RAAF University Squadrons were formed in each state of Australia in 1950 as part of theCitizen Air Force (CAF).[1] They were formed to provide officer training to undergraduates who would then serve as commissioned officers in theRAAF 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 ofconscription.[2] Approximately 3,100 commissioned officers were trained by the various squadrons over the period of 24 years.[3]
Formed as theSydney University Squadron on 16 October 1950, its motto wasEadem Mens Alta Petendi (Latin:"In the Same Mind of Seeking the Heights").[4] The squadron changed its name to theNew 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 wasPeritus Ac Paratus (Latin:"Skilled and Ready"). It was disbanded on 25 August 1973.[5]
Formed as theAdelaide University Squadron on 10 November 1950, its motto wasAstra Pete Discendo (Latin:"Seek the Stars by Learning"). The squadron changed its name to theSouth Australian University Squadron on 11 January 1967. It was disbanded on 28 September 1973.[6]
Formed on 3 November 1950 in Hobart, its motto wasIngeniis 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 wasStrength From Knowledge. It was disbanded on 18 October 1973.[8]
Formed on 30 October 1950 in Perth, its motto wasScientia Potentia (Latin:"Knowledge is Strength"). It was disbanded on 24 August 1973.[8]
