Westland Collection

Her Majestys Australian Ship (HMAS) Melbourne (21) shown with its complement of Douglas A-4G Skyhawks of 805 Squadron RAN ranged for entering port

HMS Victorious (R38) approaching the Persian Gulf, 3 July 1961. de Havilland Sea Vixens, Supermarine Scimitars and Westland Whirlwinds line the flightdeck

Westland Whirlwind aeroplanes
Westland Aircraft Ltd, Whirlwind aeroplanes, mostly in camouflage colours. 1940s

Royal Navy helicopters photographed off Portland. From top: Westland Sea King, Westland Wessex HAS1, Westland Wessex HU5, Westland Wessex HAS1, Westland Lynx, Westland Wasp HAS1 and Westlad Gazelle

Three Royal Navy helicopters alongside St Michaels Mount, Cornwall. From left:Westland Sea King HAS1 of 706 Squadron; Westland Wessex HAS1 of 771 Squadron and a Westland Gazelle of 705 Squadron

Lake Matheson, Mount Tasman and Mount Cook, Westland, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

An RAF Westland Wessex flies over HMS Fearless (L10) at ?
An RAF Westland Wessex flies over HMS Fearless (L10) at Lee-on-Solent, 2 March 1966

Westland Wyvern SMk4, VZ787

A Westland Wessex flies over HMS Albion (R07)

Westland Wessex HAS1, XP116, of 845 Royal naval Air Squa?
Westland Wessex HAS1, XP116, of 845 Royal naval Air Squadron on the Batang Rajang, September 1963

Westland SRN4 hovercraft, GH-2007, The Princess Anne, of Seaspeed

Westland Scout Helicopter

Royal Marine Commandos re-embarking from a Westland Wessex helicopter on to a Royal Navy Commando Carrier

Westland Wessex HC2, XT678, of No28 Squadron RAF Kai Tak?
Westland Wessex HC2, XT678, of No28 Squadron RAF Kai Tak, Hong Kong

Westland Wapiti 1 aeroplane
Westland Wapiti 1 of No. 601 (County of London) Squadron, Auxiliary Air Force. 1940s

Westland Wapiti IIA J9719
Westland Wapiti IIA, J9719

Westland Lysander R9125, at the Royal Air Force Golden Jubilee in 1968, held on RAF Abingdon. Date: 1968

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland Lysander production

An Afternoon At Home at a Modern Flying Club by Johns
Representative types of British light aeroplanes flying over a typical modern aerodrome. The green monoplane on the left is a Westland Widgeon

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland Widgeon IIIA, G-aGH

Westland SRN3 hovercraft

Dead trees on the beach at Hokitika, a busy goldrush port in 1860s, where 42 vessels lost on treacherous beach, in Westland, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Royal Air Force Westland Wessex HC. 2 XR505
Royal Air Force Westland Wessex HC.2 XR505 (msn WA130) at RAF Odiham First flight on 01-10-1963, delivered 18-10-1963, to Uruguay Navy as A-081 on 01-1998 Date: 1964

Rolls-Royce Clyde powered prototype Westland Wyvern TF2, VP120, during thrust measuring trials at Yeovil

Westland Welkin I, DX318

Westland SRN6, SR-N6-150, of Hovertravel, leaving the Southsea Terminal en route to Ryde, Isle of Wight

Westland Wyvern S4 VZ789 on a carrier deck with wings folded
Westland Wyvern S4, VZ789, on a carrier deck with wings folded

Westland Wyvern S4 VZ751
Westland Wyvern S4, VZ751

Blackburn YA. 1 Firecrest RT651
Blackburn YA.1 Firecrest RT651 at the 1947 SBAC Radlett air-show, parked next to the first prototype Boulton Paul Balliol VL892

Bristow Helicopters Westland WS-55 series 1 Whirlwind G-APWO (msn WA299), at Redhill. Later converted to Series 3 in 1966, sold in Iran as EP-HAG. Date: circa 1960

Westland Wessex HC2s, XR527 and XR588, of No28 Squadron ?
Westland Wessex HC2s, XR527 and XR588, of No28 Squadron RAF Kai Tak, Hong Kong, August 1976

Lake Matheson - New Zealand, South Island, West Coast, Westland, Westland National Park, Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson, Southern Alps

Westland Wessex HC-2
RAF Westland Wessex Hc-2 Mk-2 at the Intensive Flying Trials Unit at Odiham, UK Date: 1963

Westland Wessex 52 helicopters for the Iraqi Air Force

A Royal Navy Westland Wessex HU5, XT485, lifts supplies ?
A Royal Navy Westland Wessex HU5, XT485, lifts supplies from HMS Hermes (R12)

Westland Wyvern TFMk1, TS380

Westland Wyvern VP120 aeroplane, in silver. 1940s

Westland Lysander over the Great pyramids. c.December 1939

Westland Wyvern S4s

Two Westland Lysanders silouetted against the sun

Melt water and glacial rock terrain at glacier terminus, Waiho River, Franz Joseph Glacier, Westland National Park, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

New Zealand, Westland, Hst. Sunburst over the wild, west coast of the New Zealand South Island

Sikorsky S-55, WW339, formerly G-AMHK, was registered to Westland in January 1951 for use as a demonstrator

Eight-seater Dynasphere designed by Dr J A Purves
Eight-seater Dynasphere, a monowheel vehicle designed by Dr J A Purves, demonstrated at Westland Flying Ground, Yeovil, Somerset, 8 July 1933. 1933

Rowi or Okarito Brown Kiwi (Apteryx rowi) male called Scooter in rainforest habitat. Okarito Forest, Westland, South Island, New Zealand

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"Westland: A Legacy of Naval Aviation Excellence" From the majestic HMAS Melbourne (21) to the mighty HMS Victorious (R38) approaching the Persian Gulf, it has played a pivotal role in shaping naval aviation. The skies have witnessed the grace and power Whirlwind aeroplanes soaring through the air, while Royal Navy helicopters have been captured in breathtaking photographs off Portland. The enchanting sight of three Royal Navy helicopters alongside St Michaels Mount stands as a testament to Westland's commitment to precision and teamwork. And who could forget the indomitable presence of the Westland Wyvern SMk4, VZ787, leaving an everlasting impression wherever it roams? In perfect harmony with their surroundings, an RAF Westland Wessex gracefully flies over HMS Fearless (L10), its wings cutting through the sky with unwavering determination. Similarly, a sense of awe fills our hearts as we witness a Westland Wessex flying over HMS Albion (R07), symbolizing strength and unity. The legendary Westland Wessex HAS1, XP116, belonging to 845 Royal Naval Air Squadron leaves us spellbound with its unparalleled capabilities. Meanwhile, history comes alive as we delve into tales surrounding iconic aircraft like the Westland Lysander R9125 and versatile workhorses like the Westland Scout. Finally, let us not forget those brave souls who serve our nation fearlessly - watching Royal Marine Commandos re-embarking from a trusty Westland Wessex reminds us of their unwavering dedication and sacrifice. Westlands' rich heritage in naval aviation continues to inspire generations worldwide. As they forge ahead into new horizons, one thing remains certain - their legacy will forever be etched in golden letters across our skies.