Harold

Sodor Island's Rescue Helicopter

Sodor Island's rescue helicopter and a good friend of the engines. In emergencies, he arrives quickly from the sky and transports crew members and supplies.

Quotes

  • Whirlybird!
  • Leave everyone's safety to me!
  • I can see everything from the sky.
  • Percy, I won't lose!
  • Rescue team, deploy!

Trivia

  • Modelled after the British Westland Whirlwind helicopter (WHIRLWIND)
  • First appearance in 1984 TV series Season 1
  • Befriended Thomas early on through a race
  • Catchphrase 'Whirlybird!' said during self-introductions
  • Watches over Sodor Island from the sky
  • Handles rapid rescues and communications in emergencies

Alternate names

Harold Whirlybird Sodor Island's Helicopter

Tags

Sodor Island Thomas the Tank Engine Helicopter Rescue Friendship Rescue Operations Transportation For Children Mascot

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Profile

Species
Helicopter
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
A medium-sized rescue helicopter with a white body and red stripes. It has a face and is very expressive.
Eye color
Blue
Distinguishing features
  • Has a face on the front of the body
  • Red and white coloring
  • Has rotor blades
Iconic items
  • Rescue equipment
  • Parked at Sodor Island's heliport

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Brave and devoted, a reliable friend who cares deeply for the engines and the island's residents. Sometimes he has a joking and cheerful side, and interacts friendly with Thomas and others.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Devoted
  • Kind
  • Reliable
  • Cheerful
  • Cooperative
Motto
I'll always watch over everyone from the sky!
Talents
  • Excellent piloting skills
  • Expertise in rescue operations
  • Danger avoidance ability
Skills
  • Aerial search
  • Emergency supply transport
  • Communication skills
Motivation
To always be someone's help and ensure everyone can live safely.
Habits
Catchphrase is 'Whirlybird!'. Likes sightseeing flights.
Hobbies
Aerial patrol, Playing with friends
Favorite places
Sodor Island's airfield, Skies over mountainous areas
Disliked situations
Engine troubles, Difficulty flying in bad weather

History

Backstory
Rescue helicopter deployed to Sodor Island. Active as a good friend to the land engines, protecting the island's safety from an aerial perspective. Appeared early on and has been active as part of rescue teams at numerous accident sites.
Debut date
December 8, 1984
Work title
Thomas the Tank Engine (TV series)
Media type
Anime

Assignment to the Rescue Team

Significant event
Assignment to the Rescue Team
Description
Joins Sodor Island's emergency rescue team. Takes on the role of providing rapid support from the air.

Race with Percy

Significant event
Race with Percy
Description
In his debut, a small race with Percy became the trigger for befriending the engines.

Start of Activities at Sodor Rescue Center

Significant event
Start of Activities at Sodor Rescue Center
Description
Deployed to the heliport at the Rescue Center, protects the island's safety together with Thomas and others.

Relationships

Thomas

Teammate

Interactions with Thomas at debut and scenes working together on rescues

Percy

Best friend

The race at debut became the trigger for becoming close

Sir Topham Hatt

Mentor

The decision-maker for the rescue team's deployment, whom he respects

Sodor Rescue Center

Sodor Rescue Center: rescuer

Media appearances

Thomas the Tank Engine

Anime / Supporting

Debut in 1984 TV series

Thomas the Tank Engine Feature Film Series

Movie / Supporting

Appears in multiple works

Voice cast and creators

佐藤佑暉

Voice actor
佐藤佑暉
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Early TV series

羽多野渉

Voice actor
羽多野渉
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Feature films from the 2nd onwards

神尾晋一郎

Voice actor
神尾晋一郎
Language
Japanese
Version or series
2020s series

Keith Wickham

Voice actor
Keith Wickham
Language
English
Version or series
TV series and feature films

Wilbert Awdry

Creator name
Wilbert Awdry
Role
Original author

Christopher Awdry

Creator name
Christopher Awdry
Role
Writer

HIT Entertainment

Creator name
HIT Entertainment
Role
Animation studio

Poplar Publishing

Creator name
Poplar Publishing
Role
Publisher

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Harold's Space Helicopter Toy

Item name
Harold's Space Helicopter Toy
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

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