After the RAAF retired its flying boats in 1952 RAAF Base Rathmines was used as a ground-training base for, among others, officers, senior non-commissioned officers, physical training instructors, national servicemen and recruits until being closed in 1960/61.
After the RAAF retired its flying boats in 1952, RAAF Base Rathmines transitioned into a ground-training facility for various personnel, including officers, senior non-commissioned officers, physical training instructors, national servicemen, and recruits until it was closed in 1960/61.