Pathfinder (RAF)
For other meanings see Pathfinder.
The Pathfinder squadrons of the Royal Air Force were elite squadrons of RAF Bomber Command during World War II.
During World War II the RAF Bomber Command practiced mainly night bombing. This reduced losses, but made hitting a target accurately very difficult. To reduce this problem Pathfinder squadrons were created. These consisted of elite crews, particularly skilled in navigation. They would fly lighter aircraft ahead of the main formations and would drop markers indicating the target for the following bombers. Later Pathfinders were equipped with radio navigation aids. Pathfinder squadrons made particular use of the De Havilland Mosquito aircraft.
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