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The helicopter's primary mission is hunting submarines, but it has a sophisticated surveillance suite and is also outfitted for search and rescue. The flight was briefed as a routine flight operation while the task force was at sea, according to the official, who asked that their name be kept confidential because of the sensitivity of the subject. A Cyclone suffered what defence officials described at the time as a "hard landing" aboard the Asterix on Feb. 18, 2019. [3][5] For anti-aircraft self-defence the ships are armed with the Sea Sparrow vertical launch surface-to-air missile in two Mk 48 Mod 0 eight-cell launchers placed to port and starboard of the funnel. WATCH | Canadian military helicopter missing near Greece: The Cyclone is a militarized version of the Sikorsky S-92 utility helicopter. The revelation Monday follows initial military reports that the Cyclone helicopter was missing after contact with HMCS Fredericton was lost, suggesting the aircraft was far from the warship when it went down in the Ionian Sea. [5], As built, the anti-shipping role is supported by the RGM-84 Harpoon Block 1C surface-to-surface missile, mounted in two quadruple launch tubes at the main deck level between the funnel and the helicopter hangar. [18] As part of SNMG2, Fredericton took part in Exercise "Joint Warrior", a training exercise off the coast of the United Kingdom in April 2015. The Canadian Press. The helicopter, codenamed “Stalker,” took off around 4:35 p.m. local time as part of a training exercise involving the Fredericton as well as Italian and Turkish warships, Vance said. [30] In November the frigate sailed to the Caribbean Sea visiting several nations. [13] Fredericton departed Halifax, Nova Scotia on 25 October 2009 to commence her transit to the Gulf of Aden, northern Arabian Sea and Gulf of Oman. Fredericton stopped at Cuba to make the first port visit by a Canadian warship in 50 years to the country. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. the voice and data recorders floated away from the helicopters wreckage. "Search and rescue efforts are currently underway.". Fredericton was returned to CFB Halifax Dockyard on 24 January 2013. A Canadian military helicopter serving with a NATO naval task force has gone missing in the Ionian Sea while participating in a mission in international waters off Greece, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has confirmed. No one in the Canadian government would confirm the reports, nor offer comment. NATO has launched a search and rescue operation for the helicopter crew and passengers. Ottawa. Michael Tutton. [3][5] Using their gas turbines, the ships have a range of 3,930 nautical miles (7,280 km; 4,520 mi) at 18 knots (33 km/h; 21 mph). Of the six service members killed, four were members of the Royal Canadian Air Force, with the remaining two members of the Royal Canadian Navy. A tweet from Canadian Armed Forces operations earlier Wednesday would only officially confirm there was an incident involving one of the air force's new CH-148 Cyclone helicopters. The Canadian Press . Separately, a NATO source told CBC News that contact with the helicopter was lost early in the evening on Wednesday, around 8:15 p.m., local time. [19], Fredericton deployed to the Baltic Sea in June 2015 for training. CH-148 Cyclone helicopter 822 is guided into position aboard HMCS Fredericton during Operation Reassurance on Jan. 22. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed the news in a tweet Wednesday evening. Following a Rest and Maintenance Period (RAMP), the vessel integrated into Combined Task Force 150 (CTF 150) to conduct counter-terror patrols in the Gulf of Aden and Gulf of Oman. [14], On 6 October 2011, Fredericton was turned over to Irving Shipbuilding's Halifax Shipyards, to start the vessel's FELEX mid-life upgrading and modernization. The Halifax class also carries a close-in anti-submarine weapon in the form of the Mark 46 torpedo, launched from twin Mark 32 Mod 9 torpedo tubes in launcher compartments either side of the forward end of the helicopter hangar. [3][4] To reflect the changing long term strategy of the Navy during the 1980s and 1990s, the Halifax-class frigates was designed as a general purpose warship with particular focus on anti-submarine capabilities. The sonar suite includes the CANTASS Canadian Towed Array and GD-C AN/SQS-510 hull mounted sonar and incorporates an acoustic range prediction system. Fredericton serves on MARLANT missions protecting Canada's sovereignty in the Atlantic Ocean and enforcing Canadian laws in its … [35][36][37] As of 1 May 2020, only one body has been recovered, with the remaining victims missing and presumed dead. [32] While in the Mediterranean, the frigate made a port call in Italy in March, sparking concerns over possible infection during the COVID-19 pandemic. HMCS Fredericton was reported to be part of the search operation, along with an Italian frigate and a Turkish frigate. [12], A fire broke out in the forward engine room of the frigate on 6 May 2009. HMCS Fredericton is a Halifax-class frigate that has served in the Canadian Forces since 1994. “It’s in 3000 M of waters in the Ionian sea” UPDATE 18:00: Names of the missing have been released. The Halifax-class frigate HMCS Fredericton is back in action less than two weeks after its Cyclone helicopter crashed off the coast of … HMCS Fredericton crew witnessed helicopter crash: National Defence Back to video It also comes as the Forces prepares to hold a ramp ceremony on Wednesday for those on board the Cyclone even though the remains of five of the fallen have not been recovered and identified. [a] The gun is capable of firing 2.4-kilogram (5.3 lb) shells at a rate of 220 rounds per minute at a range of more than 17 kilometres (11 mi). Officials contacted by CBC News late Wednesday said they expected that the prime minister would address the nation Thursday morning. It would be right here on the stern deck here of the ship, but it crashed in April on April 20, ninth in killing the six members of the board who are on the helicopter. The frigate was equipped with a Cyclone helicopter from 12 Wing Shearwater. Saskatoon / 650 CKOM. The helicopter had its first deployment that year on board HMCS Ville de Quebec on the very same NATO operation. The ships have a helicopter deck fitted with a "bear trap" system allowing the launch and recovery of helicopters in up to sea state 6. [2] Fredericton was ordered in December 1987 as part of the second batch of frigates. Comments on this story are moderated according to our Submission Guidelines. HALIFAX — Nearly three months after a helicopter crash claimed the lives of six crew members, HMCS Fredericton returned to its home port of Halifax Tuesday. Prior to that, he covered defence issues and politics for CP in Nova Scotia for 11 years and was bureau chief for Standard Broadcast News in Ottawa. 9,500 nautical miles (17,600 km; 10,900 mi), This page was last edited on 21 December 2020, at 20:17. [10] The warship deployed to the Adriatic Sea, joining the blockade force on 14 December 1995. Following completion of repairs, the ship relieved Winnipeg in the Mediterranean,[24] sailing on 5 January 2016. HMCS Fredericton is on NATO’s Operation Reassurance in the area. It replaced the air force's five-decade-old CH-124 Sea Kings, which were gradually retired from service over the last few years. She integrated into SNMG1 in November 2009 and remained with SNMG1 until February 2010 conducting counter-piracy patrols in the Gulf of Aden and Somali Basin. There is, however, room for several passengers. [5] A Raytheon/General Dynamics Phalanx Mark 15 Mod 21 Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) is mounted on top of the helicopter hangar for "last-ditch" defence against targets that evade the Sea Sparrow. Fredericton has also been deployed on missions throughout the Atlantic and to the Indian Ocean; specifically the Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea on anti-terrorism operations. International ports of call and the other tragedy that has marked this deployment is the crash of the Cyclone helicopter that was deployed aboard the HMCS Fredericton. The Greek state television channel ERT reported that the helicopter had come from the Canadian frigate, which is taking part in the alliance's Operation Reassurance meant to deter Russian aggression throughout Eastern Europe. As of 31 July 2020 Fredericton has been commanded by Commander Andrew Graham. [40] Fredericton returned to Halifax on 28 July 2020. HMCS Fredericton is part of the standing NATO naval group currently in the area. [9] On 5 April, while transiting the Gulf of Aden, the frigate responded to a distress call from the yacht Longo Barda which was under attack by pirates. This involved upgrading the command and control, radar, communications, electronic warfare and armament systems. 70 were here. pic.twitter.com/5wVjRjboCl. [28] The ship returned to Halifax on 5 July 2016. Among other assignments, he spent a total of 15 months on the ground covering the Afghan war for The Canadian Press. The Cyclone normally operates with … tweet from Canadian Armed Forces operations, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. Audience Relations, CBC P.O. [17] The frigate joined Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) in the Black Sea in March 2015 for training exercises. An IBM multi-link (Link 11, Link 16 and Link 22 enabled) datalink processing system was installed along with two Raytheon Anschütz Pathfinder Mk II navigation radars. [5], Two Thales Nederland (formerly Signaal) SPG-503 (STIR 1.8) fire control radars are installed one on the roof of the bridge and one on the raised radar platform immediately forward of the helicopter hangar. [29], In September 2016 Fredericton was among the Canadian warships deployed to the NATO naval training exercise "Cutlass Fury" off the east coast of North America. During a press briefing in Ottawa, Trudeau said the Cyclone was deployed on board the Halifax-class frigate HMCS Fredericton for Operation Reassurance. [25], During her deployment with SNMG2 in the Mediterranean, Fredericton was charged with halting the smuggling of migrants to Europe. Five Presumed Dead in Canadian Navy Helicopter Crash Image courtesy Royal Canadian Navy / HMCS Fredericton By The Maritime Executive 05-02-2020 12:03:15 [7], Fredericton's keel was laid down on 25 April 1992 at Saint John Shipbuilding Ltd. at Saint John, New Brunswick and the frigate was launched on 26 June 1993. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. 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[11] In 1996, Fredericton took part in a NATO naval exercise in the Norwegian Sea. "There is currently a search and rescue operation being conducted and national notifications taking place.". [2], As built, the Halifax-class vessels displaced 4,750 long tons (4,830 t) and were 134.65 metres (441 ft 9 in) long overall and 124.49 metres (408 ft 5 in) between perpendiculars with a beam of 16.36 metres (53 ft 8 in) and a draught of 4.98 metres (16 ft 4 in). The Halifax-class frigate HMCS Fredericton is back in action less than two weeks after its Cyclone helicopter crashed off the coast of … The vessels carry 16 missiles. But in a tweet late Wednesday, the Canadian Armed Forces said it has contacted all primary family members of those who were on board the helicopter. The wreckage was located in 3,000 metres (9,800 ft) of water. The frigate is assigned to Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT) and is homeported at CFB Halifax. [21][22] The frigate returned from deployment on 12 July 2015. The helicopter crashed April 29 in the Ionian Sea near Greece. HMCS Fredericton crew witnessed helicopter crash: National Defence. The Halifax-class frigate design, emerging from the Canadian Patrol Frigate Project, was ordered by the Canadian Forces in 1977 as a replacement for the aging St. Laurent, Restigouche, Mackenzie, and Annapolis classes of destroyer escorts, which were all tasked with anti-submarine warfare. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed during a news conference that six people were aboard the Cyclone helicopter that went down in the Ionian Sea on Wednesday as the aircraft was returning to the Halifax-based frigate HMCS Fredericton from a NATO training mission. Murray Brewster is senior defence writer for CBC News, based in Ottawa. While they were aboard, the frigate was tailed by two Russian ships keeping a distance of 7 nautical miles (13 km). Further improvements, such as modifying the vessel to accommodate the new Sikorsky CH-148 Cyclone helicopter and satellite links will be done separately from the main Frigate Equipment Life Extension (FELEX) program. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. [5] The vessels also carry eight 12.7 mm (0.50 in) machine guns. Furthermore, Rheinmetall's Multi-Ammunition Soft kill System (MASS), known as MASS DUERAS was introduced to replace the Plessey Shield decoy system. The military says it was returning to the ship after a training exercise when it crashed. HMCS Fredericton crew witnessed helicopter crash: National Defence. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. Fredericton returned home on 4 May 2010, the 100th Anniversary of the Canadian Navy. [8] The ship returned to Halifax on 4 April 1996. “They are all heroes,” Trudeau said Thursday. Soon after, the ship spotted flares that were shot from the water. The ship is also fitted with Raytheon AN/SPS-49(V)5 long-range active air search radar operating at C and D bands, Ericsson HC150 Sea Giraffe medium-range air and surface search radar operating at G and H bands, and Kelvin Hughes Type 1007 I-band navigation radar. [26] In April it was announced that Fredericton would be one of the test ships for the Royal Canadian Navy's planned reduced crew size trials. The Canadian Press. The air force repeatedly has praised the aircraft's capabilities — although it was involved in at least one shipboard accident while serving with HMCS Regina and the resupply ship MV Asterix in the Pacific Ocean last year. [11] Fredericton was flagship of the force from 29 February to 11 March 1996. [8] The frigate sailed to take part in Operation Apollo, Canada's contribution to the War in Afghanistan. [34] The helicopter had been returning from a NATO training mission, with six members of the Canadian Armed Forces onboard, at the time of the incident. "I confirm there has been an incident involving a helicopter from a ship under NATO command," said Col. Juanita Chang, chief of public affairs at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium. [33], On 29 April 2020, it was reported the frigate's CH-148 Cyclone had crashed into the Ionian Sea, near the Greek island of Cephalonia. The torpedo decoy is the AN/SLQ-25A Nixie towed acoustic decoy from Argon ST. The ship's radar warning receiver, the CANEWS (Canadian Electronic Warfare System), SLQ-501, and the radar jammer, SLQ-505, were developed by Thorn and Lockheed Martin Canada. A Canadian military helicopter serving with a NATO naval task force has gone missing in the Ionian Sea while participating in a mission in international waters off Greece. After a … [8], Fredericton was among the Canadian warships that participated in Operation Sharp Guard, enforcing the United Nations blockade of Yugoslavia. While returning home from the naval exercise, the ship suffered damage during a storm. [38][39] The specialised salvage ship EDT Hercules was dispatched with Canadian and American military recovery teams from Souda Bay, Greece to recover the wreckage of the Cyclone helicopter on 25 May. The helicopter was deployed aboard HMCS Fredericton on a NATO mission patrolling the Mediterranean and Black seas. Fredericton has also participated in several NATO missions, patrolling the Atlantic Ocean as part of Standing Naval Force Atlantic (STANAVFORLANT) and its successor Standing NATO Response Force Maritime Group 1 (SNMG1). The crash reportedly happened late Wednesday in the Ionian Sea about 80 kilometres off the Greek resort island of Cephalonia. 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