No 22 Squadron operates a mix of Sea King HAR3 and Sea King HAR3A helicopters. ZH543 is a HAR3A variant equipped with an automated hover system, which enables the helicopter to remain steady regardless of the conditions.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959

No 202 Squadron, with its headquarters at RAF Boulmer, operates the Sea King HAR3. All of the Sea King fleet have been equipped with a Star-Q Multi-sensor system, just visible under the wheel bay/sponson.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959

The Sea King Operational Conversion Unit is 203(Reserve) Squadron and is responsible for training all the crews. The unit has three Sea Kings assigned to it.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959

There are two versions of the Sea King operated by the RAF - the HAR.3 and HAR.3A. Both are principally tasked with rescuing military pilots, however they are regularly called upon for civilian emergencies.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959

A relatively recent upgrade has been installation of the Star-Q electro-optical camera which features a FLIR. The system is used day and night to assist in locating those in need of assistance. The turret is attached next to the port sponson.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959

A crewman monitors the images received from the Star-Q electro-optical TV camera and FLIR turret.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sikorsky H-3 / S-61 Sea King - СШАUSA - 1959