Aircraft Photo of IN455 | Hindustan SA-316B Chetak | India - Navy | AirHistory.net #400578
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:IN455
Aircraft Original Type:Sud Alouette III
Aircraft Generic Type:Hindustan SA-316/SE-3160 Chetak
Aircraft Version:Hindustan SA-316B Chetak
C/n (msn):AH161
Operator Titles:India - Navy
Local Operator Name:नौसेना
Location
City / Area:Thane Creek / Off-Colaba [ Off-Airport ]Map (vicinity)
Country:India
 
Photo Date:20 December 2011
Photo by:Arjun Sarup
Photo ID: 400578
Photo Comment

Flying over Mumbai harbour in the morning with IN483 bringing up the rear. The antenna fit differs between the two Chetaks, which are different in color as well. These Chetaks are from INAS 321 "Angels" based at INS Shikra. Formed in 1969, the Angels have saved many lives, living up to their motto "We Dare, You Survive". Designated a Fleet Support Squadron, its Chetaks are detached for SAR and liaison duties to ships and stations as required.

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

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