No. 177 Squadron RAF explained

Unit Name:No. 177 Squadron RAF
Dates:11 Jan 1943 – 1 Jul 1945
Branch: Royal Air Force
Garrison Label:Base
Motto:Latin

Silentur in medias res (Silently into the midst of things)

Colors Label:post 1950 aircraft insignia
Identification Symbol:Two cannon and a viper
Identification Symbol Label:Squadron Badge

No. 177 Squadron RAF was a Royal Air Force Squadron that was a light bomber unit based in India in World War II.

History

Formation in World War II

The squadron was formed at RAF Amarda Road, India on 14 January 1943, although initially it had no aircraft. It moved to Allahabad in mid-March, with some of its pilots being loaned to 27 Squadron. The squadron moved to Phaphamau in May where it received Beaufighter VIs and began training in long-range strike operations. The squadron moved to Feni on 21 August 1943, and flew its first operation, an attack by two Beaufighters against Japanese communications on the coast of Burma, on 10 September. The squadron converted to rocket armament for operations in Burma and disbanded on 1 July 1945.

Aircraft operated

Aircraft operated by no. 177 Squadron RAF[1] ! From !! To !! Aircraft !! Variant
May 1943 May 1944 VIC
Nov 1943 Jul 1945 Bristol Beaufighter X

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Notes and References

  1. Book: 1988. C.G.Jefford . 1-85310-053-6. RAF Squadrons. UK Airlife Publishing .