Aircraft

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