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The retro livery is a tribute to the workhorse which came into service on May 24, 1963 and is in talks from replacement since 2004. These colors were worn by the first Seakings back when they were commissioned. 417 didn't fly during the show and I had to wait post the show for her formation departure with sister ship 405. One of the pilots remarked that the helicopter is still a trustworthy flying platform however the ASW equipment onboard is almost obsolete.