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12 Squadron SAAF
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12 Squadron was a South African Air Force squadron that served in the Second World War in East Africa and the Western Desert as a medium bomber squadron. After the war, the squadron was used in various roles, including that of a helicopter squadron until 1963, when it was equipped with English Electric Canberra light bombers, remaining a light bomber and reconnaissance squadron until disbanded in 1990.
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![]() A 12 Squadron Canberra T.4 in February 1982 | |
Active | 1939–1945? 1946–? 1963–1990 |
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Branch | South African Air Force |
Engagements | World War II South African Border War |
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Squadron Identification Code | VL 1942[1] |
12 Squadron Insignia | ![]() |
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