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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:military_unit
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gptkbp:active_years
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1943-1945
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gptkbp:aircraft_operated
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gptkb:Lockheed_Hudson
gptkb:Bristol_Beaufighter
gptkb:Avro_Lancaster
Extensive
Regular inspections and repairs.
Incorporated new technologies.
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gptkbp:alliance
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gptkb:British_Commonwealth
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gptkbp:alumni
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Many became leaders in aviation.
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gptkbp:awards
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gptkb:Mentioned_in_Dispatches
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gptkbp:base
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RNZAF Station Whenuapai
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gptkbp:combat_history
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Followed RNZAF customs.
Part of New Zealand's military narrative.
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gptkbp:commander
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gptkb:Wing_Commander_J._A._M._Mc_Kenzie
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gptkbp:commemoration
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Memorials in New Zealand.
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gptkbp:community
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Honored by local organizations.
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gptkbp:community_engagement
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Involved in local events.
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gptkbp:community_support
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Engaged with local communities.
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:New_Zealand
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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Part of New Zealand's military heritage.
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gptkbp:disbandment_date
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1945-12-01
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gptkbp:exhibition_history
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Displayed in museums.
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gptkbp:first_flight
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gptkb:Avro_Lancaster
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gptkbp:formation_date
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1943-04-01
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gptkbp:ground_crew_strength
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Varied
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gptkbp:has_ability
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Maintained high standards.
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gptkbp:headquarters
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Whenuapai
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gptkbp:historical_documentation
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Preserved in archives.
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gptkbp:historical_impact
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Significant in RNZAF history.
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gptkbp:historical_records
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Maintained by RNZAF Museum.
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gptkbp:historical_research
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Studied by historians.
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gptkbp:historical_significance
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gptkb:World_War_II
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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No. 518 Squadron RNZAF
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gptkbp:insignia
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Squadron badge
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gptkbp:international_relations
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Strengthened ties with allies.
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gptkbp:legacy
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Influence on future RNZAF squadrons.
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gptkbp:military_exercises
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Participated in various drills.
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gptkbp:motto
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gptkb:In_Omnia_Paratus
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gptkbp:nickname
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gptkb:The_Flying_Fish
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gptkbp:notable_operations
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gptkb:Operation_Grapple
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gptkbp:notable_person
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Notable pilots and crew.
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gptkbp:notable_pilots
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Varied
Specialized programs for pilots.
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gptkbp:operational_challenges
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Adverse weather conditions.
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gptkbp:operational_history
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Significant contributions to maritime operations.
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gptkbp:operational_status
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gptkb:Inactive
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gptkbp:operational_theater
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gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
South West Pacific Area
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gptkbp:part_of
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gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
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gptkbp:partnerships
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Collaborated with other nations.
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gptkbp:post_war_career
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Transitioned to peacekeeping.
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gptkbp:primary_mission
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Maritime patrol
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gptkbp:recruitment
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gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
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gptkbp:role
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reconnaissance
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gptkbp:squadrons
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gptkb:No._5_Squadron_RNZAF
Influenced formation of new squadrons.
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gptkbp:strategic_importance
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Critical for maritime security.
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gptkbp:successor
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gptkb:No._5_Squadron_RNZAF
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gptkbp:support
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Anti-submarine warfare
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gptkbp:training
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Joint exercises with other forces.
RNZAF training schools
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gptkbp:training_programs
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Developed for aircrew.
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gptkbp:veterans
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Many served post-war.
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:No._490_Squadron_RNZAF
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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8
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