EraDescription
Early Helicopter Era (1930s–1950s)First viable rotary aircraft
Utility Expansion Era (1950s–1970s)Transport, medevac, early combat
Attack Helicopter Era (1970s–1990s)Dedicated armed rotary platforms
Modern Multi-Role Era (1990s–Present)Advanced avionics, diverse missions
Unmanned Rotary Era (Emerging)Drone helicopters and autonomy
Military Vehicles