26 Squadron RAF

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:affiliation Royal Air Force Air Mobility Force.
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Lockheed_C-130_Hercules
gptkb:Boeing_707
gptkb:Vickers_VC10
gptkb:Airbus_A400_M_Atlas
gptkbp:awards Hosts annual commemorative events.
Recognized for excellence in air mobility.
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Air_Mobility_Command
gptkb:Wing_Commander
gptkbp:disbanded 1946
gptkbp:established 1915
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:RAF_Brize_Norton
gptkbp:historical_significance First operational squadron to use the C-130 Hercules in the UK.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 26 Squadron RAF
gptkbp:insignia Squadron badge featuring a trident.
gptkbp:is_based_in gptkb:RAF_Brize_Norton
gptkbp:motto gptkb:In_Omnia_Paratus
gptkbp:nickname The Tridents
gptkbp:operating_countries Participates in NATO operations.
gptkbp:operational_history Participated in various conflicts including the Gulf War.
gptkbp:operational_status Active
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:post_war_career Transport and supply missions
gptkbp:primary_mission Air transport and logistics.
gptkbp:public_relations Active on social media platforms.
gptkbp:reformed 1950
gptkbp:role gptkb:transportation
Strategic airlift.
gptkbp:squadron_funding Receives funding from the UK government.
gptkbp:squadron_history Has a rich history dating back to World War I.
Continues to uphold its legacy.
Maintains traditions from its inception.
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:26
gptkb:Wing_Commander
Engages with local communities.
Produces newsletters and reports.
Promotes diversity within its ranks.
Conducts regular training exercises.
Adopts new technologies.
Actively recruits new personnel.
Works with defense contractors.
Awarded for operational excellence.
Maintains an official website.
Collaborates with other air forces.
Comprises pilots, loadmasters, and support staff.
Deployed in various global operations.
Faces challenges in modern air transport.
Offers squadron-branded merchandise.
Plans to modernize its fleet.
Recognized for contributions to air mobility.
gptkbp:support Humanitarian missions.
gptkbp:training Provides training for aircrew.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:RAF_Odiham
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5