RAF Station Akrotiri, Royal Air Force

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History:Formed on October 1, 1955.

Coat of arms (crest) of RAF Station Akrotiri, Royal Air Force

(Elizabeth II Version)
Coat of arms (crest) of RAF Station Akrotiri, Royal Air Force

(Charles III Version)
RAF STATION AKROTIRI, ROYAL AIR FORCE

Country:United Kingdom
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Official blazon
English A flamingo passant in representation of water in base all proper.

Motto:Acra semper acria = The penninsula is always eager.

Origin/meaning

The Station is near to Akrotiri Lake, a breeding ground for Flamingoes. The badge was granted in August 1957.

Literature: Image 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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