HU-21 Helicopter Utility Squadron Badge

HU-21 Helicopter Utility Squadron Badge

Blazon

Gules, on a base argent and azure of four winged horse courant argent, mane, wings and hoofs gold.
(Glossary of Heraldic Terms)

Significance

This squadron was sometimes referred to as the workhorse of the Naval Air Service. Its badge design incorporates the Pegasus, a mythical beast possessed of great strength. It is depicted as if preparing for Hight, and the hooves touching the water reaffirm the bond between the squadron and the Navy.

Remarks

The unit was formed in November 1942 as (VH) Squadron 21 and was renamed HU-21 in April 1955. The unit is no longer in service.

Motto

Omnibus paratus (Prepared for everything)

Colours

White and red

References

Badges Of The Canadian Navy by Arbuckle, J. Graeme. Halifax: Nimbus Publishing, 1987.