RAAF University Squadrons were formed in each state of Australia in 1950 as part of the Citizen Air Force (CAF). [1] They were formed to provide officer training to undergraduates who would then serve as commissioned officers in the RAAF General Reserve. Each squadron consisted of a number of specialist flights including: Flying, Medical, Equipment, Administrative and Technical. The squadrons were disbanded in 1973 following the end of conscription. [2] Approximately 3,100 commissioned officers were trained by the various squadrons over the period of 24 years. [3]
Formed as the Sydney University Squadron on 16 October 1950, its motto was Eadem Mens Alta Petendi (Latin : "In the Same Mind of Seeking the Heights"). [4] The squadron changed its name to the New South Wales University Squadron in March 1967. [2] It was disbanded on 31 October 1973. [4]
Formed on 31 October 1950 in Brisbane, its motto was Peritus Ac Paratus (Latin : "Skilled and Ready"). It was disbanded on 25 August 1973. [5]
Formed as the Adelaide University Squadron on 10 November 1950, its motto was Astra Pete Discendo (Latin : "Seek the Stars by Learning"). The squadron changed its name to the South Australian University Squadron on 11 January 1967. It was disbanded on 28 September 1973. [6]
Formed on 3 November 1950 in Hobart, its motto was Ingeniis Patuit Campus (Latin : "There is an Open Field for Talent"). It was disbanded on 25 August 1973. [7]
Formed on 25 October 1950 in Melbourne, its motto was Strength From Knowledge. It was disbanded on 18 October 1973. [8]
Formed on 30 October 1950 in Perth, its motto was Scientia Potentia (Latin : "Knowledge is Strength"). It was disbanded on 24 August 1973. [8]
