Hi,
An Ar 196 of 5./196 was reported missing after combat off the Atlantic coast on 5 August 1942. That is the only Ar 196 definitely lost or damaged in combat in the month. On 30 August 1942 an Ar 196 of 5./196 was reported missing, cause unknown, on a mission.
Cheers,
Andrew A.
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