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848 NAS
Great article about Mike Smith in the Western Morning News Saturday 9th April 16.
Pictures and accounts of life at Nanga Gaat in 1965. Mike was the flight commander of 848 'B' Flight. I well remember him dangling on a rope underneath the helicopter,flying down the river with dense jungle as far as the eye could see, to locate some injured soldiers. I can't remember if he got recognition for his daring exploit. He was a great boss.
Pictures and accounts of life at Nanga Gaat in 1965. Mike was the flight commander of 848 'B' Flight. I well remember him dangling on a rope underneath the helicopter,flying down the river with dense jungle as far as the eye could see, to locate some injured soldiers. I can't remember if he got recognition for his daring exploit. He was a great boss.
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PSTOFT - This FAAOA article about Mike's recent visit to Culdrose might interest you:
Veteran Borneo Wessex Pilot Returns For Nostalgic Culdrose Visit
Veteran Borneo Wessex Pilot Returns For Nostalgic Culdrose Visit
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From: Gold Coast, Queensland
I think the late Lt Cdr John Rawlins was B flight commander & Mike the squadron QHI & madman!
I think there are a few hazy memories in this story!
I think there are a few hazy memories in this story!
Last edited by Nigel Osborn; 12th April 2016 at 06:37.
