UK Declares IOC For Merlin Upgrade

Merlin
Credit: AgustaWestland
LONDON—The British Royal Navy has declared an initial operating capability (IOC) for its amphibious assault fleet of triple-engine Merlin Mk. 4 transport helicopters. The UK Commando Helicopter Force now has 13 Merlin Mk.4s available for operations after an extensive modification program carried out...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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