| 216 (Parachute) Signal Squadron | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Active | 1 September 1959 – Present |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Branch |  British Army |
| Type | Airborne communications support |
| Role | Telecommunications and information systems maintenance and support |
| Size | 230 people |
| Part of | 16 Air Assault Brigade[1] |
| Garrison/HQ | Merville Barracks Colchester, England |
| Nickname(s) | "Airborne Signals" |
| Insignia | |
| Abbreviation | 216 (Para) Sig Sqn |
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216 (Parachute) Signal Squadron is a squadron of the British Army's Royal Corps of Signals that is responsible for installing, maintaining and operating all types of telecommunications equipment and information systems in support of the 16 Air Assault Brigade.[2][3][4]
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