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RAF Mona

Buildings and structures in AngleseyRoyal Air Force stations in WalesRoyal Air Force stations of World War II in the United KingdomRoyal Naval Air Stations in WalesUse British English from May 2013
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Royal Air Force Mona, or more simply RAF Mona, (ICAO: EGOQ) is a Royal Air Force station near Bodffordd on the island of Anglesey, Wales. It is primarily used as a relief landing ground for RAF Valley. RAF Mona is also the home of Mona Flying Club who operate some evenings and most weekends.

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RAF Mona

Cae Bach Aur
LL77 7JS , Bodffordd
Wales, United Kingdom
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