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3RD DRAFT
delivered.
The first two offensive support squadrons of
Jaruar GR Mark 1s have already formed in Strike Command,
and the first three strike/attack squadrons in RAF Germany
will be built up during the year, replacing the present
squadrons of Phantom FGR28.
b.
Phantom FGR28
The Phantom FGR 2s replaced in the strike/attack and
reconnaissance roles by Jaguars are being transferred to the
air defence role. and will largely replace the existing
Lightning force. The re-equipment of the Strike Command
air defence force with Phantom FGR28 is likely to be complete
by the end of the year.
c.
Buccaneers
An additional Buccaneer squadron has begun to form in
Strike Command. Aircraft deliveries will be completed by the
end of the year.
d. Nimrods
A programme to refit Nimrods with new and improved
radio and telecommunications equipment will begin.
e. Vulcan SR28
The Vulcan SR2 replaced the Victor B(SR)2 in the
strategic reconnaissance role in 1974-75 and the force has
been built up to its maximum strength.
f. Victor K29
Conversion of Victor Mark 2s to the air tanker role
is progressing and the first converted aircraft have
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