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845 Naval Air Squadron

845 Naval Air Squadron is a unit of the Royal Navy responsible for operating advanced naval aircraft, primarily for anti-submarine and maritime patrol missions. Based in the UK, it flies aircraft like the Merlin helicopter, equipped with sensors and weapons to detect and counter submarines and surface threats. The squadron plays a vital role in protecting naval vessels, maintaining maritime security, and supporting NATO operations. It combines skilled pilots and technicians working together to ensure the aircraft are mission-ready, contributing significantly to the UK's maritime defense and international peacekeeping efforts.