UK Ministry of Defence, A sleek new white helicopter will slowly be making its presence known across RAF stations over the next few months. In the case of the RAF's latest helicopter, the Agusta 109 is very much a 'once seen, never forgotten' type of aircraft. Three A109s have entered service with Northolt-based 32 (The Royal) Squadron in the VIP and communications role.
The trio replaces three Twin Squirrel helicopters that have served with 32 over the last eight years. First sight of the A109 as it comes in to land at RAF Innsworth is one of sleek looks and superb aerodynamics. Leased from a consortium of Agusta Westland Helicopters and Sloane Helicopters, the A109s will be operated under a civil-owned, military-operated scheme. For the passengers using the new aircraft, they will notice a significant change from the Twin Squirrel.
Pilot Flt Lt Neil Smith said: “It is very much early days with the squadron but already the new helicopter is proving its worth. It can carry up to six passengers instead of the Twin Squirrel
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