No.228 (Javelin) OCU, RAF Leuchars
No.228 OCU was reformed at Leuchars in May 1965 to meet the need to replenish the Javelin crews of the FEAF's all-weather and night fighter squadrons. Commanded by Sqn Ldr George Beaton AFC, course training began on 1 June 1965 with Javelin FAW 9s, T 3s and Canberra T 11s. It later carried 11 Squadron's 'number plate' as part of its operational commitment - a reminder of its 'shadow' role. The OCU was disbanded in December 1966.
Can I please ask if anyone on the forum served with the OCU during this period and can recall 1) how many courses were operated by the OCU, 2) what was the length of each course, and 3) when was the 11 Squadron 'number plate' adopted by the unit?
Thank you in advance.
DW