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The heart of "The Chopper" is the ongoing, legendary feud between Captain Raymond Holt and Deputy Chief Madeline Wuntch. This episode takes their rivalry to new heights—literally. When Wuntch grants Jake a high-profile case involving the "Fulton Street Four," Holt is immediately suspicious. He’s convinced she’s setting Jake up for a public failure to embarrass the precinct.

When Amy and Rosa eventually resort to showing the kids "scary" crime scene photos to keep their attention, it highlights the show's ability to take a mundane situation and turn it into something hilariously inappropriate. Why It Matters 22. The Chopper

Seeing the normally stoic, rule-following Captain embrace the cinematic drama of a helicopter raid is pure joy. It’s a pivotal moment in Holt and Jake's relationship, showing that while Holt is Jake's mentor, Jake is also teaching Holt how to occasionally have a little (very disciplined) fun. The B-Plot: The School Trip from Hell The heart of "The Chopper" is the ongoing,

As we dive back into the archives of the 99th precinct, let’s look at why this particular half-hour of television remains a gold standard for the series. The Return of Madeline Wuntch He’s convinced she’s setting Jake up for a

While the A-plot is high-flying action, the B-plot keeps things grounded in classic 99 chaos. Terry, Rosa, and Amy are tasked with hosting a field trip for a group of private school kids. Watching Amy Santiago try—and fail—to be "cool" to a group of children is a masterclass in awkward comedy.

We can't talk about this episode without mentioning the "Chopper" itself. Jake, fueled by his love for 80s action movies, is thrilled when the investigation requires a helicopter. But it’s Captain Holt who steals the show. To lean into the "cool factor" of the mission, Holt adopts the call sign

Whether you're a first-time viewer or on your tenth rewatch, "The Chopper" reminds us that at the end of the day, the 99 is more than just a precinct—it's a family that looks really, really cool getting out of a helicopter.