Key Facts
| Total Delivered: | 23 |
| Total Still Active: | 0 |
| Total Now Stored: | 0 |
| Service Entry: | 1980 |
| Retirement: | 1998 |
| Main Role: | Transport |
| Origin: | France/Romania/UAE |
History
Seven SA330Ls delivered in 1980. Six additional Romanian-built IAR330L examples were delivered in 1983-84. Used by 9 Squadron for the utility transport role. These helicopters were withdrawn from service in 1998. Ten ex-UAEAF SA330s are expected to be delivered from January 2010.
Individual Details
| Serial | c/no. | Prev. Identity | Delivered | Fate/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L-900 | 1636 | 1980 | ||
| L-901 | 1638 | 1980 | stored Rayak Feb 2006 | |
| L-902 | 1639 | 1980 | ||
| L-903 | 1641 | 1980 | ||
| L-904 | 1645 | 1980 | ||
| L-905 | 1646 | 1980 | ||
| L-906 | 1648 | 1980 | stored Rayak Feb 2006 | |
| L-907 | 5579 | 1983 | IAR-built, stored Rayak Feb 2006 | |
| L-908 | 1983 | IAR-built | ||
| L-909 | 5589 | 1983 | IAR-built, stored Rayak Feb 2006 | |
| L-910 | 1983 | IAR-built | ||
| L-911 | 5681 | 1984 | IAR-built, stored Rayak Feb 2006 | |
| L-912 | 1984 | IAR-built |
More Information
References
- Scramble
- Air Forces Monthly
- International Air Power Review
- World Air Forces Directory 2009/10 (Mach III)
- The Independent Guide to the Lebanese Air Force
Other Sources
To be added.
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