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===Official blazon===
===Official blazon===
A gannet proper.<br>
Motto: In cælum volatatem in mare tonantem = Flying into the sky, thundering into the sea.


===Origin/meaning===
===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.
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[[Category:Air Force heraldry]]
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[[Categeory:Gannets]]
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