| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 51-16623 |
| Military Code: | 623 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Piasecki H-25/HUP Retriever |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Piasecki H-25/HUP Retriever |
| Aircraft Version: | Piasecki HUP-3 Retriever |
| C/n (msn): | 52 |
| Operator Titles: | Canada - Navy |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | Ottawa - RockcliffeMap |
| Region / Country: | Ontario, Canada |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: CYRO IATA: YRO Local: - Other: - |
| Collection: | Canada Aviation and Space Museum |
| Photo Date: | 17 July 2025 |
| Photo by: | WalAndPl |
| Photo ID: | 838357 |
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Built in May 1954 for for the U.S. Army as H-25A Army Mule, it was immediately modified (door and winch were installed) for use by the Royal Canadian Navy. The helicopter began its service in June 1954 and was used for search-and-rescue operations and training duties. It was deployed aboard HMCS Labrador. This HUP-3 served for a relatively short time, as it was withdrawn from service in 1964 and purchased by the Museum the following year. This photo is copyright © WalAndPl, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 19 August 2025, and has since been viewed 45 times. |