Where is 2 Squadron RAF Regiment based?
RAF Brize Norton
The II Squadron RAF Regiment is a parachute-trained Field Squadron of RAF Regiment based at RAF Brize Norton.
Do the RAF have Special Forces?
RAF Special Forces Flights RAF Special Forces are the cream of the RAF, tasked with flying UKSF forces to and from battle. Trained to penetrate deep behind enemy lines, RAF Special Forces flights operate both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft.
How long is P Company course?
A timed 2.2-mile (3.5 km) cross-country run, followed by an assault course. The steeplechase is to be completed wearing a helmet and boots.
Who are the 2 Squadron in the RAF?
No. 2 Squadron No.2 Squadron (II Squadron) are an elite parachute-trained field squadron that are capable of jumping in and seizing airfields and securing refueling points. The RAF Regiment contribution to the Special Forces Support Group (SFSG) is drawn from the ranks of No. 2 Squadron.
Where was No.2 Armoured Car Company RAF formed?
2.0 No.2 Squadron RAF Regiment. Originally formed in Heliopolis, Egypt, on 07 April 1922 as No.2 Armoured Car Company RAF at Heliopolis, No.2 Squadron is now an elite parachute-trained field squadron that is capable of jumping in and seizing airfields and securing refuelling points; although this capability has not been used in combat operations.
What are the roles of the RAF Regiment?
Other RAF Regiment roles include provision of Tactical Air Control Parties (TACPs), CBRN detection and decontamination, combat search and rescue and special forces support. No.2 Squadron (II Squadron) are an elite parachute-trained field squadron that are capable of jumping in and seizing airfields and securing refueling points.
When did No.2 Squadron move to Colerne?
In July 1962 II (Field) Squadron moved to RAF Colerne in Wiltshire as part of 38 Group and adopted a parachute capability. Thirteen men volunteered for parachute duties and the selection on ‘P’ Company run by the Parachute Regiment.