Westland Wasp HAS Mk1

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Aircraft

Wasp HAS Mk1 WASP

Royal Navy historic (Navy Wings)

XT420

Registration

Airline

Navy Wings (operated as historic, ex Royal Navy)

Manufacturer

Westland

Gear

NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D3300 AF-S DX VR Nikkor 55-300mm 4.5-5.6G ED

Achievements

Retro Wings, Heli Hero, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Score: 68.0

Helicopter is clear but distant; lots of empty sky and subdued lighting reduce impact—closer framing would improve it.

Insights

Aviation History

The Westland Wasp was a small British naval helicopter used primarily in the 1960s and 70s for anti-submarine warfare. It was notable for being the first helicopter designed specifically for deployment from smaller warships.

Fleet Rarity

Extremely rare, with only a handful preserved in museums or private collections.

Record Flights

No major record flights, but routinely operated from Royal Navy frigates and destroyers.

Safety & Events

Used by the Royal Navy, Royal Netherlands Navy, and others. Participated in the Falklands War in support roles.

Future Outlook

Most remaining Wasps are preserved or fly at air displays; none in military service.

Specifications

Bristol Nimbus turboshaft

Engine

9.83 m (rotor diameter)

Wingspan

9.63 m

Length

507 km

Range

193 km/h

Speed

2 crew (pilot and observer); limited cabin

Capacity

2,495 kg

MTOW

3.13 m

Height