No 425 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

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NO 425 SQUADRON, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE

Arms of No 425 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

(Badge)
Arms of No 425 Squadron, Royal Canadian Air Force

(Standard)


Official blazon

Badge: Argent a lark volant proper.
Motto: JE TE PLUMERAI.

Origin/meaning

The badge is derived from the squadron nickname “Alouette” (lark in French). The position of the lark recalls a bomber over its target, ready to strike. The Motto in French translates as “I will pluck your feathers”. The motto is taken from the chorus of the French folk song “Alouette”.


Literature: Image from Wikimedia Commons


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