Canadian Forces RCAF 427 Tac Hel Squadron Challenge Coin Named

The Canadian Forces RCAF 427 Tac Hel Squadron Challenge Coin is a commemorative item representing the 427 Tactical Helicopter Squadron of the Royal Canadian Air Force. This unit, originally formed during the Second World War, now operates as a tactical helicopter squadron based at CFB Gagetown, New Brunswick. The challenge coin typically features the squadron’s official insignia, which includes imagery relevant to its heritage and operational role, as well as the squadron number. Such coins are commonly presented to squadron members, allied personnel, or visitors as tokens of appreciation or recognition. The item illustrates the tradition of military challenge coins, which serve as symbols of camaraderie and unit identity across armed forces. This example, offered through our military antiques store, holds historical significance for collectors interested in Canadian military memorabilia, air force history, or the squadron’s ongoing contributions to tactical helicopter operations within the Canadian Armed Forces.