RAF Station Cranwell, Royal Air Force

History:Formed in April 1918.

(Elizabeth II Version)	(Charles III Version)	RAF STATION CRANWELL, ROYAL AIR FORCE Country:United Kingdom

Official blazon
English	An eagle wings expanded and inverted Or perched on a rock proper. Motto:Alitum altrix = Nurturer of the winged.

Origin/meaning

The function of the unit is to watch over and protect personnel being trained there. The badge illustrates this objective. The badge was granted in September 1948.

Literature: Images from Defence Brand Portal Ministry of Defence. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadrons - Teams by B.R. Hollis and R. Symons.

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