Italian Agusta began production in 1974 .
Italian Agusta delivered 22 helicopters as replacements for the Grumman HU - 16 Albatross used for SAR ( Search and Rescue ) missions at sea .
Italian Agusta began production in 1974 and delivered 22 helicopters as replacements for the Grumman HU - 16 Albatross used for SAR ( Search and Rescue ) missions at sea .