RAF Dundonald

RAF Dundonald

RAF Dundonald (known locally as "Bogside") was used in World War II by 516 Squadron for training with commando and assault troops. The aerodrome is in Ayrshire, Scotland, some miles inland from the coastal town of Troon.

The former site of the Dundonald Aerodrome is now an industrial estate named Olympic Business Park. A building looking very much like a hangar still exists on the site.

References

* [http://www.combinedops.com/516%20Sqd.htm 516 Squadron in World War II]
* [http://www.novaloca.com/property-details/12789 Olympic Business Park, Dundonald, Kilmarnock]


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