S-3A Viking, U. S. Navy (159770), Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Patuxent River Air Station Museum
The S-3 Viking, built by Lockheed, was used to identify and track enemy submarines. The aircraft was introduced to Navy units in 1974. The four crew, carrier capable aircraft, was also used in electronic warfare and surveillance missions to protect fleet operations. The aircraft was retired from carrier service in 2009 and only a few remain in land based service in non combat ready roles.
S-3A Viking, U. S. Navy (159770), Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Patuxent River Air Station Museum
The S-3 Viking, built by Lockheed, was used to identify and track enemy submarines. The aircraft was introduced to Navy units in 1974. The four crew, carrier capable aircraft, was also used in electronic warfare and surveillance missions to protect fleet operations. The aircraft was retired from carrier service in 2009 and only a few remain in land based service in non combat ready roles.