No. 27 Squadron RAAF

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:military_base
gptkbp:active_years 1942-present
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:Lockheed_C-130_Hercules
gptkb:aircraft
gptkbp:base gptkb:RAAF_Base_Richmond
gptkbp:commander gptkb:military_unit
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:mission Disaster relief
Search and rescue
Humanitarian assistance
Medical evacuation
Transport operations
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:reform gptkb:1999
1950
gptkbp:role gptkb:public_transportation_system
gptkbp:squadrons 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