No 808 Squadron, FAA

NO 808 SQUADRON, FAA

History: First formed in 1940 at Royal Naval Air Station Worthy Down as a Fleet Fighter Squadron for HMs Ark Royal. Finally reformed 1950 and transfered to the Royal Australian Navy.

Official blazon

English

Blue; five rings interlocked white forming the figures 808 interlaced with a trident palewise gold. Motto: Strength in unity.

Origin/meaning

The Rings allude to the Squadron's number 808, and the close-knit feelings in the Squadron. The Badge was approved in 1941.

Literature: Image from ebay.com. Information from Admirality Ship Badge by T.P. Stoppford.

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