What was this army helicopter flying over Caen this Saturday, near the Calix viaduct?

On Saturday 23 May 2026, be present in the sky from Caen (Calvados) to could intrigue many onlookers: one hélicoptère de l’armée a été aperçu in the afternoon, turning près du viaduct de Calix. 

Helicopter hoisting demonstration on the Caen Peninsula

It was about the H160 helicopter from the National Navy. He was present in Caen this Saturday for the celebrations of 400 years of the Navy. A free event open to all which took place on the Caen Peninsula, quai Gaston Lamy. Its objective: to highlight the professions of the Navy, its missions and its link with the territories.

More entertainment this Sunday

Conferences, educational workshops and animations like the presence of this helicopter for helicopter hoisting demonstrations with the SNSM.

This event will continue this Sunday, May 24, still on Quai Gaston Lamy, with other activities from the opening of the village at 10:30 a.m. and theboat departure to Ouistreham at 1:30 p.m. avant la fermeture du village à 14h. 

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