| No. 31 Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1943–1944 |
| Country |  New Zealand |
| Branch | Royal New Zealand Air Force |
| Type | Torpedo bomber |
| Motto(s) | Kia Mataara |
| Engagements | World War II |
No. 31 Squadron is a squadron of the Royal New Zealand Air Force. Formed in December 1943, it was equipped with Grumman TBF Avenger Torpedo bombers.
31 Squadron was stationed in New Zealand from December 1943 to May 1944. The squadron deployed to Piva Airfield on Bougainville from May to July 1944. The squadron was disbanded in August 1944. [1]
The badge of 31 Squadron included a carved Greenstone Taniwha above two crossed Mere. The squadron's motto (also included on the badge) was Kia Mataara, Te reo Maori for "Watch". [2]
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