No 62 Squadron, Royal Air Force

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NO 62 SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE

History: The Squadron was raised at Filton in August 1916.

Official blazon

A meteor Or.

Origin/meaning

The Meteor symbolises Speed and Striking Power. The Motto translates as "Unexpectedly". The badge was granted in March 1939.

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Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/ Information from B.R. Holliss and R. Symons Kinghts of the Sky Part Five Numbered Flying Squadrons.