After transiting through Egypt, the move was completed by ship, and at the same time, many of the squadron's experienced aircrew were either transferred to other squadrons, or were repatriated back to Australia for rest or demobilisation.
After passing through Egypt, the move was concluded by ship, and concurrently, many of the squadron's skilled aircrew were either transferred to other squadrons or repatriated back to Australia for rest or demobilization.