Oman Gendarmerie
During my Loan Service there was opportunity for long spells with OG at Khasab on the Mussandam. Aircraft, post Beaver days, were an Islander and occasionally a 206. Plenty of work in support of the Squadron tasked with the defence of the Peninsula, with several strips for the various Platoon locations, and ration trips to Dubai and liaison with Seeb when required. Fortunate to have wife and 4-year old daughter accompany me on one of my Khasab spells.
Straits of Hormuz a touch different these days. Khasab in my day meant an enjoyable spell 'up North' with OG, away from the increasing Admin presence of Seeb, and before a return to the sharper end in Salalah. And now, a thought for His late Majesty, our Commander in Oman, and a good memory of Colonel Richard who commanded OG.
Last edited by JENKINS; 8th Jan 2021 at 14:58.