RAF Station Gosport, Royal Air Force
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RAF STATION GOSPORT, ROYAL AIR FORCE
History: Formed in July 1914.
Official blazon
A gannet proper.
Motto: In cælum volatatem in mare tonantem = Flying into the sky, thundering into the sea.
Origin/meaning
The Station taught aerobatics and as the Gannet dives into the sea at a very steep angle to cath its prey was considerated a appropriate emblem for a Station also involved in the Anti-Submarine Role. The badge was granted in July 1937.
Literature: Image from https://www.iwm.org.uk/. Information from Knights of the Sky Part 3 Support Squadron - Teams by B.R. Holliss and R. Symons.
Categeory:Gannets