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| Code: LG-14008LI Price: $79.95 Status: In Stock Quantity in Cart: none | Legion Models 14008LI Westland Sea King HC.Mk 4 Commando Diecast Model RNFAA No.845 NAS, ZF118, Bardufoss, Norway, Exercise Clockwork 1988 | |
1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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Westland Sea King HC.Mk 4 Commando | | 12.25" | | 10.25" |
846 Naval Air Squadron participated in Exercise Clockwork, a renowned Arctic warfare training program held in Bardufoss, Norway. Operating the Westland Sea King HC.4, the squadron honed its cold-weather and mountain flying skills, essential for supporting Royal Marine Commandos in extreme environments. The exercise emphasized survival, snow landing operations, and troop transport under harsh Arctic conditions, testing both crew and aircraft resilience. The Sea King's robust design and versatility made it a reliable asset in these challenging scenarios. Exercise Clockwork solidified 846 NAS's expertise in Arctic operations, reinforcing its role in providing critical support to UK forces in extreme climates. Designed to meet a US Navy requirement for an all-weather amphibious helicopter, the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King first flew on March 11, 1959. Originally a submarine hunter-killer, the Sea King has since been used in a variety of operations, from search and rescue, executive transport and communications to anti-ship and airborne early warning. Its five main rotor blades and tail section fold for stowage aboard aircraft carriers, and its hull can remain temporarily watertight for water landings-a risky maneuver attempted only in emergencies. When deployed by aircraft carriers, Sea Kings serve as plane guard and are the first in the air and the last to return. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Legion Models range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aicraft in 1:72 scale. Legion Models diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Fixed display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilots and crew members.
- Spinning propellers.
- Authentic ordnance loads.
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