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Indian Navy Decommissions ‘Sea King Mk42B’ Helicopters
📅 Published 18 Jun 2026 · june 2026
Indian Navy Decommissions ‘Sea King Mk42B’ Helicopters
After 36 years, the Indian Navy retired its Sea King Mk42B fleet.
Served for anti-submarine, anti-ship, and search-and-rescue missions.
The fleet’s future: Repurposed for utility transport or as test platforms for weapon and sensor trials.
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