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RAF Puma Farewell Flight Marks the End of 54 Years
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2025

RAF Puma Farewell Flight Marks the End of 54 Years

On 26 March 2025, the RAF began the Puma HC Mk2 farewell tour from RAF Benson, marking the final days of a helicopter type in service for 54 years.

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On 26 March 2025, the RAF began the Puma HC Mk2 farewell tour from RAF Benson, marking the final days of a helicopter type in service for 54 years.
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