Aircraft Photo of 731 | Cessna 185A Skywagon | South Africa - Air Force | AirHistory.net #421492
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:731
Aircraft Original Type:Cessna 185 Skywagon
Aircraft Generic Type:Cessna 185 Skywagon (U-17)
Aircraft Version:Cessna 185A Skywagon
C/n (msn):185-0390
Operator Titles:South Africa - Air Force
Location
City / Airport:PotchefstroomMap
Country:South Africa
Airport Codes:ICAO: FAPS   IATA: PCF   Local: -   Other: -
 
Photo Date:1970
Photo from:Kjell O Granlund Collection
Photo ID: 421492
Photo Comment

Seen in the early polished metal scheme devoid of national markings, 731 was taken on charge 20 June 1962 and served with 42, 11, and 44 Squadrons. A number of SAAF Skywagons were also seconded to the SA Police serving in the early days of the Rhodesian Bush War in their markings.

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