40th Squadron Heli (Belgium)
40th Squadron Heli | |
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A Westland Sea King of the 40th Squadron Heli | |
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Branch | Air Component |
Role | Search and rescue |
Garrison/HQ | Koksijde Air Base |
The 40th Squadron Heli (Dutch: 40ste Smaldeel Heli, French: 40 Escadrille Héli) is a helicopter squadron of the Belgian Air Force based at Koksijde Air Base. It is dedicated to search and rescue operations. It operates four NH90 NFH helicopters.[1] Before the arrival of the NH90 NFH the squadron operated Westland Sea King and Alouette III helicopters on behalf of the Naval Component.
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