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Squadron leader
Also known as: air force squadron leader, air force commandant, air force squadron team leader, squadron commander
About this occupation
Squadron leaders command a squadron specialising in different operations, such as aircraft squadrons, ground operations squadrons, or armoured fighting vehicles squadrons.
Essential skills and knowledge
- maintain operational communications
- give battle commands
- lead military troops
- train military troops
- operate radio equipment
- manage troop deployment
- provide humanitarian aid
- military combat techniques
- perform military operations
- ensure compliance with types of weapons