Statements (49)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
|
| gptkbp:active_years |
1942-present
|
| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:Lockheed_C-130_Hercules
gptkb:Boeing_737 |
| gptkbp:base |
gptkb:RAAF_Base_Richmond
|
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:Wing_Commander
|
| gptkbp:disbanded |
gptkb:1973
1946 |
| gptkbp:formation_date |
1942-03-01
|
| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:RAAF_Base_Richmond
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
First RAAF squadron to operate C-130s
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
No. 27 Squadron RAAF
|
| gptkbp:insignia |
Squadron badge
|
| gptkbp:motto |
“ We Fly”
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
“ The Flying Kangaroos”
|
| gptkbp:notable_operations |
gptkb:East_Timor_intervention
gptkb:Vietnam_War gptkb:Operation_Bushfire_Assist gptkb:Operation_Resolute Operation COVID-19 assistance |
| gptkbp:operational_area |
gptkb:Australia
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Air_Mobility_Group
|
| gptkbp:primary_mission |
Disaster relief
Search and rescue Humanitarian assistance Medical evacuation Transport operations |
| gptkbp:reformed |
gptkb:1999
1950 |
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:transportation
|
| gptkbp:squadron_history |
Established in World War II
Involved in peacekeeping missions Engaged in training exercises Utilized advanced technology in operations Collaborated with allied forces Participated in international exercises Maintained operational readiness Maintained a high level of training Engaged in community support initiatives Contributed to national security Participated in Korean War Promoted aviation awareness Provided airlift capabilities Adapted to modern airlift requirements Fostered relationships with local communities Participated in airshows and public events Supported Australian Defence Force operations |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
|
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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