Sanitäts-Flugbereitschaft 8

Formed 3.41 in Breslau-Gandau.

Disbanded 13.4.45.

Had about 130 men, and initially 3 Ju 52, but this was later increased to 5 or 6 Ju 52. In 1942 also received 3 Fi 156.

During the war a Krankenkraftwagenzug (ambulance platoon) with 12 ambulances, was added.

Known bases:

Breslau-Gandau, 3.41 - 11.7.41
Bardufoss, 11.7.41 - 9.41
Kemi, 9.41 - 19.9.44
Bodø, 19.9.44 - 13.4.45


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