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1st Feb 1962


antarmike

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V-force started its Quick Reaction Alert readiness commitment of one loaded weapon system and crew per operational squadron normally at 15 minutes readiness - an arrangement continued until 30 June 1969 and the basis of Bomber Command at the time.

 

Feb 1963 Vulcans of No. 617 Sqn, RAF Scampton, are equipped with the Blue Steel stand-off air-to- surface nuclear missile following cancellation of the American Skybolt project.

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