No. 13 Squadron RAAF
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No. 13 (City of Darwin) Squadron is a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) squadron. The unit saw combat during World War II as a bomber and maritime patrol squadron and is currently active as a mixed regular and reserve RAAF unit located in Darwin, fulfilling both operational support and training duties.[1]
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No. 13 Squadron RAAF | |
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Active | 1 June 1940 – 11 January 1946 1 July 1989 – current |
Branch | Royal Australian Air Force |
Role | Base operations and training |
Part of | Combat Support Group |
Garrison/HQ | RAAF Base Darwin |
Motto(s) | "Resilient and Ready" |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | John Balmer (1940–1941) |
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