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
2nd Squadron, Airgroup 5
ActiveJuly 1, 1941
DisbandedMarch 9, 1942
CountryDutch East Indies
AllegianceAllied Forces
BranchArmy Airforce
RoleMultirole
Size12 Pilots
Mascot(s)Magere Hein (Death)
EquipmentFighter Aircraft
EngagementsMalayan campaign
Battle of Java
Battle of Kalijati
Battle of Tjiater Pass
Battle of Balikpapan
Decorations5 x Military Order of William
2 x Bronze Cross
4 x Airman's Cross
Commanders
CommanderCapt. J.P. van Helsdingen
Aircraft flown
FighterBrewster 339C
Brewster 339D
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