AIR 27/2742 ORB for 23 Squadron, RAF Coltishall, Norfolk

Notes by Paul Fuller

The August 1956 entry begins with ...

"1. The main commitment of the squadron this month was exercise 'Fabulous' at Royal Air Force Waterbeach. Due to poor serviceability, local flying limitations and adverse weather conditions, relatively few hours were flown whilst on detachment.

["local flying limitations" referred to complaints about noise from local residents, not AP]

"2. During the last week of the month air-to-air firing programme was carried out. Due to the lack of modified aircraft, few actual sorties were flown.

"3. The Squadron took part in two other exercises:

(a) Rats/terriers - in Terriers role
(b) Ciano - a simulated bomber force.

"4. On the 29th of the month a team of instructors arrived from Colerne to give continuation training on A.I. Mk. 21 to the Navigators.

"5. A varied ground training programme was carried out."

As with 74 Squadron at Horsham St Faith 141 Squadron were also involved in "cine and pilot and navigation training". And as with 74 Squadron the ATC GCA was modified and the UHF installed by No. 90 Group.

Flying times were given for August 1956 as follows: