French Navy receives second NH90 Caiman helicopter

摘要

On September 7, the French Navy took delivery of its second NH90 Caiman Marine helicopter. The aircraft, in combat configuration with sonar and tactical operator stations, landed on the naval air base at Hyeres where the Naval Air Trials and Reception Unit is stationed. The French Navy has ordered 27 NH90 Caimans, and the first should enter operational service in late 2011 at Lanveoc naval air base in Brittany. The remainder will be delivered to the naval air arm (Aeronautique navale) by 2021 to replace first the Super Frelon and subsequently the Lynx helicopters it operates in the anti-submarine and anti-ship warfare, tactical transport and maritime search and rescue roles.