RAF Mattishall explained

RAF Mattishall
RFC Mattishall
Nearest Town:Mattishall, Norfolk
Country:England
Type:Royal Air Force landing ground
Pushpin Map:Norfolk
Pushpin Label:RAF Mattishall
Pushpin Map Caption:Shown within Norfolk
Ownership:Air Ministry
Operator:Royal Air Force
Royal Flying Corps
Used:1915-
Battles:First World War
Elevation:46m (151feet)
R1-Number:00/00
R1-Surface:Grass field

RAF Mattishall is a former Royal Flying Corps landing ground located east of Mattishall, Norfolk and north west of Norwich, Norfolk, England.

History

The landing ground was in use during the First World War initially under the control of the Royal Flying Corps until 1 April 1918 when the site was turned over to the Royal Air Force and was renamed from RFC Mattishall to RAF Mattishall. The site was used by aircraft intercepting Zeppelin bombers.[1] Aircraft of 51 Squadron operated from Mattishall.[2]

Current use

The airfield has been returned to use for agriculture.[1]

See also

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mattishall . Airfields of Britain Conservation Trust. 28 February 2013.
  2. http://www.raf.mod.uk/rafmarham/events/rafmarham191619.cfm RAF Marham 1916–1919