AVIATION STORY 10

 

RAAF 10 & 11 Squadrons 70th Anniversary 2009

 

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11 Squadron's 70th birthday cake cutting ceremony.The youngest member of 11 Squadron, Aircraftman Byron Cameron-Collins (left) and the President of the Catalina Club South Australia, Mr Art
Coppock cut the cake.
 
 
 
 
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Neptune static display during the 70th Anniversary celebrations of the formation of No. 10 and 11 Squadrons held at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
 
 
 
 
HARS (Historical Aircraft Restoration Society) Flight Engineer Mr Kim Flattery, who flew to RAAF Base Edinburgh on the Neptune talks to 11 Squadron Aircraft Technician, Leading Aircraftman Brammall
about the maintenance of the Neptune.
 
 
 
 
Former 10, 11 and 492 Squadron member Terry Bourile (left) and 10 Squadron Flight Engineer (1942-1945) Ian Speirs go through the 492 Squadron Unit History albums.
 
 
 
 
Officer Commanding 92 Wing, Group Captain Warren McDonald straps into the AP-3C Orion flight simulator with former RAAF Flight Lieutenant Dudley Marrows DSO, DFC, the most decorated Sunderland
pilot of World War 2.
 
 
 
 
During celebrations of the 70th Anniversary of 10 and 11 Squadron held at Royal Australian Air Force Base Edinburgh, Sergeant Bueller hands retired 10 and 11 Squadron member, Garth Morgan a
10 Squadron T-shirt.
 
 
 
 
Clem Walters (left) and Don McCaran reminisce during the 70th anniversary of 10 and 11 Squadron celebrations held at Royal Australian Air Force Base Edinburgh.
 
 
 
 
Wing Commander Kevin Murray (left) with former Flight Lieutenant Dudley Marrows, the most decorated Sunderland pilot of World War 2.Flight Lieutenant Marrows was invited by the Commanding Officer
of Number 10 Squadron Wing Commander Murray to help unveil the new 10 Squadron nose art, named "The Flying Porcupines" as part of the 70th Anniversary celebrations of No.10 and 11 Squadron, held at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
 
 
 
 
Flight Lieutenant Aganjot Sidhu from 10 Squadron sitting in the cockpit of a former RAAF Neptune.
 
 
 
 
An historic Catalina inside the 11 Squadron Hanger in preparation for the hanger bash as part of the 70th Anniversary celebrations of No.10 and 11 Squadron, held at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
 
 
 
 
The Navy Band provided their musical talents to entertain the guests in the 10 Squadron Hanger.
 
 
 
 
Balloons in the colours of 11 Squadron falling from the roof of the hanger during 70th Anniversary celebrations of No.10 and 11 Squadron, held at RAAF Base Edinburgh.
 
 
 
 
An 11 Squadron AP-3C Orion with the 70th Anniversary tail art. The Aircraft was a main feature of the night being located on the edge of the hanger under coloured lights.
 
 
 
 
20090925raaf8298528_0010Reviewing Officer, Commander Surveillance Response Group, Air Commodore Warren Ludwig reviews the ranks.
 
 
 
 
10 Squadron Colours bearer, Flight Lieutenant (FLTLT) Adam Clarke and 11 Squadron Colours bearer FLTLT Chris Pendleton stand at attention.
 
 
 
 
Don Binskin, Flight Engineer of the Catalina aircraft, present at the 70th Anniversary celebrations of No.10 and 11 Squadron held at RAAF Base Edinburgh.Don Binskin is the father of Chief of
Air Force, Air Marshal Mark Binskin.
 
 
 
 
Base Commander of RAAF Base Edinburgh, Wing Commander Rod Smallwood acts as the Master of Ceremonies.

DATE: 25 September 2009

LOCATION: RAAF Edinburgh

Story by David H.

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Airforce Celebrates 70th Anniversary of 10 and 11 Squadrons.

 

On 25 September 2009 5DME attended celebrations at Edinburgh RAAF Base for the 70th Anniversary of 10 and 11 Squadrons. Up to 1000 former military personnel and guests attended the parade. The Historical Aviation Restoration Society (HARS) attended with several vintage aircraft that were used by these squadrons in their maritime role. These aircraft included a Lockheed Neptune and a Catalina.

10 and 11 Squadrons have had a significant history in the Australian Defence Forces. A detailed History/Data sheet as produced by the RAAF can be downloaded HERE.

Chief of the Air Force, Air Marshal Mark Binskin said, "The squadron's personnel have been involved in operations including World War II, the Battle of the Coral Sea, the Gulf War, Malayan Emergency and East Timor."

 

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10 and 11 Squadrons valued contributions include:

  • World War II
  • Battle of the Coral Sea
  • Gulf War
  • Malayan Emergency
  • East Timor

Search and Rescue Roles including Great Southern Ocean recoveries of:

  • Tony Bullimore
  • Isabelle Autisier
  • Thierry Dubois

Aircraft used by 10 and 11 Squadrons over 70 years:

  • Sunderland
  • Catalina
  • Lincoln
  • Neptune
  • P-3 Orion
  • AP-3C Orion

 

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During the Anniversary Celebrations each squadron unvieled alternative nose and tail art. The new artwork was relevant to World War II significance of one of it's AP-3C Orion aircraft.

Orions have been at Edinburgh (Home to Orion Aircraft) since 26 May 1968. Orions are to remain in service until 2018 with a phase-out period proceeding this date.

(Photo Opposite: Taken on the day, Orion fly-past)

 

For more photos see the Defence web site (view)

 

 

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Parade on 25th September 2009

 

Celebrations

Various events were held throughout the celebrations including a cake cutting ceremony, static display and personnel and guests attended a Gala Dinner on Friday night.

 

More information:

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See the RAAF Gallery for more RAAF images.

 

10 Squadron

Australian War Memorial 10 Squadron

RAAF Museum 10 Squadron

 

11 Squadron

Australian War Memorial 11 Squadron

RAAF Museum 11 Squadron

 

CREDITS

5DME would like to thank 10 and 11 Squadrons and the various RAAF personnel that contributed to this article.

Air-to-Air, Gala Dinner & Sidebar photos courtesy of RAAF (Copyright)

Neptune photo courtesy HARS

Other photos by 5DME.

 

 

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