2-VLG-V
2e Afdeling, Vliegtuiggroep V (2nd Squadron, Airgroup 5) or short 2-VLG-V was a squadron of the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army Air Force from the 1st of July 1941 to the 8th of March 1942.
2-VLG-V | |
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2nd Squadron, Airgroup 5 | |
Active | July 1, 1941 |
Disbanded | March 9, 1942 |
Country | Dutch East Indies |
Allegiance | Allied Forces |
Branch | Army Airforce |
Role | Multirole |
Size | 12 Pilots |
Mascot(s) | Magere Hein (Death) |
Equipment | Fighter Aircraft |
Engagements | Malayan campaign Battle of Java Battle of Kalijati Battle of Tjiater Pass Battle of Balikpapan |
Decorations | 5 x Military Order of William 2 x Bronze Cross 4 x Airman's Cross |
Commanders | |
Commander | Capt. J.P. van Helsdingen |
Aircraft flown | |
Fighter | Brewster 339C Brewster 339D |
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