487 Squadron [entry point]

487 Squadron [entry point]

487 (RNZAF) Squadron

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487 Royal New Zealand Air Force Squadron was formed at RAF Feltwell in August 1942 equipped with Venturas as part of 2 Group. The squadron moved to RAF Methwold in April 1943 and in June 1943 the unit transferred to the Second Tactical Air Force. Re-equipping with Mosquitos in August 1943 it carried out intruder operations for the rest of the war.

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