European helicopters

Westland Lynx

Speed record for helicopters (1986)

Fast utility and ship-based helicopter, also used by the Royal Netherlands Navy.

First flight1971
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeUtility / naval helicopter
StatusIn service

History

Fast utility and ship-based helicopter, also used by the Royal Netherlands Navy.

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