No 440 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

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NO 440 SQUADRON, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE

Coat of arms (crest) of No 440 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

(Badge)
Coat of arms (crest) of No 440 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

(Standard)


Official blazon

Badge: A bat displayed Gules surmounting a cloud Argent.
Motto: KA GANAWAITAK SAGUENAY.

Origin/meaning

The bat suggests night flying and the use of radar, while the cloud symbolizes poor visibility. They both refer to the role as an all-weather fighter squadron in 1950s and 1960s. The Motto in Innu translates “He who protects the Saguenay”.


Literature: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/

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