Statements (68)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:military_unit
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| gptkbp:active_years |
1943-1945
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| gptkbp:aircraft_operated |
gptkb:Avro_Lancaster
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| gptkbp:aircraft_type |
Heavy bomber
Lancaster I, Lancaster III |
| gptkbp:alliance |
gptkb:British_Commonwealth_Air_Training_Plan
|
| gptkbp:awards |
Participates in airshows.
Numerous successful missions. Awards for service members. |
| gptkbp:base |
Multiple bases in the Pacific
RNZAF Station Whenuapai |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:Wing_Commander_J._A._M._Mc_Kenzie
|
| gptkbp:country |
gptkb:New_Zealand
|
| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
RNZAF history
|
| gptkbp:disbandment_date |
1945-12-01
|
| gptkbp:formation_date |
1943-04-01
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| gptkbp:headquarters |
gptkb:Auckland,_New_Zealand
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
First RNZAF squadron to operate in the Pacific Theatre.
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
No. 498 Squadron RNZAF
|
| gptkbp:insignia |
Squadron badge
|
| gptkbp:losses |
10 aircraft lost in action
|
| gptkbp:mission |
1945-11-15
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| gptkbp:motto |
gptkb:In_Omnia_Paratus
|
| gptkbp:nickname |
gptkb:The_Flying_Tigers
|
| gptkbp:notable_mission |
gptkb:Operation_Grapple
Successful bombing of enemy installations. |
| gptkbp:notable_operations |
Bombing raids over Japan
|
| gptkbp:notable_pilots |
gptkb:Pilot_Officer_A._J._H._Smith
Approximately 200 personnel |
| gptkbp:operational_status |
gptkb:Inactive
|
| gptkbp:operational_theater |
gptkb:Pacific_Theatre
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
|
| gptkbp:primary_mission |
Strategic bombing
|
| gptkbp:reunion |
Annual reunions held
|
| gptkbp:role |
reconnaissance
|
| gptkbp:squadron_documentaries |
Documentaries produced.
|
| gptkbp:squadron_history |
Memorials established.
Tours of historical sites. Documented in RNZAF archives. Influence on New Zealand culture. Influence on future RNZAF operations. Notable alumni recognized. Part of RNZAF's contribution to WWII. |
| gptkbp:squadron_legacy_programs |
Educational programs established.
|
| gptkbp:squadron_online_presence |
Website and social media.
|
| gptkbp:squadron_public_engagement |
Engages with the public.
|
| gptkbp:squadrons |
gptkb:No._499_Squadron_RNZAF
Blue and white Tiger emblem Collectible items available. Recognized for bravery. Impact on air warfare tactics. Advanced flight training. Ongoing historical research. Collaboration with Allied forces. History books published. Losses during operations. Modernized aircraft over time. Pilots, navigators, and ground crew. Supportive veteran community. |
| gptkbp:successor |
gptkb:No._5_Squadron_RNZAF
|
| gptkbp:supports |
Logistics and maintenance teams
No. 1 Air Supply Unit |
| gptkbp:training |
Pilot training and operational readiness
|
| gptkbp:unit_awards |
gptkb:Distinguished_Unit_Citation
|
| gptkbp:veterans |
gptkb:RNZAF_Association
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Mosquito_FB._Mk_VI
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
7
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