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Reserve Flying Units End in a Turning Point for RAF
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1957

Reserve Flying Units End in a Turning Point for RAF

On 10 March 1957, Royal Auxiliary Air Force and Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve flying squadrons were disbanded, marking a turning point in reserve air power.

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On 10 March 1957, Royal Auxiliary Air Force and Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve flying squadrons were disbanded, marking a turning point in reserve air power.
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