RAF Topcliffe - Other Uses

Other Uses

In 1962 The Air Electronics School (for Wireless Operators and Air Electronics Officers) moved to RAF Topcliffe from RAF Hullavington in Wiltshire.

In the early 70s it was also used as a basic Sergeant Aircrew training centre.

During the 1990s and until 2001, the airfield was utilised by Merlin Parachute Club, home to both the 4 Para Parachute display team and the York University Sport Parachute Club. Part of the site is also used for the flying of model aircraft.

As of March 2012, RAF Topcliffe is the permanent base of one of the two Yorkshire Air Ambulances.

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