No. 12 Squadron

Formed as a Communications unit at Rockcliffe (Ottawa), Ontario on 30 August 1940 The squadron flew a variety of aircraft on general air communication and light transport work, ferrying and testing new aircraft, and examining prospective RCAF pilots from the United States. It also maintained a practice flight for the benefit of Air Force Headquarters personnel who wanted to keep their hand in as pilots, navigators and wireless operators. Retained in the post-war force as a Composite unit, the squadron was renumbered No. 412 on 1 April 1947.

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