Lynx Mk 89

        The last HAS. Mk3 based Lynx variant was Nigeria´s Mk89, which was broadly similar to the Mk88 used by the Kriegsmarine, albeit without the Bendix sonar, and with folding tailboom. The Nigerian aircraft did have Bendix Primus 500 radar, and 1.135shp (847kw) Gem 43-1 Mk 1020 engines.

        These had 15shp (11kw) more power, which improved hot and high performance, but maximum AUW remained at 10,750lb (4876kg). The Nigerian Lynxes also featured a digital electronic fuel system, which reduced overall running cost. Three aircrafts were supplied for used by Nº 101 Squadron, the first make its maiden flight on 29 September 1983. The three helicopters were delivered in Dark Blue overall, with white on the upper surfaces of the cockpit, cabin and tailboom.