Key Facts
Short Name: | |
Nickname: | unknown |
Main Role: | Utility Transport |
Secondary Role: | VIP Transport |
First Formed: | 19?? |
Parent Unit: | Helicopter Wing |
Current Status: | Active |
History
Number 7 Squadron was formed in 19?? to operate the MBB Bo 105C. These helicopters were the first equipment of the Bahrain Defence Force Air Wing, which later split into separate squadrons as it expanded. The unit forms part of the Helicopter Wing at Rifa’a Air Base.
Aircraft
Type | Qty | Service | Example Serials |
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Bo 105C | 3 | 1977 – Present | 761, 763 |
Unit Markings
Figure 1 |
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Main Bases
Base | Duration |
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Bahain Intl. Airport (Manama) | 1977 – 1994 |
Rifa’a AB | 1994 – Present |
More Information
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