Alouette III Astazou No. 01 prototype, named then SA3190, is seen soundly tied down to the ground for test purposes. Picture from Daniel LIRON's collection.

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Between May 10 and 14, 1974, prior to the delivery of Belgian Protection Civile's own Alouette III Astazou, Gérard HENRY has completed several tests and missions with F-OCRZ SA3190 MSN 01 in the area of Brugge and Oostende. Here are some pictures taken close to the sea shore for a flight with a frogman, probably a fireman from the fire brigade of Brugge. The antenna, which was installed on the right-hand landing gear, was to communicate with the fire services.

Brandweerkazerne Brugge photos. Thanks to Gérard HENRY.

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Article in French about Belgian Protection Civile