Key Facts
| Total Delivered: | 1 |
| Total Still Active: | 0 |
| Total Now Stored: | 0 |
| Service Entry: | 1990 |
| Retirement: | 2012 |
| Main Role: | Policing |
| Origin: | UK |
History
The BN-2T (BN.2B-20) Turbine Islander is a robust maritime surveillance aircraft used by the Cyprus Police and armed forces to perform airborne recon and command roles. Only one aircraft of this specific type was in use, acquired in 1990, and was regularly observed performing anti-terrorist and anti-smuggling operations. It was retired in March 2012.
Individual Details
| Serial | c/no. | Prev. Identity | Delivered | Fate/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP-1 | 2207 | 5B-CPA | 16 June 1990 | ex G-BPLO, G-CYPP. Wfu Mar 2012. |
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References
- European Air Forces Directory 2003/04 (Mach III)
- European Air Forces Directory 2005/06 (Mach III)
- European Air Forces Directory 2012/13 (Mach III)
Other Sources
To be added.
See other operators of the Britten-Norman BN-2 Islander