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No. 70 Squadron RAF was established on April 22, 1916, at Farnborough, England, and its initial aircraft was the Sopwith Camel.
Answer: False
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF was established on April 22, 1916, at Farnborough, England. Its initial aircraft was the Sopwith 1½ Strutter, not the Sopwith Camel, which was adopted in 1917.
During World War I, No. 70 Squadron RAF operated the Sopwith Camel and achieved 287 victories, producing nineteen aces.
Answer: True
Explanation: During World War I, No. 70 Squadron RAF operated the Sopwith Camel, achieving 287 victories and producing nineteen aces.
No. 70 Squadron RAF was the first RFC unit in France equipped with interrupter gear for its aircraft.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF was the first Royal Flying Corps unit deployed to France equipped with aircraft fitted with interrupter gear, enabling synchronized machine gun fire through the propeller arc.
No. 70 Squadron RAF operated the Sopwith Snipe as its primary aircraft type between 1916 and 1920.
Answer: False
Explanation: While the Sopwith Snipe was operated by No. 70 Squadron RAF between 1916 and 1920, the Sopwith Camel is generally considered its primary aircraft type during much of that period. The squadron also operated the Sopwith 1½ Strutter.
When was No. 70 Squadron RAF initially formed?
Answer: April 22, 1916
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF was initially formed on April 22, 1916.
What was the first aircraft type operated by No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Sopwith 1½ Strutter
Explanation: The first aircraft type operated by No. 70 Squadron RAF was the Sopwith 1½ Strutter.
Which of the following was a significant achievement for No. 70 Squadron's early deployment to France in World War I?
Answer: It was the first RFC unit in France equipped with aircraft fitted with interrupter gear.
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF was the first RFC unit deployed to France equipped with aircraft fitted with interrupter gear, a crucial technological advancement for aerial combat.
How many victories did No. 70 Squadron RAF claim during World War I?
Answer: 287
Explanation: During World War I, No. 70 Squadron RAF claimed a total of 287 aerial victories.
Which of the following is listed as a World War I battle honour for No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Arras
Explanation: The battle honour 'Arras' is listed for No. 70 Squadron RAF's World War I service.
What was the significance of No. 70 Squadron's operation of the Sopwith 1½ Strutter in France during WWI?
Answer: It was the first RFC unit in France to equip it with interrupter gear.
Explanation: The Sopwith 1½ Strutter was significant for No. 70 Squadron RAF as it was the first aircraft type operated by the squadron in France, and it was the first RFC unit in France to be equipped with aircraft fitted with interrupter gear.
After reforming in Egypt in 1920, No. 70 Squadron RAF transitioned into a bomber-transport unit.
Answer: True
Explanation: After reforming in Egypt in 1920, No. 70 Squadron RAF transitioned into a bomber-transport unit.
The Kabul airlift of 1928–1929 involved No. 70 Squadron RAF evacuating 586 British and European officials and civilians from Afghanistan.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Kabul airlift of 1928–1929 involved No. 70 Squadron RAF evacuating 586 British and European officials and civilians from Afghanistan.
In the years leading up to World War II, No. 70 Squadron RAF was based exclusively at RAF Habbaniya.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the years leading up to World War II, No. 70 Squadron RAF was based at RAF Habbaniya from 1937 to 1939, but it returned to Egypt in August 1939, meaning it was not based exclusively at Habbaniya.
During the inter-war period, No. 70 Squadron's aircraft performed non-combat roles such as air ambulances and maintaining the Cairo-Baghdad airmail route.
Answer: True
Explanation: During the inter-war period, No. 70 Squadron's aircraft performed non-combat roles such as air ambulances and maintaining the vital Cairo-Baghdad airmail route.
The Vickers Valentia replaced the Vickers Victorias in No. 70 Squadron's inventory in November 1934.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Vickers Valentia replaced the Vickers Victorias in No. 70 Squadron's inventory in November 1934.
At the outbreak of World War II in September 1939, No. 70 Squadron was based at RAF Habbaniya.
Answer: False
Explanation: At the outbreak of World War II in September 1939, No. 70 Squadron was based at RAF Helwan, near Cairo, Egypt, having moved from RAF Habbaniya.
No. 70 Squadron's first bombing mission in World War II was an attack on targets in Iraq in September 1940.
Answer: False
Explanation: The squadron's first bombing mission in World War II was an attack on targets in the Dodecanese Islands (Greece) in September 1940, not on targets in Iraq.
The Vickers Vimy bomber was operated by No. 70 Squadron from 1920 to 1922, serving as a twin-engined biplane bomber.
Answer: True
Explanation: When operated by No. 70 Squadron in 1920-1922, the Vickers Vimy served as a twin-engined biplane bomber.
Which aircraft type replaced the Vickers Victorias in No. 70 Squadron's inventory in November 1934?
Answer: Vickers Valentia
Explanation: The Vickers Valentia replaced the Vickers Victorias in No. 70 Squadron's inventory in November 1934.
What vital route did No. 70 Squadron's aircraft help maintain during the inter-war period?
Answer: Cairo-Baghdad airmail route
Explanation: During the inter-war period, No. 70 Squadron's aircraft helped maintain the vital Cairo-Baghdad airmail route.
During the inter-war years, No. 70 Squadron was recognized with battle honours for operations in which region?
Answer: Kurdistan
Explanation: During the inter-war years, No. 70 Squadron was recognized with battle honours for operations in Kurdistan.
What type of aircraft was the Vickers Vernon, operated by No. 70 Squadron from 1922 to 1926?
Answer: Twin-engined biplane transport
Explanation: The Vickers Vernon, operated by No. 70 Squadron from 1922 to 1926, was a twin-engined biplane transport aircraft.
No. 70 Squadron RAF transitioned to a bomber role in September 1940, operating the Vickers Wellington C1.
Answer: False
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF transitioned to a bomber role in September 1940, operating the Vickers Wellington. However, the specific variant mentioned, the Wellington C1, is not confirmed in the supporting materials, which list variants such as Ic, III, and X.
During World War II, No. 70 Squadron RAF participated in campaigns in Syria and Iraq in 1941.
Answer: True
Explanation: In 1941, No. 70 Squadron RAF participated in campaigns in Syria and Iraq.
The Consolidated B-24 Liberator replaced the Vickers Wellington in No. 70 Squadron's inventory in Italy between December 1943 and October 1945.
Answer: True
Explanation: Between December 1943 and October 1945, while based in Italy, the squadron's Vickers Wellingtons were replaced by the long-range Consolidated B-24 Liberators.
What was the primary role of No. 70 Squadron RAF during World War II, starting in September 1940?
Answer: Medium bomber
Explanation: Starting in September 1940, No. 70 Squadron RAF transitioned to a bomber role, primarily operating as a medium bomber unit.
In which theatre of operations was No. 70 Squadron RAF involved during 1941?
Answer: Syria and Iraq
Explanation: In 1941, No. 70 Squadron RAF participated in campaigns in Syria and Iraq.
Which four-engined bomber did No. 70 Squadron operate in Italy between December 1943 and October 1945?
Answer: Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Explanation: Between December 1943 and October 1945, while based in Italy, No. 70 Squadron RAF operated the Consolidated B-24 Liberator, a four-engined bomber, replacing its Vickers Wellingtons.
What was the primary function of the Vickers Wellington bombers used by No. 70 Squadron during WWII?
Answer: Medium bomber missions
Explanation: The Vickers Wellington bombers operated by No. 70 Squadron during World War II primarily served as twin-engined medium bombers, undertaking bombing missions against enemy targets.
Which aircraft type replaced the Vickers Wellingtons in No. 70 Squadron's inventory during World War II, serving as a long-range bomber?
Answer: Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Explanation: The Consolidated B-24 Liberator replaced the Vickers Wellingtons in No. 70 Squadron's inventory during World War II, serving as a long-range bomber.
Which major WWII theatre is NOT mentioned in No. 70 Squadron RAF's battle honours?
Answer: Eastern Front
Explanation: Based on the provided battle honours, the Eastern Front is the major World War II theatre not mentioned in relation to No. 70 Squadron RAF's service.
What was the primary function of the Vickers Wellington bombers used by No. 70 Squadron during WWII?
Answer: Medium bomber missions
Explanation: The Vickers Wellington bombers operated by No. 70 Squadron during World War II primarily served as twin-engined medium bombers, undertaking bombing missions against enemy targets.
What was the purpose of the squadron's detachment to Tatoi Airport in 1940?
Answer: To support Allied forces defending Greece.
Explanation: In 1940, a detachment from No. 70 Squadron was sent to Tatoi Airport, north of Athens, to support Allied forces defending Greece during World War II.
Which aircraft type replaced the Vickers Wellingtons in No. 70 Squadron's inventory during World War II, serving as a long-range bomber?
Answer: Consolidated B-24 Liberator
Explanation: The Consolidated B-24 Liberator replaced the Vickers Wellingtons in No. 70 Squadron's inventory during World War II, serving as a long-range bomber.
No. 70 Squadron RAF disbanded in April 1947 and reformed nine days later on May 1, 1948.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF disbanded in April 1947 and reformed nine days later on May 1, 1948.
In the post-World War II era, No. 70 Squadron operated the Handley Page Hastings and Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 transport aircraft before moving to the C-130 Hercules.
Answer: True
Explanation: In the post-World War II era, No. 70 Squadron operated the Handley Page Hastings and Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 transport aircraft before transitioning to the C-130 Hercules.
No. 70 Squadron RAF relocated to RAF Lyneham in the UK in 1975, after operating overseas for 55 years.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF relocated to RAF Lyneham in the UK in 1975, concluding 55 years of overseas operations.
The squadron operated the Lockheed C-130 Hercules from RAF Lyneham for 35 years until its disbandment in September 2010.
Answer: True
Explanation: The squadron operated the Lockheed C-130 Hercules from RAF Lyneham for 35 years, from approximately 1970 until its disbandment in September 2010.
No. 70 Squadron reformed in 1948 at RAF Kabrit, Egypt, by renumbering No. 58 Squadron.
Answer: False
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron reformed in 1948 at RAF Kabrit, Egypt, by renumbering No. 215 Squadron, not No. 58 Squadron.
The Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 operated by No. 70 Squadron from 1967 to 1975 was a twin-engined transport aircraft.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1, operated by No. 70 Squadron from 1967 to 1975, was a four-engined transport aircraft, not a twin-engined one.
How did No. 70 Squadron RAF reform in May 1948?
Answer: By renumbering No. 215 Squadron.
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron reformed in 1948 at RAF Kabrit, Egypt, by renumbering No. 215 Squadron.
Which of these aircraft types was operated by No. 70 Squadron RAF in the post-World War II era before the C-130 Hercules?
Answer: Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1
Explanation: The Armstrong Whitworth Argosy C.1 was one of the transport aircraft operated by No. 70 Squadron RAF in the post-World War II era before the squadron converted to the Lockheed C-130 Hercules.
Where was No. 70 Squadron RAF based in 1975 when it relocated to the UK?
Answer: RAF Lyneham
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF relocated to RAF Lyneham in the UK in 1975, concluding 55 years of overseas operations.
No. 70 Squadron disbanded in September 2010 after operating which aircraft type for 35 years from RAF Lyneham?
Answer: Lockheed C-130 Hercules
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF disbanded in September 2010 after operating the Lockheed C-130 Hercules from RAF Lyneham for 35 years.
What role did the Lockheed C-130 Hercules fulfill for No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Strategic and tactical air transport
Explanation: The Lockheed C-130 Hercules fulfilled the role of a four-engined transport aircraft for No. 70 Squadron RAF, providing strategic and tactical air transport capabilities.
No. 70 Squadron RAF was based at RAF Nicosia, Cyprus, from 1955, and later moved to which other base?
Answer: RAF Akrotiri
Explanation: After being based at RAF Nicosia, Cyprus, from 1955, No. 70 Squadron RAF later moved to RAF Akrotiri.
The squadron's nickname, 'Usquam', is Latin for 'Always Ready'.
Answer: False
Explanation: The squadron's nickname, 'Usquam,' is Latin for 'Anywhere,' not 'Always Ready'.
No. 70 Squadron RAF's current base is RAF Brize Norton, where it operates the Airbus A400M Atlas C1.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF's current base is RAF Brize Norton, where it operates the Airbus A400M Atlas C1.
The badge of No. 70 Squadron RAF features a lion erased, symbolizing its early reliance on the Napier Lion engine.
Answer: True
Explanation: The badge of No. 70 Squadron RAF features a lion erased, which is believed to symbolize its early reliance on the Napier Lion engine.
No. 70 Squadron participated in Operation Pitting in August 2021, deploying two Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft for the evacuation from Kabul.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron participated in Operation Pitting in August 2021, deploying two Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft for the evacuation from Kabul.
The designation 'LXX' for the squadron is a modern Arabic numeral representation of seventy.
Answer: False
Explanation: The designation 'LXX' for the squadron is an archaic Roman numeral representation for seventy, not a modern Arabic numeral.
No. 70 Squadron RAF's battle honours include campaigns in Kurdistan during the inter-war years and the South Atlantic in 1982.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF's battle honours include campaigns in Kurdistan during the inter-war years and the South Atlantic in 1982.
The squadron's badge imagery is thought to originate from its reliance on the Napier Lion engine during the 1920s.
Answer: True
Explanation: The imagery on the squadron's badge is thought to originate from its reliance on the Napier Lion engine during the 1920s.
No. 70 Squadron RAF's current commander is Wing Commander Calvin Bailey M.B.E.
Answer: True
Explanation: The current commander of No. 70 Squadron RAF is identified as Wing Commander Calvin Bailey M.B.E.
The squadron's motto 'Usquam' means 'Everywhere' in French, reflecting its global transport capabilities.
Answer: False
Explanation: The squadron's motto 'Usquam' is Latin for 'Anywhere,' not French.
What is the current role and base of No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Strategic and tactical air transport unit based at RAF Brize Norton.
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF currently operates as a strategic and tactical air transport unit and is based at RAF Brize Norton.
Which aircraft type does No. 70 Squadron RAF currently operate?
Answer: Airbus A400M Atlas C1
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron RAF currently operates the Airbus A400M Atlas C1 aircraft.
What does the squadron's nickname 'Usquam' mean?
Answer: Anywhere
Explanation: The squadron's nickname, 'Usquam,' is Latin for 'Anywhere'.
Who is identified as the current commander of No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Wing Commander Calvin Bailey M.B.E.
Explanation: The current commander of No. 70 Squadron RAF is Wing Commander Calvin Bailey M.B.E.
What was the significance of Operation Pitting for No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: It involved the evacuation of British Nationals and vulnerable Afghans from Kabul Airport.
Explanation: Operation Pitting was a significant evacuation effort in August 2021 to help evacuate British Nationals and vulnerable Afghans from Kabul Airport, with No. 70 Squadron deploying two Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft.
Which Roman numeral designation is officially used by the Royal Air Force for No. 70 Squadron?
Answer: LXX
Explanation: The Royal Air Force officially uses the Roman numeral designation 'LXX' for No. 70 Squadron.
Which of the following is listed as a post-World War II battle honour for No. 70 Squadron RAF?
Answer: Gulf (1991)
Explanation: The battle honour 'Gulf (1991)' is listed for No. 70 Squadron RAF's post-World War II service.
No. 70 Squadron disbanded in September 2010 and reformed on October 1, 2014.
Answer: True
Explanation: No. 70 Squadron disbanded in September 2010 and reformed on October 1, 2014.