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RAF Search and Rescue Force’s final operational flight

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The Royal Air Force’s Search and Rescue Force ended more than 74 years of continuous operations when the duty crew at RAF Chivenor was relieved from its standby commitment at 13:00 on Oct. 4.

Last RAF SAR operation
Photos: Royal Air Force

Search and rescue service will now be undertaken by Bristow Helicopters Ltd across Britain.

Last RAF SAR operation

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