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Merlin on patrol.
Merlin on patrol.
 A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter deploying its dipping sonar.
A Royal Navy Merlin helicopter deploying its dipping sonar.
 It can be launched and recovered from a Type 23 frigate in conditions of up to Sea State 6 with 50 knot winds from any direction.
It can be launched and recovered from a Type 23 frigate in conditions of up to Sea State 6 with 50 knot winds from any direction.
Image shows the Blue Kestrel Radar.
Image shows the Blue Kestrel Radar.
 Merlin incorporates integrated mission system displays and advanced cockpit displays.
Merlin incorporates integrated mission system displays and advanced cockpit displays.
 Merlin stowed for transfer to service area.
Merlin stowed for transfer to service area.
The Merlin helicopter on patrol.
The Merlin helicopter on patrol.
 The Merlin Naval Helicopter's main anti-submarine weapon is the Stingray torpedo.
The Merlin Naval Helicopter's main anti-submarine weapon is the Stingray torpedo.
 The NH90 will perform assault, transport and search-and-rescue missions.
The NH90 will perform assault, transport and search-and-rescue missions.
The joint venture company NH Industries is the prime contractor for the NH90.
The joint venture company NH Industries is the prime contractor for the NH90.
 The NATO Frigate Helicopter is one of two versions of the NH90, the nine-ton class, twin-engine multi-role helicopter being developed by NH Industries.
The NATO Frigate Helicopter is one of two versions of the NH90, the nine-ton class, twin-engine multi-role helicopter being developed by NH Industries.
 The NH90 cockpit equipped with the Eurogrid digital map system.
The NH90 cockpit equipped with the Eurogrid digital map system.
NH90 is able to perform ASW/ASUW operations autonomously and in conjunction with the parent ship.
NH90 is able to perform ASW/ASUW operations autonomously and in conjunction with the parent ship.
 The NH90 naval variant to be part of the first batch of 151 transport and naval NH90 variants.
The NH90 naval variant to be part of the first batch of 151 transport and naval NH90 variants.
 NH90 NFH on patrol.
NH90 NFH on patrol.
A Sea King Mk.2 Airborne Early Warning (AEW) Helicopter of the Royal Navy.
A Sea King Mk.2 Airborne Early Warning (AEW) Helicopter of the Royal Navy.
 A Sea King tied down on a Royal Navy Invincible Class Carrier.
A Sea King tied down on a Royal Navy Invincible Class Carrier.
 The five main rotor blades are folded and spread automatically for ease of stowage on ship.
The five main rotor blades are folded and spread automatically for ease of stowage on ship.
Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) Sea King Mk.5 with dipping sonar.
Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) Sea King Mk.5 with dipping sonar.
 A search and rescue (SAR) Sea King Mk.3a of the Royal Air Force.
A search and rescue (SAR) Sea King Mk.3a of the Royal Air Force.
 The variant HS-7 SH-3H launching a torpedo whilst using the dipping sonar.
The variant HS-7 SH-3H launching a torpedo whilst using the dipping sonar.
An Airborne Early Warning (AEW) Sea King Mk.2 of the Royal Navy.
An Airborne Early Warning (AEW) Sea King Mk.2 of the Royal Navy.
 The Super Seasprite SH-2G multi-mission maritime helicopter.
The Super Seasprite SH-2G multi-mission maritime helicopter.
 The SH-2G Super Seasprite was the US Navy's front-line intermediate weight helicopter, but was retired in 2001.
The SH-2G Super Seasprite was the US Navy's front-line intermediate weight helicopter, but was retired in 2001.
Super Seasprite SH-2G firing an AGM-65 Maverick missile.
Super Seasprite SH-2G firing an AGM-65 Maverick missile.
 Super Seasprite SH-2G deploying a towed Magnetic Anomaly Detector (MAD) AN/ASQ-81(V)2.
Super Seasprite SH-2G deploying a towed Magnetic Anomaly Detector (MAD) AN/ASQ-81(V)2.
 For the Egyptian requirement, the SH-2G(E) is equipped with L-3 Communications AN/AQS-18A dipping sonar and digital hover coupler.
For the Egyptian requirement, the SH-2G(E) is equipped with L-3 Communications AN/AQS-18A dipping sonar and digital hover coupler.
The SH-2G is cleared for Mk 44, Mk 46 and Mk 50 torpedoes; here it launches a Mk 46.
The SH-2G is cleared for Mk 44, Mk 46 and Mk 50 torpedoes; here it launches a Mk 46.
 Magic Lantern, an airborne laser-based mine countermeasures system developed by Kaman Aerospace, aboard a US Navy SH-2G Super Seasprite.
Magic Lantern, an airborne laser-based mine countermeasures system developed by Kaman Aerospace, aboard a US Navy SH-2G Super Seasprite.
 The Royal Navy's version of the AgustaWestland Super Lynx.
The Royal Navy's version of the AgustaWestland Super Lynx.
Mounted on the nose of the Lynx Mk 8 is the Sea Owl Thermal Imager and the Seaspray Mk 1 radar in the modified chin radome.
Mounted on the nose of the Lynx Mk 8 is the Sea Owl Thermal Imager and the Seaspray Mk 1 radar in the modified chin radome.
 Super Lynx firing Sea Skua.
Super Lynx firing Sea Skua.
 Super Lynx carrying Sea Skua.
Super Lynx carrying Sea Skua.
The operation of the dipping sonar is by a hydraulically powered winch, and the automatic flight control system includes a cable hover mode control.
The operation of the dipping sonar is by a hydraulically powered winch, and the automatic flight control system includes a cable hover mode control.
 The airframe features deck-lashing points, access panels to ease maintenance and built-in work platforms and steps.
The airframe features deck-lashing points, access panels to ease maintenance and built-in work platforms and steps.
 The Ka-27 anti-submarine warfare helicopter.
The Ka-27 anti-submarine warfare helicopter.
Ka-27 and Ka-28 ASW helicopters are in service with the navies of Russia, China and India.
Ka-27 and Ka-28 ASW helicopters are in service with the navies of Russia, China and India.
 The helicopters can detect, track and destroy submarines to a depth of 500m.
The helicopters can detect, track and destroy submarines to a depth of 500m.
 The Ka-27 is equipped with VGS-3 dipping sonar to detect and track submarines.
The Ka-27 is equipped with VGS-3 dipping sonar to detect and track submarines.
The Ka-28 export model has both day and night operations capability.
The Ka-28 export model has both day and night operations capability.
 The Ka-27 has a maximum speed of 270kph and an operational range of 200km.
The Ka-27 has a maximum speed of 270kph and an operational range of 200km.
 A Ka-27 Helix on the deck of a Russian Navy Kiev Class aircraft carrier (no longer in service).
A Ka-27 Helix on the deck of a Russian Navy Kiev Class aircraft carrier (no longer in service).
The Ka-27 is armed with one homing torpedo, one torpedo rocket and twelve bombs.
The Ka-27 is armed with one homing torpedo, one torpedo rocket and twelve bombs.
 The US Navy's new multi-mission helicopter, the Sikorsky MH-60S Knighthawk.
The US Navy's new multi-mission helicopter, the Sikorsky MH-60S Knighthawk.
 The helicopter will replace the US Navy's CH-46D Sea Knight helicopters in the vertical replenishment role.
The helicopter will replace the US Navy's CH-46D Sea Knight helicopters in the vertical replenishment role.
The MH-60S will also perform combat search and rescue, special warfare support and airborne mine countermeasures missions.
The MH-60S will also perform combat search and rescue, special warfare support and airborne mine countermeasures missions.
 The UH-60 Black Hawk. The MH-60S uses the Black Hawk airframe, which provides the larger cabin volume needed for cargo and passenger transport.
The UH-60 Black Hawk. The MH-60S uses the Black Hawk airframe, which provides the larger cabin volume needed for cargo and passenger transport.
 The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S has the Seahawk's automatic rotor blade folding system and rapid folding tail pylon for shipborne operations.
The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S has the Seahawk's automatic rotor blade folding system and rapid folding tail pylon for shipborne operations.
The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S is equipped with Seahawk T-700-GE-401C engines and hover in flight refuelling systems.
The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S is equipped with Seahawk T-700-GE-401C engines and hover in flight refuelling systems.
 The UH-60 Black Hawk. The MH-60S has the Black Hawk's provisions for mounting the external pylons to carry stores and equipment.
The UH-60 Black Hawk. The MH-60S has the Black Hawk's provisions for mounting the external pylons to carry stores and equipment.
 The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S will replace the current HH-60H in the combat search and rescue role. It is fitted with the Seahawk rescue hoist.
The SH-60B Seahawk. The MH-60S will replace the current HH-60H in the combat search and rescue role. It is fitted with the Seahawk rescue hoist.
The S-70B Seahawk multi-mission naval helicopter, US Navy designations SH-60B, SH-60R, SH-60F and HH-60H.
The S-70B Seahawk multi-mission naval helicopter, US Navy designations SH-60B, SH-60R, SH-60F and HH-60H.
 The Seahawk is operational on US Navy frigates, destroyers and guided missile cruisers.
The Seahawk is operational on US Navy frigates, destroyers and guided missile cruisers.
 The HH-60H helicopter's missions include VERTREP, strike rescue, special warfare support and search and rescue.
The HH-60H helicopter's missions include VERTREP, strike rescue, special warfare support and search and rescue.
The Seahawk can be armed with Mk 46 or Mk 50 torpedoes for anti-submarine warfare and Penguin and Hellfire missiles for anti-surface warfare.
The Seahawk can be armed with Mk 46 or Mk 50 torpedoes for anti-submarine warfare and Penguin and Hellfire missiles for anti-surface warfare.
 The Seahawk landing on the helicopter deck.
The Seahawk landing on the helicopter deck.
 The HH-60H helicopter is based on US Navy aircraft carriers.
The HH-60H helicopter is based on US Navy aircraft carriers.
The Seahawk with rescue hoist.
The Seahawk with rescue hoist.
 The HH-60H can recover four crew of a downed aircraft at ranges up to 465km.
The HH-60H can recover four crew of a downed aircraft at ranges up to 465km.
 The Eurocopter AS 555 SN Fennec twin-engined naval helicopter.
The Eurocopter AS 555 SN Fennec twin-engined naval helicopter.
AS 555 SN Fennec in the service of the Columbian Navy, the Armada de la Republica.
AS 555 SN Fennec in the service of the Columbian Navy, the Armada de la Republica.
 The AS 555 has a 'Starflex' three-bladed composite main rotor.
The AS 555 has a 'Starflex' three-bladed composite main rotor.
 Over 3,000 helicopters of the Ecureuil/Fennec family have been ordered.
Over 3,000 helicopters of the Ecureuil/Fennec family have been ordered.
The helicopter can be equipped for anti-submarine warfare and over the horizon (OTH) targeting.
The helicopter can be equipped for anti-submarine warfare and over the horizon (OTH) targeting.
 The AS 555 has a cruise speed of 217km/h and a range with maximum fuel of 720km.
The AS 555 has a cruise speed of 217km/h and a range with maximum fuel of 720km.
 Two Turbomeca Arrius 1A turboshaft engines provide 357kW (456shp) take-off power each and are equipped with FADEC.
Two Turbomeca Arrius 1A turboshaft engines provide 357kW (456shp) take-off power each and are equipped with FADEC.
A chin-mounted RDR-1500B X-band, 360° digital colour radar is used for search and surveillance.
A chin-mounted RDR-1500B X-band, 360° digital colour radar is used for search and surveillance.
 The Sikorsky CH-53 Super Stallion heavy lift helicopter.
The Sikorsky CH-53 Super Stallion heavy lift helicopter.
 The Super Stallion has been in service with the US Marine Corps since 1981.
The Super Stallion has been in service with the US Marine Corps since 1981.
The CH-53E can transport up to 55 troops or 14,515kg of cargo.
The CH-53E can transport up to 55 troops or 14,515kg of cargo.
 The US Marine Corps use the Super Stallion in the amphibious assault role and for transporting heavy equipment.
The US Marine Corps use the Super Stallion in the amphibious assault role and for transporting heavy equipment.
 An external load lift system allows the helicopter to carry underslung loads up to 16,330kg.
An external load lift system allows the helicopter to carry underslung loads up to 16,330kg.
Planned improvements for the Sea Stallion include new engines and new composite rotor blades.
Planned improvements for the Sea Stallion include new engines and new composite rotor blades.
 The Super Stallion has a cruise speed of 278km/h and a maximum unrefuelled range of 2,000km.
The Super Stallion has a cruise speed of 278km/h and a maximum unrefuelled range of 2,000km.
 The MH-53E Sea Dragon, in service with the US Navy, is primarily dedicated to Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) operations.
The MH-53E Sea Dragon, in service with the US Navy, is primarily dedicated to Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) operations.
The Ka-31 airborne early warning helicopter.
The Ka-31 airborne early warning helicopter.
 The Ka-31 with the antenna for the Oko early warning radar deployed.
The Ka-31 with the antenna for the Oko early warning radar deployed.
 The 6m² radar antenna is stowed flat against the underside of the fuselage until deployed.
The 6m² radar antenna is stowed flat against the underside of the fuselage until deployed.
The Ka-31 is based on the airframe of the Ka-27 with a wider cockpit.
The Ka-31 is based on the airframe of the Ka-27 with a wider cockpit.
 The Oko radar is capable of simultaneously tracking 40 targets. The antenna is seen deployed.
The Oko radar is capable of simultaneously tracking 40 targets. The antenna is seen deployed.
 The Ka-31 AEW helicopter entered service with the Indian Navy in April 2003.
The Ka-31 AEW helicopter entered service with the Indian Navy in April 2003.
The helicopter is powered by two Klimov TV3-117VMAR turboshaft engines, rated at 1,633kW each.
The helicopter is powered by two Klimov TV3-117VMAR turboshaft engines, rated at 1,633kW each.
 The Ka-31 has a speed of 100km/h and an endurance of 2.5 hours on patrol.
The Ka-31 has a speed of 100km/h and an endurance of 2.5 hours on patrol.
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