Shrieking Gazelles

[Zishelix]

This thread is for the appreciation of the SA.341/342 series Gazelle helicopters of which I am an enthusiast.

Over the years I have collected a considerable amount of material relating to Gazelles, some of which I will be pleased to share here with those who are interested.

I will be happy to discuss anything relating to the history of the Gazelle (now almost almost 50 years old) as well as anything and everything relating to its operations around the world. I hope to meet other Gazelle enthusiasts along the way!

Finally, the Gazelle produces a unique sound as a result of a harmonisation which occurs between the fenestron and the main rotor blades. This effect is sometimes known as "shrieking."

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This thread is now closed

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Shrieking Gazelles has now moved to Facebook, just until we can revamp Aviafora and return the conversation here.

If you are not a social media/Facebook fan, then we genuinely symathise, but would nonetheless ask that you kindly consider opening
a temporary Facebook account in order to join us for Shrieking Gazelles Round Two

Thank you for your support during these first ten years

https://www.facebook.com/groups/sgazelles

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SA341H S5-HCR (027) as seen at Lesce-Bled Airport in Slovenia on 9th June 2002 (Photo by Milan Korbar)

Seeing as Zishelix started this thread, it seems only fitting to conclude it with what I think is one of his favourite Gazelles.


Shrieking Gazelles .. round one .. from 5th February 2014 to 10th August 2024

Join us for round two .. commencing on Facebook Groups on 12th August

God willing, Shrieking Gazelles round three will return to Avia once we have overhauled the site

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Agrar-Aviación SA342J EC-CUA (1113) as seen in Spain in the early 1980's

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SA342L TR-KCU (5019) as seen in Komo-Mondah, Gabon in 2016 (Photo by Christian Vigna)

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Dear Friends

Aviafora's co-founder Filippo (Phil Croucher) and I, have been discussing plans for the overhaul of Aviafora, and while this probably will not commence until next year, we have decided to temporarily move Shrieking Gazelles to a Facebook group.

Aviafora already manages a number of aviation Facebook groups, and it was felt that until we can revamp Avia, this move will best serve our community.

If you are not a Facebook fan, then rest assured, you have my utmost understanding as it took several of my friends some persuasion before I eventually opened an account. But I would ask those of our members without an account to kindly consider opening one on a temporary basis just until we can return Shrieking Gazelles to Aviafora.

This move is scheduled to take place early next week and at that time we will also provide notification of the Group's Facebook address.

I apologise for the inconvenience this may cause some, but also encourage you to join us on our Facebook journey, just until we can return to a renewed and upgraded Aviafora.

Grazie mille and thank you for your understanding.

Savoia

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SA341F2 N341RD (1501) as seen in Florida in 2022




N65AR Imported to Europe

SA342J N65AR (1602) appears to have been imported to Europe and is currently operating between France and Switzerland.

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SA341D G-CBSK (WA1914) ZB627 as seen at Middle Wallop on 13th July 2024 (Photo by Phillip Wilmshurst)

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SA342M N342MR (3956) as seen at Corona Airport in California in July 2024 (Photo by Yassin Alsayyad)




SA341G Cancelled from Register

SA341G F-GFCI (1206) was cancelled from the French register on 17th July 2024.

No further details at this stage.

The above info is courtesy of Jos at:



We take this opportunity to congratulate Jos as we join him in celebrating Rotorspot's silver jubilee.

For 25 years Jos has been providing an invaluable service to the helicopter industry as well as to aviation enthusiasts worldwide.

Congratulazioni e grazie mille Jos!

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SA341C G-SIVJ (WA2012) as seen at Wolverhampton Ha'penny Green Airport on 22nd August 2009

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SA341C XW854 (WA1045) as seen near RNAS Culdrose on 25th July 1979 (Photo by Lewis Grant)

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Wendy Wills and Jim Whalley with SA341B VH-OIX (WA1351) XX409 as seen at Aldinga Airfield in South Australia on 7th April 2024 (Photo by Gavin Hughes)

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SA341D G-RBIL (WA1199) as seen at Duxford on 14th October 2021 (Photo by Fred Taylor)

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SA341C G-CLGO (WA1750) XZ939 as seen at RAF Fairford on 20th July 2024 (Photo by Geoff Allan)

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SA341B ZB671 (WA1958) as seen at RAF Northolt on 13th October 2022 (Photo by Mark McWalter)

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SA342M OO-VDA (4038) as seen in Durbuy, Belgium on 26th July 2024 (Photo courtesy of Tuur Vanden Abeele)

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SA341G G-BAZL (WA1073) as seen at Manchester Ringway in 1975 (Photo by Peter Fothergill)

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SA341B G-UNNS (WA1284) as seen at Shoreham Airport on 8th September 2023 (Photo by Ewan Partridge)

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SA342M OO-XDT (4103) as seen at Zwartberg Airfield in Limburg, Belgium on 7th July 2024 (Photo by Johnny Cuppens)

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SA342J N65AR (1602) as seen Stateside in July 2024 (Photo by Felix Kälin)

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2 x Astazou IIIN2 Engines For Sale



Two zero timed Turbomeca Astazou IIIN2 engines are now available for sale.

Serial No. 24214
Calendar Life Due: 10 Apr 37
0 Hours since overhaul

Serial No. 24464
Calendar Life Due: 26 Feb 37
0 Hours since overhaul

For full details contact:

📧 marketing@agilitystoke.com

📞 +44 (0)1538 260 900

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SA342MV F-MGCJ (4179) as seen at Schleswig Air Base in Germany on 10th June 2024 (Photo by Krzysiek Dz)

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We have (just this morning) been reliably informed that there is 'substantial' worldwide interest in this package. 👍

With so much interest, let's hope that this increases the chance of these craft going to the best home possible.

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20 British Army Gazelles for Sale :: The Very Last of the Last!



20 ex-British Army SA341B Gazelles (10 flyable + 10 spare airframes), the very last batch of British Army Gazelles, are now for sale.

These come with extensive spares, tooling, manuals, bespoke storage containers and more.

Payment for any Gazelles purchased, either individually or as a lot, must be made by the end of August 2024, and their removal from Fleetlands in Gosport, Hampshire, by the end of September.

For further details contact Agility Defence & Government Services, the prime contractor to the UK's Defence Equipment Sales Authority:

🌎 https://www.agility-gazelles.com/

📧 agilitystoke@agility.com

📞 +44 (0)1538 260 900
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Tecnavia SA341G F-GFCI (1206) as seen at Aéroport de Nice in May 1990

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SA341F2 N341KJ (1483) as seen at Oshkosh Airport in Wisconsin on 28th July 2023 (Photo by Andrew Lesty)

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SA341B G-BZYD (WA1648) XZ329 as seen at Shoreham on 25th June 2024 (Photo by Rob Finch)

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SA341G RA-07822 (1073) as seen at Oreshkovo Airfield in Kaluga, Russia in June 2024




SA342MV F-MGAN (3865) as seen at Middle Wallop on 13th July 2024 (Photo by Phillip Wilmhurst)

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Bravo Stefano! 👍