Talk:No. 16 Squadron RAF

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Old Sarum?

This article has me a bit confused, but perhaps someone can explain, and perhaps modify the article so that the meaning is more apparent. The article states the squadron was disbanded in 1919, but reformed at "Old Sarum" in 1924. The only "Old Sarum" I know is an archaeological site. Why was an RAF squadron reformed at an iron age hillfort? Eastcote (talk) 20:39, 4 April 2012 (UTC)[reply]

There is actually a grass aerodrome at Old Sarum, used by the Royal Flying Corps during WW1. There is still an interesting museum nearby. Militum professio scriniarii (talk) 01:41, 7 August 2023 (UTC)[reply]

Spitfire image

Per good practice, I am opening a discussion regarding the existing Spitfire PR.XIX image.

It shows the elegant wings of a Spitfire, and the black-and-white Invasion Stripes applied in 1944. But it does NOT clearly show the markings or typical scheme for No.16 Squadron aircraft. And whilst it is usually deemed preferable to show an aircraft in flight, in this case, a light-blue aircraft against a light-blue background is less than perfect.

I propose to change this image for another, of the exact same preserved Spitfire, with a clearer view of the upper surfaces. And maybe a pilots head in the cockpit for some idea of scale.

I'm offering the image on the right, dated 2022.

I'll come back here in a few days to read your responses.

WendlingCrusader (talk) 23:18, 12 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]

Prince William

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In early 2008, Prince William took his first steps on his aviation career at No. 16 Squadron's site, flying his first solo sortie in Tutor G-BYXN

So, at their site, i.e. at RAF Cranwell, but not necessarily with No.16 Squadron. I would ask what do the sources say, but two are the BBC, and the third is a deadlink. However, if the original editor had found evidence pointing to 16 sqn, I'm sure he wouldn't have used the weasel-words found above.

This statement is on notice; show me 16 squadron, or it goes. It belongs on the RAF Cranwell page, not here.

WendlingCrusader (talk) 23:38, 12 December 2024 (UTC)[reply]