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The gyrfalcon, found in northern Canada, is known for its exceptional fighting ability. The sun suggests bringing light and information to the troops and thus represents the squadron’s original role in fighter reconnaissance. The Latin Motto translates as "Swiftly and surely". | The gyrfalcon, found in northern Canada, is known for its exceptional fighting ability. The sun suggests bringing light and information to the troops and thus represents the squadron’s original role in fighter reconnaissance. The Latin Motto translates as "Swiftly and surely". | ||
[[Literature]]: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/ | [[Literature]]: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/ | ||
[[Category:Military heraldry of Canada]] | [[Category:Military heraldry of Canada]] | ||
[[Category:Air Force heraldry]] | [[Category:Air Force heraldry]] |
Revision as of 13:45, 4 June 2023
NO 430 SQUADRON, ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE
(Badge) |
(Standard) |
Official blazon
Badge: Argent on a sun in splendour Or a gyrfalcon’s head erased Argent langued Gules.
Motto: CELERITER CERTOQUE.
Origin/meaning
The gyrfalcon, found in northern Canada, is known for its exceptional fighting ability. The sun suggests bringing light and information to the troops and thus represents the squadron’s original role in fighter reconnaissance. The Latin Motto translates as "Swiftly and surely".
Literature: Image from https://www.canada.ca/en/services/defence/caf/military-identity-system/canadian-forces-badges/