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The Agusta Westland EH‑101 Merlin HC.3A is a medium‑lift transport helicopter operated by the Royal Air Force and later transferred to the Royal Navy’s Commando Helicopter Force. Originally built for the Danish Air Force, the HC.3A fleet was acquired by the UK to expand Merlin capacity and was subsequently upgraded to align with the HC.3/HC.4 standard.
ZK001 is one of the HC.3A airframes, recognisable by its distinctive RAF‑style green camouflage, large cabin doors, and the Merlin’s characteristic three‑engine layout. It is used for troop transport, battlefield support, special forces insertion, logistics lift, and training operations. The aircraft’s powerful engines and advanced rotor system give it excellent performance in demanding environments, including maritime operations following its transfer to the Royal Navy.
The Agusta Westland EH‑101 Merlin HC.3A is a medium‑lift transport helicopter operated by the Royal Air Force and later transferred to the Royal Navy’s Commando Helicopter Force. Originally built for the Danish Air Force, the HC.3A fleet was acquired by the UK to expand Merlin capacity and was subsequently upgraded to align with the HC.3/HC.4 standard.
ZK001 is one of the HC.3A airframes, recognisable by its distinctive RAF‑style green camouflage, large cabin doors, and the Merlin’s characteristic three‑engine layout. It is used for troop transport, battlefield support, special forces insertion, logistics lift, and training operations. The aircraft’s powerful engines and advanced rotor system give it excellent performance in demanding environments, including maritime operations following its transfer to the Royal Navy.