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12th September 2024 | 19:35

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Khalifa101

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From: Oman

Can you plz email me [email protected]. from Oman 2 sqn

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Originally Posted by Bill Macgillivray

In the '80's the Omani Air Force had three Skyvans extensively modified for maritime recce.. Extra fuel tanks, a maritime radar capability, KNS660 nav. (new then!!) and an auto-pilot (very good!). They were extensively used (mainly in Srait of Hormuz) and were known as Seavans! Still going in early '20's. Great bits of kit!!

Can you plz email me [email protected]. there are some old friemda from Oman 2 sqn and 5 sqn want to talk to you dear Captain Bill.

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