No. 3 (Fighter) Squadron was formed at Larkhill on 13 May 1912 under the command of Major Brooke-Popham and its motto 'Tertius Primus Erit' reflects the undisputable fact the squadron was the first in the RAF to be equipped with heavier than air machines.
On 13 May 2002 the squadron celebrated 90
years of almost unbroken service whilst under the command of Wg Cdr (now
Group Captain) S D Atha , this was followed on 24/25/26 May 2002 by a weekend of celebration
at the Squadron's then base R.A.F. Cottesmore.
On 31 March 2006 the Squadron relinquished its Harrier aircraft in favour
of the new Typhoon F2 and moved to RAF Coningsby
Membership is open to those of all Ranks, Trades and Services who have ever been posted, or attached to the Squadron strength at any time since its formation on 13 May 1912
Click here to download a PDF membership application form.
Click here to download a Microsoft Word membership application form.
AIMS
- To foster the spirit comradeship founded during service with No. 3 (F) Squadron
- To provide means of maintaining contact with former colleagues
- To nurture and encourage the special relationship between the Squadron and its Association
- To locate and preserve any document, photograph or information which will enhance the official Squadron history
Last Update
This site was last updated on 26 January 2008, see What's New for details.
2008 Reunion
The 2008 Reunion
will take place on the weekend of 17/18/19 Oct 2008 at
The Menzies
Mickleover Court
Etwall Road
Mickleover
Derby DE3 0XX
01332 521234
Cost will be £58 per person per night.
No single room supplements
Hotel is primed to take bookings from now.
When booking it is important to mention the hotel's BOOKING
REFERENCE No - 28147. Also, members should give their
membership number when booking.
Bookings can also be made via their conference organiser, Tracy Wright.
Her direct phone No. is 01332 523641.
As a back up, any problems with this booking system can be referred to Les Bywaters
2007 Reunion Photo Album
Please click here to see pictures from the 2007 Reunion
Target Aviation Photography - 3 (F) Squadron at Coningsby
In November 2006 top aviation photographer Phillip Stevens visited RAF Coningsby and the results of his time there can be seen by clicking here
