No. 16 Flight AAC
Military unit
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16 Flight AAC was an independent flight within the British Army's Army Air Corps. It appears to have initially been formed in 1961, and operated in Aden and Borneo.[1] Reformed circa 1982, it was based at Dhekelia in Cyprus,[2] It operated in support of Army units based there. The unit operated Westland Gazelle AH.1 helicopters.
| 16 Flight | |
|---|---|
A Westland Gazelle similar to those operated by 16 Flight | |
| Active | ? â ca. 2000 |
| Disbanded | ca. 2000 |
| Country | Britain |
| Branch | Army Air Corps |
| Role | Liaison |
| Size | up to six helicopters |
| Garrison/HQ | Dhekelia, Cyprus |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Utility helicopter | Westland Gazelle AH.1 |
The unit was disbanded in 2000.[citation needed] Its role was taken by No. 84 Squadron RAF.
