12 Squadron SAAF
| 12 Squadron | |
|---|---|
A 12 Squadron Canberra T.4 in February 1982 | |
| Active | 1939–1945? 1946–? 1963–1990 |
| Country | |
| Branch | South African Air Force |
| Engagements | World War II South African Border War |
| Insignia | |
| Squadron Identification Code | VL 1942 |
| 12 Squadron Insignia | |
12 Squadron was a South African Air Force squadron that served in the Second World War in East Africa and the Western Desert as a medium bomber squadron. After the war, the squadron was used in various roles, including that of a helicopter squadron until 1963, when it was equipped with English Electric Canberra light bombers, remaining a light bomber and reconnaissance squadron until disbanded in 1990.