History
Five O-1E (L-19E) acquired from the Italian Army via the USA, and delivered from 4 February 1992. Used for coastal patrol, SAR and pilot training duties. Withdrawn from service in May 2000 and sold in the USA to civilian owners.
Individual Details
| Serial | c/no. | Prev. Identity | Delivered | Fate/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS9206 | 0018 | MM61-2972 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ACA. Sold as N619SB Jan 2001. |
| AS9207 | 0029 | MM61-2983 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ACB. w/o 5 May 1993. Spares recovery. To Ta’Qali Museum Oct 2001 |
| AS9208 | 0032 | MM61-2986 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ACC. Sold as N320DA Jan 2001. |
| AS9209 | 0038 | MM61-2990 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ACD. Sold as N119AJ Jan 2001. |
| AS9210 | 0035 | MM61-12281 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ACE. Sold as N119LH Jan 2001. |
Pictures
Cessna O-1E 9H-ACA.
(photo: Roberto Benetti)
(photo: Roberto Benetti)
More Information
References
- World Air Power Journal No.9
- World Air Power Journal No.10 p.18
- European Air Forces Directory 2001/02 (Mach III)
- Air Pictorial April 2002
- European Air Arms 2004 (Mach III)
- European Air Forces Directory 2005/06 (Mach III)
- European Air Forces Directory 2012/13 (Mach III)
- Scramble Military Database
Other Sources
To be added.