CHF in the Caribbean

HMS Ocean was at the forefront of the UK’s humanitarian relief effort after hurricanes struck the Caribbean in September. Thomas Newdick caught up with the Commando Helicopter Force that provides the backbone of its aircraft component. OPERATION RUMAN HMS ‘Ocean’ heads into the ‘Atlantic hurricane conveyor belt’ at top speed as she prepares to deliver aid to British citizens in the Caribbean. On deck are the two No 18 Squadron Chinooks and a CHF Merlin, while a Merlin HM2 from