Aircraft Photo of ZA105 | Westland WS-61 Sea King HAR3 | UK - Air Force | AirHistory.net #136586
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:ZA105
Other Marks:S-D
Aircraft Original Type:Sikorsky S-61
Aircraft Generic Type:Westland WS-61 Sea King/Commando
Aircraft Version:Westland WS-61 Sea King HAR3
C/n (msn):WA886
Operator Titles:UK - Air Force
Location
City / Heliport:Port Stanley - Navy Point Heliport (closed)Map
Country:Falkland Islands
Airport Codes:None
 
Photo Date:September 1985
Photo by:Ian Howat
Photo ID: 136586
Photo Comment

Caught during 1st engine start after fitment when engine is still full of inhibiting oil as well as fuel left over from bleeding the fuel system. Very spectacular at night but don't forget to warn the fire services or you are quickly surrounded by fire engines and irate firemen.

This photo is copyright © Ian Howat, and may not be used or published in any way without permission.

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