| 40th Squadron Heli | |
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A Westland Sea King of the 40th Squadron Heli |
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| Active | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Branch | Air Component |
| Role | Search and rescue |
| Garrison/HQ | Koksijde Air Base |
The 40th Squadron Heli (Dutch: 40ste Smaldeel Heli, French: 40 Escadrille Héli) is a helicopter squadron in the Air Component of the Belgian Armed Forces. It is dedicated to search and rescue operations. It operates 5 Westland Sea King Mk.48 helicopters, due to be replaced in 2011 with NHI NH90 helicopters[1]. One of the Sea King helicopter, the RS01, has already been taken out of service and an other one, the RS05, have be painted in a other colour as celebration of 25 years service with the Sea King.