Bophutatswana Air Force
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The Bophuthatswana Air Force (BAF) was the aviation branch of the military forces of Bophuthatswana. The BAF existed from 1972 until 27 April 1994.
The primary role of the BAF was to provide support and medevac services to the ground units of the Bophuthatswana's army. The BAF operated from several bases, one being Mmabatho AFB.
All surviving aircraft and helicopters were integrated into the South African Air Force on 27 April 1994.
[edit] Aircraft
| Aircraft | In service | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-7 Turbo Trainer | 3 | COIN/Training |
| CASA CN-235 | 1 | Transport |
| CASA C.212 Aviocar | 2 | Transport |
| Pilatus PC-6 Turbo-Porter | 1 | Liaison/COIN |
| MBB/Kawasaki BK 117 | 2 | Liaison |
| Alouette III | 2 | Liaison/COIN |
| SA.365N-1 Dauphin | 1 | VIP |
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- Flight Global: World's Air Forces (1990)
