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Old 2nd Oct 2012, 20:04
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Alan Mills
 
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On two separate occasions during 69 and 70 a Shackleton from 205 Sqn Changi diverted into Vietnam with engine trouble. One was fixed after an overnight stay, but I think the other remained for an engine change (prob 2-4 days). Both aircraft were returning from Hong Kong. Same captain (Howard?)
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