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

A "before and after" comparison of the first SH-3D imported into Britain as a pattern for Westland production showing it (above) in RN markings as XV370 but retaining US-built engines and equipment and (below) after British engines and equipment had been fitted. Minor differences in external detail can be seen.

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

Norway is the third overseas customer for Westland Sea Kings, having placed a contract for 10. Purchased by the Ministry of Justice, they are operated by Skv 330 of the Royal Norwegian Air Force from bases around the Norwegian coast.

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

For the Japanese Navy, Mitsubishi is producing a batch of Sea Kings that are virtually identical with the Sikorsky SH-3D standard, although the original HSS-2 designation is retained in Japanese service.

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

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

Also for use in the search and rescue role, the German Navy has purchased 22 Sea Kings equipped to a very high standard.

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

The Indian Navy's Sea Kings operate in the anti-submarine role and are almost identical with the Royal Navy versions.

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

A three-view general arrangement drawing of the Westland Sea King, distinguished from all other versions of the S-61 by the dorsal radome, and an additional side view depicting the Agusta-built SH-3D with nose-mounted radar.

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