Helicopter Hijinks: A Collection of Comedy Films

Description: While primarily a spy thriller, this film includes comedic elements, especially in the scenes involving helicopters, where the absurdity of the spy gadgets and situations provides plenty of laughs.

Fact: This is part of the "Man from U.N.C.L.E." series, and it was one of the few episodes to be released as a feature film. The movie features a young Robert Vaughn in the lead role.

Description: In this installment of the Pink Panther series, Inspector Clouseau's antics include a humorous helicopter chase, showcasing his characteristic ineptitude in a new setting.

Fact: Peter Sellers improvised much of his dialogue, adding to the film's comedic charm. The movie was the fourth in the Pink Panther series.

Description: In this Muppet adventure, there's a memorable scene where Kermit and Fozzie attempt to escape in a helicopter, leading to comedic chaos as they struggle with the controls.

Fact: The film was nominated for a BAFTA for Best Original Song for "The First Time It Happens." It was also the first Muppet movie to be filmed entirely on location in England.

Description: This sequel to the iconic "Airplane!" takes the comedy to new heights, literally, with a space shuttle launch gone hilariously wrong. While not exclusively about helicopters, the film includes a memorable helicopter scene that adds to the overall comedic chaos.

Fact: The film was directed by Ken Finkleman, who also co-wrote the original "Airplane!" The movie features a cameo by William Shatner as the commander of the space shuttle.

Description: This spy spoof includes a scene where the protagonist, Nick Rivers, escapes in a helicopter, leading to a series of comedic events that highlight the film's absurd humor.

Fact: The film was directed by Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker, the same trio behind "Airplane!" and "The Naked Gun" series. Val Kilmer's first starring role was in this movie.

Description: While not centered around helicopters, this film includes a hilarious scene where Frank Drebin (Leslie Nielsen) uses a helicopter to infiltrate a building, leading to a series of slapstick gags.

Fact: The film was directed by David Zucker, who also co-directed the original "Airplane!" The movie features a cameo by Zsa Zsa Gabor, who slaps Leslie Nielsen in a nod to her real-life incident.

Description: This parody film takes aim at action movies, including a sequence where the protagonist, Topper Harley, infiltrates an enemy base using a helicopter, leading to a series of comedic mishaps.

Fact: The film features a scene where Charlie Sheen's character uses a helicopter to escape, which is a direct spoof of "Rambo: First Blood Part II." The movie was a box office success, grossing over $133 million worldwide.

Description: Gene Wilder stars in this comedy where a silent film star's attempt to escape in a helicopter leads to a series of comedic mishaps, making it a quirky addition to our list.

Fact: The film was directed by Gene Wilder himself, who also co-wrote the screenplay. It was intended as a tribute to silent film stars like Rudolph Valentino.

Description: While not primarily about helicopters, this film features a scene where the rock 'n' roll detective, Ford Fairlane, uses a helicopter to pursue a suspect, leading to some humorous moments.

Fact: The movie was based on a character created by Rex Weiner, who also wrote the screenplay. It features a cameo by Vince Neil of Mötley Crüe.

Description: This Swedish comedy-drama film, while not widely known, includes a heist involving helicopters, with plenty of comedic elements in the planning and execution of the caper.

Fact: The film is based on a true story of a bank robbery in Stockholm in