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sea king hu5

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sea king hu5

The Westland Sea King HU.5 is a twin-engined utility and search and rescue (SAR) helicopter, derived from the anti-submarine warfare (ASW) Sea King HAS.5/6. It served primarily with the Royal Navy for transport, casualty evacuation, and maritime SAR operations.

Specifications

TypeHelicopter
OriginUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerWestland Helicopters
Introduced1995
StatusIn service
Speed207 km/h
Range1,230 km
Crew4
Weight9.7 t

History

Developed in the UK, this helicopter has been a long-standing asset for naval forces, providing critical support in both combat and humanitarian operations.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Ukraine3confirmed

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