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125 Squadron

Arrived at RAF Bradwell Bay                   31/07/1944 (Det)

Departed RAF Bradwell Bay                    17/10/1944

Aircraft Flown at Bradwell Bay                 Mosquito XVll 

Squadron Code VA

The Bradwell Bay contingent of 125 squadron was a detachment from the main Squadron base at Middle Wallop, Bradwell Aircraft were initially flying defensive patrols and Anti-Diver missions.

It was to be in September 1944 when Operation Market Garden was put into place. This difficult operation was supported by aircraft from RAF Bradwell Bay including 125 Squadron Mosquitos.

Defensive patrols were continued from Bradwell Bay until 17th October when the whole squadron was moved from Middle Wallop and Bradwell Bay to RAF Coltishall.