Key Facts
| Total Delivered: | 2 |
| Total Still Active: | 0 |
| Total Now Stored: | 2 |
| Service Entry: | 1992 |
| Retirement: | 2004 |
| Main Role: | Utility |
| Origin: | Italy |
History
Two NH.500M (Hughes 369HM) obtained from the Italian Guardia Di Finanza and delivered June 1992. Used for patrol/SAR duties.
Individual Details
| Serial | c/no. | Prev. Identity | Delivered | Fate/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS9213 | 620220M | MM80848 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ABY. stored Sept 2004 |
| AS9214 | 1220227M | MM80854 | 1992 | Initially serialled 9H-ABZ. stored Feb 2002 |
Pictures
NH.500M 9H-ABY.
(photo: R De Wit via Roberto Benetti)
(photo: R De Wit via Roberto Benetti)
More Information
References
- World Air Power Journal No.9
- European Air Forces Directory 2001/02 (Mach III)
- Air Pictorial April 2002
- European Air Forces Directory 2005/06 (Mach III)
- European Air Forces Directory 2012/13 (Mach III)
- Scramble Military Database
Other Sources
To be added.
See other operators of the Hughes 369