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Whirlybirds

Chuck and P.T., charter helicopter pilots, embark on thrilling adventures as they use their Bell helicopter to solve crimes and rescue those in need.

A syndicated show that aired from 1956 to 1959, producing 111 episodes, premiered in the US in January 1957. It follows the adventures of Chuck and P.T.'s helicopter company, taking on various projects, with Janet Culver initially serving as secretary until she was replaced by Helen Carter in the second season.

Episodes:

Episode 1 The Big U

1. The Big U

Aired: Jan 2, 1957

A team of daredevil helicopter pilots embark on a perilous mission to locate ...

Episode 2 Rampage

2. Rampage

Aired: Jan 9, 1957

A rogue gorilla from a circus, Congo, breaks free and wreaks havoc in the tow...

Episode 3 Boy on the Roof

3. Boy on the Roof

Aired: Jan 16, 1957

A young brother's courageous stand unfolds as he takes a bold stance, defying...

Episode 4 Fire Flight

4. Fire Flight

Aired: Jan 23, 1957

A deadly forest fire threatens to engulf three trekkers, prompting the Whirly...

Episode 5 Hot Wire

5. Hot Wire

Aired: Jan 30, 1957

A storm clouds gather on the horizon as Chuck and P.T. fly into the fray, una...

Episode 6 Mountain Flight

6. Mountain Flight

Aired: Feb 6, 1957

Unbeknownst to a group of mountain hunters, their expedition takes a deadly t...

Episode 7 Ghost Town Flight

7. Ghost Town Flight

Aired: Feb 13, 1957

In the next episode, Billy and Danny find themselves stuck in a perilous mine...

Episode 8 Hostage

8. Hostage

Aired: Feb 20, 1957

A daring group of fugitives, led by a skilled aviator, hijack the "Whirleybir...

Episode 9 Diamond Smugglers

9. Diamond Smugglers

Aired: Feb 27, 1957

Two helicopter pilots, Chuck and P.T., are in a precarious situation as their...

Episode 10 Lynch Mob

10. Lynch Mob

Aired: Mar 6, 1957

Vigilante leaders Virgil Hook take drastic measures to remove a suspected kil...

Episode 11 Sky Net

11. Sky Net

Aired: Mar 13, 1957

A man, driven by a fierce determination, sets out to track down a mountain li...

Episode 12 Prison Break

12. Prison Break

Aired: Mar 20, 1957

A desperate student pilot concocts a risky scheme to commandeer a helicopter,...

Episode 13 Top of the Mountain

13. Top of the Mountain

Aired: Mar 27, 1957

Chuck and P.T. embark on a mission to transport a crucial medical package to ...

Episode 14 Operation Blue Hen

14. Operation Blue Hen

Aired: Apr 3, 1957

A high-stakes helicopter mission turns into a desperate race against time as ...

Episode 15 Human Bomb

15. Human Bomb

Aired: Apr 10, 1957

Chuck and P.T. find themselves entangled in a high-stakes bank heist, unwitti...

Episode 16 Missing Witness

16. Missing Witness

Aired: Apr 17, 1957

As a high-stakes drama unfolds, the Whirlybird team springs into action to pr...

Episode 17 The Egg Code

17. The Egg Code

Aired: Apr 24, 1957

The Whirlybirds are dispatched by the U.S. Army to conduct covert surveillanc...

Episode 19 Homicide Haven

19. Homicide Haven

Aired: May 9, 1957

A reclusive author is discovered living in a secluded desert retreat, but Chu...

Episode 20 Riptide

20. Riptide

Aired: May 16, 1957

A pilot's world is turned upside down after a devastating plane crash, prompt...

Episode 21 The Black Pearl

21. The Black Pearl

Aired: May 23, 1957

Emergency responders P.T. and Chuck brave treacherous weather conditions to t...

Episode 22 Illegal Entry

22. Illegal Entry

Aired: May 30, 1957

A rescue mission unfolds on a yacht after a distress call, but the passenger ...

Episode 23 Lady Luck

23. Lady Luck

Aired: Jun 6, 1957

A sudden request from a passenger takes Chuck and P.T. on a perilous journey ...

Episode 24 Hide and Seek

24. Hide and Seek

Aired: Jun 13, 1957

A nephew of the team's secretary goes missing during a game of "Hide and Seek...

Episode 25 Hobson's Choice

25. Hobson's Choice

Aired: Jun 20, 1957

The Whirlybirds are hired by a film production company and inadvertently capt...

Episode 26 Crisis

26. Crisis

Aired: Jul 29, 1957

A taxi ride turns fatal when Chuck and P.T. are forced to abandon an enigmati...

Episode 27 Journey to the Past

27. Journey to the Past

Aired: Aug 5, 1957

A wealthy explorer's pursuit of discovery takes a deadly turn as he becomes e...

Episode 28 Aerial Circus

28. Aerial Circus

Aired: Aug 12, 1957

Aerial performers seek the Whirlybirds' expertise to refine their trapeze act...

Episode 29 Cycle of Terror

29. Cycle of Terror

Aired: Aug 19, 1957

A menacing motorcycle sniper is wreaking havoc on a defenseless town, and onl...

Episode 30 Fury Canyon

30. Fury Canyon

Aired: Oct 7, 1957

A desert travel trailer becomes the scene of a baffling disappearance when a ...

Episode 31 The Rustlers

31. The Rustlers

Aired: Oct 14, 1957

Next episode: The Whirlybirds take to the skies to track down a gang of cattl...

Episode 32 I'll Get Even

32. I'll Get Even

Aired: Oct 21, 1957

A phone call sparks a high-stakes investigation as Chuck and P.T. join forces...

Episode 33 Incident in Del Rio

33. Incident in Del Rio

Aired: Oct 27, 1957

A UFO sighting sets off a thrilling adventure as Chuck and P.T. investigate, ...

Episode 34 Sky Hook

34. Sky Hook

Aired: Nov 3, 1957

A tempest is gathering as P.T. and Chuck stumble upon a wrecked small boat, i...

Episode 35 The Secret Cove

35. The Secret Cove

Aired: Nov 10, 1957

A wealthy husband's sudden disappearance sets off a dark and intriguing inves...

Episode 37 Airborne Gold

37. Airborne Gold

Aired: Jan 12, 1958

P.T. and Chuck unwittingly facilitate a clandestine gold transportation opera...

Episode 38 The Iron Mountain

38. The Iron Mountain

Aired: Jan 19, 1958

A bitter struggle erupts as a powerful mining corporation and cunning land sp...

Episode 39 Panic at Green Ridge

39. Panic at Green Ridge

Aired: Jan 26, 1958

A motorist's joyous rescue by the Whirlybirds is quickly replaced with concer...

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Whirlybirds Theme (with Credits)

Whirlybirds Theme (with Credits)

Info about Whirlybirds

Seasons: 3

Current Status: Ended

Network: CBS

Production Country: United States

Genres:Adventure