I had the pleasure of being on the tail end of the IFTU for the Wessex Mk5 in Culdrose in 1964 or so. That squadron became 848 and went to the Far East on Albion in 1965 to replace Bulwark which had 845 Squadron on board with the Wessex Mk1. I still think it is best of the 7 twins I've flown, especially when you think how long ago it was built. I did 1035 hours in it without too many dramas, even when instructing in 707 Squadron!
Very sad to think it is finally passing away.
