Rare sighting of an RAF Westland Sea King HAR3 in iconic rescue yellow, a legendary UK SAR helicopter now preserved after decades of service.
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Spotter's notes
Sea king at Morayvia
Aircraft identity
Registration
XZ592
ICAO Type
WS61
Model
Sea King HAR3
Manufacturer
Westland
Airline
Royal Air Force
Livery
Royal Air Force Rescue yellow
Military
Military
Technicals
Engine
2 × Rolls-Royce Gnome H1400-1T turboshaft
Length
22.15 m
Height
5.13 m
MTOW
9,707 kg
Range
1,230 km
Capacity
4 crew up to 22 passengers (SAR role)
Cruise Speed
208 km/h
