French Navy Receives First Airbus H160 for SAR Duties
Six civilian-standard helicopters are being taken into service by the Marine Nationale in advance of the first deliveries of militarized H160Ms.
A winch-equipped H160 hovers over a French lifeboat during SAR trials. The Safarn Arrano-powered helicopter is equipped with night vision goggle capability for night-time winching. (Photo: Anthony Pecchi/Airbus Helicopters)
A winch-equipped H160 hovers over a French lifeboat during SAR trials. The Safarn Arrano-powered helicopter is equipped with night vision goggle capability for night-time winching. (Photo: Anthony Pecchi/Airbus Helicopters)