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Royal Navy Westland Wessex Has-1 Parked on a Ships Helipad Date: 1960s
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1. Title: "A Royal Navy Westland Wessex HAS-1 Helicopter (XS882) Parked on a Ship's Helipad in the 1960s" 2. Description: This photograph captures the moment a Royal Navy Westland Wessex HAS-1 helicopter, registration number XS882, is parked on the helipad of a British naval vessel during the 1960s. The image showcases the helicopter's distinctive features, including its large, twin-bladed rotor, streamlined fuselage, and the distinctive "Royal Navy" insignia emblazoned on the side. The photograph also provides a glimpse into the maritime aviation history, as the Westland Wessex HAS-1 was the first operational helicopter to serve with the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm. 3. Background: The Westland Wessex HAS-1, also known as the Sikorsky S-58 or S-58A, was a twin-engine, multi-role helicopter designed and manufactured by Westland Helicopters in the United Kingdom. The HAS-1 variant was specifically developed for the Royal Navy's Fleet Air Arm and was used for a variety of roles, including anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and transport. The helicopter's versatility, reliability, and impressive performance made it a staple of the Royal Navy's aviation fleet throughout the 1960s and beyond. 4. Significance: This photograph is a valuable historical record of a pivotal moment in the development of maritime aviation. The Westland Wessex HAS-1 represented a significant advancement in helicopter technology and capability, enabling the Royal Navy to extend its reach and effectiveness at sea. This image serves as a reminder of the crucial role that helicopters have played in naval operations and the ongoing evolution of military aviation. 5. Technical Details: Date: 1960s, Type: Black and white photograph, Format: Print, Rights Managed, Source: Mary Evans Prints Online, Reference: XS882-345.
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