Fleet Air Arm Association of Australia

Fleet Air Arm Helicopters - Westland Scout AH-1

Two Scout helicopters were introduced into the RAN in 1963 and were used to support survey work undertaken by the hydrographic ship HMAS Moresby.

Manufacturer: Westland Helicopters Ltd
Type: survey helicopter
Delivered: 2 helicopters, 1963
Crew: one
Engine: one 685 hp Bristol Siddeley Nimbus 102 turboshaft
Speed: 132 mph (max)
Range: 322 miles
Withdrawn: 1977

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