Handling Squadron, Royal Air Force

History: the Squadron was raised at Boscombe Down on April 12, 1954.

		HANDLING SQUADRON, ROYAL AIR FORCE Country:United Kingdom

Official blazon
English	In front of wings conjoined in base a quill pen in pale. Motto: Nota bene = Take careful note.

Origin/meaning

The Quill-Pen represent the reports prepared on new types of aircraft whilst the wings indicate the flying role of its Officers. The badge was approved in December 1955.

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

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