| 19 Squadron | |
|---|---|
 SAAF Aérospatiale SA 330 Puma, similar to that flown by the squadron | |
| Active | Sep - Dec 1939 12 August 1944 – 10 July 1945 1 March 1970–present |
| Country |   South Africa |
| Branch | South African Air Force |
| Role | Transport / Utility Helicopter Squadron |
| Garrison/HQ | AFB Hoedspruit, Hoedspruit |
| Motto(s) | Fama Ex Factis Fame through Deeds[1] |
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19 Squadron SAAF is a current squadron of the South African Air Force operating as a transport/utility helicopter squadron. It was formed in 1939 as part of the Air Force airways Wing, flying transport aircraft but was disbanded after a few months. It was re-formed from No. 227 Squadron RAF in 1944 and disbanded again after the end of World War II. It was again re-established in 1970 as a helicopter squadron – a role which it still performs today.