Mar 14, 2021 · Change of command at the RAF 1310 (Tactical Support) Flight currently deployed in Mali. Three RAF Chinook are in West Africa since 2018 under Operation Newcombe supporting the French anti-terrorist mission Barkhane
Nov 13, 2020 · British Tri-Service Joint Helicopter Command (JHC) deployed RAF Chinook heavy lifting helicopters in Mali since 2018 in support of the French-led counter-terrorism operation in the Sahel
Aug 12, 2020 · Detachments from Royal Air Force 18 and 27 Squadrons from RAF Odiham rotate every 3 to 4 months to provide crews to CH-47 Chinook helicopters deployed in Mali under Operation Newcombe in support of the French anti-terrorist mission Operation Barkhane
Jul 18, 2020 · Aircraft and support personnel of Britain, Denmark and Estonia are deployed in Mali embedded into the French Operation Barkhane against counter-terrorism in West Africa
Jun 12, 2020 · Three RAF Chinooks and 100 personnel will remain in Mali as UK extends its commitment to supporting French counter-terrorism operation in the Sahel. The helicopters have been deployed in country in non-combat roles since 2018 under Operation Newcombe
