The WWII remains of RAF Talbenny (1)
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The WWII remains of RAF Talbenny (1)
Image: © Mike Searle Taken: 8 Jun 2021
- Operations Block Where better to start than at the Operations Block, one of the most important buildings associated with the airfield, where all operational planning, communications, and aircrew briefing would have been conducted. RAF Talbenny Overview: May 1942: airfield opened with the arrival of 4 Armament Practice Camp providing training in anti-submarine bombing, air-air gunnery and air-surface firing. June 1942: arrival of No. 311 (Czech) and 304 (Polish) Squadrons with Vickers Wellingtons for anti-submarine duties in the Bay of Biscay. March 1943: arrival of No.303 FTU (Ferry Training Unit) after the departure of 311 and 304 Squadrons, instructing aircrews to ferry aircraft for use overseas. Oct 1943 - Aug 1945: airfield transferred from Coastal to Transport Command, for use by 16 Flight Transport Command for VIP transportation duties. Sept 1944: No. 303 FTU disbanded with No. 11 FTU formed from it. Aug 1945: No. 11 FTU transferred to Dunkeswell. Aug 1945: airfield placed under Care and Maintenance. Dec 1946: airfield finally closed. Image
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Image Location
Latitude
51.762828
Longitude
-5.128631