Originally Posted by
sycamore
Maybe Sikhorsey/RAN should talk to WHL/Leonardo about the flotation gear fitted to RN Wessex..
OK if you like floating upside down. A PITA for chocks and weapon loads to ground crew.
Not that it mattered much. The air frame might float for a while, but fizzed whilst doing so, and disappeared almost before your eyes.
The Wasp kit was also OK at floating (if fitted), and better at staying upright, but with the head nearly submerged.
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