No. 18 Squadron RNZAF
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No. 18 Squadron was a squadron of the Royal New Zealand Air Force. Formed in June 1943 at RNZAF Base Woodbourne, the squadron was initially equipped with Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawks, before converting to F4U-1 Corsair fighter bombers in 1944. The squadron fought in the Pacific theatre during World War II, flying combat operations against Japanese forces until it was disbanded in late 1945.
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No. 18 Squadron | |
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Active | June 1943 – December 1945 |
Country | New Zealand |
Branch | Royal New Zealand Air Force |
Type | Fighter bomber |
Size | One squadron |
Garrison/HQ | RNZAF Base Woodbourne |
Engagements | World War II |
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