Scouts Demonstrated New Helicopter at RAAF Base
The Minister for Supply Mr Wairhall witnessed the Westland Scout helicopter demonstration at Fairbairn RAAF base alongside Sir William Oliver and Vice-Admiral Harrington. Commander John Osborn led the test for the new helicopter slated for the RAN survey ship HMAS Moresby. Two Scouts flew from Nowra Naval Air Station for the event.
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Nowra Naval‘ Air Station
Queen's Birthday Ball Planned for June 14 1963 Canberra
The ACT Royal Commonwealth Society president H Newman announced a Queen's Birthday Ball to be held at Hotel Canberra on June 14 1963. In a Canberra display Navy officials showcased the Westland Scout helicopter, with the Navy purchasing two units. Attending officials included Sir William Oliver the British High Commissioner, Minister for Supply Mr Fairhall, and Vice Admiral W H Harrington.
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H. <. Newman
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Russell Hill
Navy
William Oliver
Fairhall
Naval Staff
W. H. Harrington
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