| Accession Number | F02809 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 4 min |
| Object type | To be confirmed |
| Physical description | 16mm/b&w/silent |
| Maker |
RAAF Public Relations |
| Place made | Australia: New South Wales, Williamtown |
| Date made | 28 July 1971 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Period 1970-1979 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: © Australian War Memorial
This item is licensed under CC BY-NC
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Final operations for RAAF Sabres
Description
The first Sabres went into service with the RAAF in 1954 and since one hundred and twelve have been built in Australia by the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation. Four squadrons were equipped with Sabres Nos. 3 and 77 saw service in Malaysia and Nos. 75 and 76 Squadrons were located at Williamtown near Newcastle NSW phasing out of the Sabres began last year when ten were given to Malaysia. Only forty remain in service at No. 5 Operational Training Unit (OTU) Williamtown. These will be grounded on 31 July 1971.
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Video of Final operations for RAAF Sabres (video)