INAS 350
Military unit
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The INAS 350 is an Indian naval air squadron based at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.[1]
| INAS 350 | |
|---|---|
| Active | 24 March 2009 - present[1] |
| Country |  India |
| Branch |  Indian Navy |
| Garrison/HQ | INS Dega, Visakhapatnam |
| Nickname | Saras |
| Mottos | Strength, Valour and Perseverance |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Utility helicopter | Sea King 42C |
The squadron operated six Sikorsky UH-3H from 2009 when the helicopters were bought along with INS Jalashwa (L41).[2] The contract worth ₹1.8 billion (US$39.73 million) was signed in November 2006 under a Foreign Military Sales deal.[3] In 2024, the helicopters were de-inducted from service during a ceremony. The type was replaced by Sea King 42C.[4][5][6] The remaining three units conducted a flypast.[3]
