Air Squadron
Role: Transport (Secondary roles Border Patrol/SAR)

The Air Squadron was first formed in May 1972 as the Helicopter Flight of the Malta Land Forces. The title was changed to Air Squadron in 1992 when fixed-wing aircraft were received. The unit provides transport and also Search & Rescue duties. Contrary to some reports, the helicopters were never flown from Hal Far, although a support facility was based there from September 1978 to mid 1980.

Air Bases:

Base	Duration
St Patricks's Barracks, Luqa	May 1972 - April 1979
Luqa Airport	April 1979 - Present

Aircraft Used:

Type	Qty	Service	Badge	Example Serials
Agusta-Bell 47G	4	1971 - Present		AS7203
Agusta-Bell AB.206A	1	1973 - Present		AS7305
Alouette III	5	1992 - Present		AS9211
NH.500M	2	1992 - Present		AS9214
Cessna O-1E	5	1992 - 2000		AS9208
BN-2B Islander	2	1995 - Present		AS9516
Bulldog T.1	5	2000 - Present		AS0022

Unit Insignia:

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References:

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