The Spanish Air Force 82th Search and Rescue Group is part of the 46th Wing, which operates from Gando Air Base, in the Canaries. The mission of the 82th Group is carrying out SAR operations within the Canary Islands and the surrounding areas. Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) CN-235 VIGMA and helicopters Super Puma SA 332C are todays equipment, however, 82th Group operated MPA Foker F-27 Maritime during a good number of years till 2014, when they were finally replaced by the CN-235 VIGMA.
(photos by Edilia Luis)
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