EHKD 09-09-2020 MIL

[Hopla]

At this moment I spotted on ADSB BAF711 M-1 ALOUETTE 3. Looks like it departed the Kooij and is now returning. Why are these choppers in Den Helder? Last week the 27th i read that M-2 was at Den Helder. I have the impression I see them more often flying north or south along the dutch coast. Is there some maintenance?

[roberto]

Probably transport of NH90NFH pilots who train at the simulator at De Kooij

[Thijs]

Isn't it the Belgian and Dutch navy have an agreement that alouette helicopters are used on Dutch navy vessels?

An Alouette was/is "based" on Hr.Ms. Van Amstel in August. No idea if this is still the case or she returned to port.

This could explain some flights.

[Hopla]

Probably transport of NH90NFH pilots who train at the simulator at De Kooij

Ah yes, that makes sense, thanks!

[Hopla]

This morning again BAF711 M-1 making a flight and currently close by Heerenveen.

[JJ Dam]

It's on board the Zr Ms Johan de With at the Northsea for 2 weeks. Not for transport for the simulator!