History
The Mira Elikopteron-Aeroskafon (Helicopter and Aircraft Squadron) was the operational unit of the CNGAW between 1982 and 2002. It operated all the aircraft and helicopters in the inventory. In May 2002 it was split into two separate units: 449 Mira Antiarmatikon Elikopteron and 450 Mira Elikopteron.
Subordinate Units
None
Aircraft
Type | Qty | Service | Example Serials |
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BN-2 Islander | 1 | 1982 – May 2002 | 5B-ICV |
Piper PA-22 Colt | 1 | 1982 – 198? | – |
Pilatus PC-9 | 2 | 1989 – May 2002 | 901, 902 |
Mi-26 Halo | 1 | Nov 2001 – May 2002 | RF-02675 |
Unit Markings
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Main Bases
Base | Duration |
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Larnaca & Limassol | 1982 – 1996 |
Lakatamia | 1996 – May 2002 |
Photographs
None currently available.
More Information
References
- Air Forces Monthly October 2003 p.56-57
Other Sources
To be added.