No. 531 Squadron RNZAF

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:active_years 1943-1945
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:15
gptkb:Lockheed_Hudson
gptkb:Avro_Anson
gptkbp:aircraft_type multi-engine aircraft
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:awards successful reconnaissance missions
gptkbp:base RNZAF Station Whenuapai
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Wing_Commander_J._A._M._Mc_Kenzie
gptkbp:disbandment_date 1945-12-01
gptkbp:formation_date 1943-01-01
gptkbp:ground_crew_strength 30 personnel
gptkbp:headquarters gptkb:Auckland,_New_Zealand
gptkbp:historical_significance gptkb:World_War_II
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label No. 531 Squadron RNZAF
gptkbp:insignia Squadron badge
gptkbp:motto gptkb:In_Omnia_Paratus
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Flying_Fish
gptkbp:notable_operations gptkb:Operation_Grapple
gptkbp:notable_pilots 50 personnel
gptkbp:operational_period 1943-1945
gptkbp:operational_status inactive
gptkbp:operational_theater gptkb:South_Pacific
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Royal_Air_Force
gptkbp:primary_mission maritime patrol
gptkbp:recruitment gptkb:New_Zealand
gptkbp:role air reconnaissance
gptkbp:squadron_history memorials in New Zealand
part of RNZAF history
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:historical_accounts
gptkb:No._532_Squadron_RNZAF
annual gatherings
limited resources
academic studies conducted
notable veterans
awarded campaign medals
books written about the squadron
influenced future squadrons
gptkbp:squadrons_artifacts preserved aircraft models
gptkbp:squadrons_community_engagement local events participation
gptkbp:squadrons_cultural_impact part of New Zealand's military culture
gptkbp:squadrons_documentaries films produced about the squadron
gptkbp:squadrons_educational_programs school visits
gptkbp:squadrons_exhibits displays in museums
gptkbp:squadrons_interviews veterans interviewed for history
gptkbp:squadrons_legacy_impact inspired future generations
gptkbp:squadrons_media_coverage featured in documentaries
gptkbp:squadrons_memorabilia gptkb:collectibles
gptkbp:squadrons_online_presence dedicated websites
gptkbp:squadrons_public_interest gptkb:historical_significance
gptkbp:squadrons_recognition_awards received historical awards
gptkbp:squadrons_social_media active on social platforms
gptkbp:successor gptkb:No._5_Squadron_RNZAF
gptkbp:support coastal defense
gptkbp:training pilot training
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:No._490_Squadron_RNZAF
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8