The Nigerian Navy (NN) is the naval force of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. It is a branch of the Nigerian Armed Forces. With 75 warships, it is categorised as the fifth strongest navy in Africa. It is considered well-trained and has participated in several peacekeeping missions.
A member of the Nigerian Special Boat Service conducting Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure training with United States Coast Guard personnel.
Image: RAN IFR 2013 D3 44
Image: USCGC Gallatin (WHEC 721) at Naval Station Roosevelt Roads on 30 March 1988 (6449555)
The AgustaWestland AW109, originally the Agusta A109, is a lightweight, twin-engine, eight-seat multi-purpose helicopter designed and initially produced by the Italian rotorcraft manufacturer Agusta. It was the first all-Italian helicopter to be mass-produced. Its production has been continued by Agusta's successor companies, presently Leonardo.
Agusta A109 K2 of the Rega over Mount Pilatus
A Belgian A109BA performing a display flight, 2013
An AW109E parked on the grass