Pathfinder Platoon
| Pathfinders | |
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Logo of the Pathfinder Platoon | |
| Active | March 1985–present |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Pathfinder |
| Role | Pathfinder operations Special Reconnaissance |
| Part of | 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team |
| Garrison/HQ | Colchester Garrison |
| Nickname(s) | "The PF", "The Finders", "X Platoon", "Ghost Platoon" |
| Motto(s) | First In |
| Engagements | List
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| Insignia | |
| Drop Zone Flash | |
The Pathfinder Platoon is a pathfinder unit of the British Army, and an integral part of 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team. The Pathfinder Platoon acts as the brigade's advance force and reconnaissance force. Its role includes locating and marking drop zones and helicopter landing zones for air landing operations. Once the main force has landed, the platoon provides tactical intelligence and offensive action roles for the brigade.