The Gannets and Sea Venoms were replaced in 1967 by Grumman S2E Trackers and A4 Sky-Hawks. Compared with the Gannets and Venoms, they were very high tech and carried very sophisticated weapons and tracking systems.

Above, the new breed A4 Sky-hawks being readied for take off, the  Wessex Sea Rescue already away and (right), two S2E Trackers in formation passing a lighthouse and cliff formation, make an impressive sight.

A4 Sky-Hawk about to be launched (above left) while S2E Tracker aircraft leaves the flight-deck on launching.

                        Wessex transferring personnel from ship to helicopter during exercises..