A lightweight carrier and shore-based anti-submarine aircraft developed for Royal Navy and RAF reserve requirements.
Primary roleMaritime Combat
First flight1953
OriginUnited Kingdom
ManufacturerShort Brothers
Documented variants1
Crew modeCrewed
AirframeFixed Wing
Variants
| Designation | Type | Role | Recorded operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seamew AS.1 | Prototype | Maritime Combat | Fleet Air Arm |
Sources and further reading
Structured references supporting this aircraft family, variants, specifications, and narrative sections.
- British Naval Aircraft Since 1912 — Naval Institute Press · Tier 3