In September 1944, the 416th left for France in September 1944 and were replaced in November of that year by two Royal Air Force Squadrons under Fighter Command, equipped with Stirlings, flying special missions over the Continent.
In September 1944, the 416th left for France in September 1944 and were replaced in November of that year by the 196 and 299 squadrons, Royal Air Force Fighter Command. These squadrons were eqipped with Stirlings, flying special missions over the Continent.