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Bristol Blenheim in New Zealand Service

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Bristol Blenheim in New Zealand Service

The Royal New Zealand Air Force operated the Bristol Blenheim in 489 Squadron, Coastal Command. Operating within the Royal Air Force command structure, 489 Squadron was predominantly manned by New Zealand personnel. Bristol Blenheim Mk.IVF long range fighters were used to offset the short supply of Beaufort torpedo bombers. The Blenheims were replaced by Handley Page Hampden torpedo bombers in March 1942.

New Zealand airmen undergoing training on a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV. This is believed to be No. 489 Squadron air crews.
New Zealand airmen undergoing training on a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV. This is believed to be No. 489 Squadron air crews.
New Zealand High Commissioner, Mr WJ Jordan, with a group of No. 489 Squadron Officers and airmen standing in front of a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV
New Zealand High Commissioner, Mr WJ Jordan, with a group of No. 489 Squadron Officers and airmen standing in front of a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV
Believed to be No. 489 Squadron air crew in front of a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV
Believed to be No. 489 Squadron air crew in front of a Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV
A No. 489 Squadron Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV at RAF Station, Leuchars, Scotland.
A No. 489 Squadron Bristol Blenheim Mk.IV at RAF Station, Leuchars, Scotland.