Prior to their Lynx conversion, Marinha aircrew received rotary wing training with Esq 552 at BA11, Beja, in the Alouette III.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Sud-Aviation Alouette III / SA.316 / SA.319 - ФранцияFrance - 1959

Six Beech AT-1 Kansas were based at Sao Jacinto for bombing training. Note the Curtiss SB2C-5 Helldiver in the background.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Beechcraft Model 18 / C-45 Expeditor - СШАUSA - 1937Curtiss SB2C Helldiver / A-25 Shrike - СШАUSA - 1940

The Aviacao Naval received 24 Curtiss SB2C-5 Helldivers in 1950 which were given ‘AS’ serials denoting Anti-Submarino, the Helldiver’s primary mission. AS-1 is seen here at Sao Jacinto in gloss navy blue overall, with the typical Aviacao Naval style red/green rudder.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Curtiss SB2C Helldiver / A-25 Shrike - СШАUSA - 1940

Most of the CAN Sao Jacinto-based aircraft sported a black Andorinha (swallow) on the fuselage as seen here on the two Fleet F.10Gs photographed during a training sortie.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Fleet Model 10 / 16 Finch - КанадаCanada - 1935

Five-figure serial numbers have been carried by EHM helicopters since September 1994, in line with current FAP trends. The serials and Marinha titles are in white - they had previously been black. Super Lynx 19202 is seen here during a search and rescue training sortie.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

This view of Super Lynx Mk 95 9202/ZH581, photographed during a pre-delivery visit to RNAS Portland in March 1993, illustrates the chin-mounted surveillance radar and the advanced aerodynamic composite main rotor blades, distinguishable by their curved tips. The fairings on the nose of the helicopter make provision for electronic support measures equipment not yet fitted.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

Primary sensor for its ASW role is the AN/AQS-18(V) dipping sonar, here being hoisted into 9203/ZH582. During ASW missions the Super Lynx Mk 95 can operate for more than two hours at distances of up to 37km from the parent ship.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

Prior to its delivery on September 24, 1993, Super Lynx Mk 95 19201 carrying test serial ZH580, is seen about to touch down on the heli-deck of NRP Corte Real. These new Vasco da Gama-class frigates can accommodate two helicopters each.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

Super Lynx Mk 95 19204 photographed aboard NRP Alvares Cabral during its deployment to the Adriatic in 1995. Flights within the Super Lynx squadron have separate emblems, displayed on the side of the front fuselage. In addition, the helicopters have received individual names which are carried on their nose. 19204 has been christened Stormy.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

In its present configuration, the Super Lynx Mk 95 cabin is largely occupied by the AN/AQS-18 (V) sonar, comprising the dipping buoy, hoisting system and operating equipment.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Westland Super Lynx - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1986

Intended as a naval bomber and torpedo aircraft, the Blackburn Shark IIA had a short-lived career at CAN Bom Sucesso, being prematurely withdrawn due to a faulty wing design. The white disc background for the underwing Portuguese national insignia, the Cruz de Cristo (Cross of Christ) was not commonplace on aircraft of the Aviacao Naval.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Blackburn Shark / B-6 - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1933

The Grumman Goose operated by the Aviacao Naval lacked the retractable undercarriage of the G.21A. This was omitted to reduce weight, thus increasing its range and allowing it to operate in the Azores.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Grumman G-21/JRF/OA-9/OA-13 Goose - СШАUSA - 1937

Junkers K.43Ws operated by the Aviacao Naval at Bom Sucesso carried a ‘delivery’ number on their nose. This was the first of five aircraft to be delivered. The aircraft also carried a flying duck symbol on the fuselage side, painted in black with a yellow bill and neck band.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Junkers W 33 / W 34 / Ju.46 - ГерманияGermany - 1926

The only aircraft operated by the Aviacao Naval without number or letter identification was the sole General Aircraft ST.12 Monospar. After serving with the Aviacao Naval it operated with the colonial authorities in Mozambique until 1944.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: General Aircraft Monospar ST-4 - ST-12 - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1932

The Escola de Aviacao Naval Almirante Gago Coutinho operated Hanriot H.41 basic trainers between 1927 and 1933. No ‘37’ was the last of six aircraft acquired by the service.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Hanriot HD.14 / HD.17 / HD.41 - ФранцияFrance - 1920

Macchi M.18s were used until 1933 for attack and navigation training at CAN Bom Sucesso where ‘47’ was photographed.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Macchi M.18 - ИталияItaly - 1920

One of four de Havilland DH.60 Moth trainers delivered to CAN Sao Jacinto in 1929. Seen here equipped with floats, they could also be fitted with a conventional undercarriage.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: De Havilland Moth Seaplane - ВеликобританияUnited Kingdom - 1926