Flying Regiment 1, Finnish Air Force
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Active1 January 1938 - June 1941
3 May 1942 - 1 December 1952
3 May 1942 - 1 December 1952
CountryFinland
Branch
Finnish Air Force
Rolereconnaissance and ground attack
| Flying Regiment 1, Finnish Air Force | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1 January 1938 - June 1941 3 May 1942 - 1 December 1952 |
| Country | Finland |
| Branch | |
| Role | reconnaissance and ground attack |
| Engagements | Winter War, Continuation War |
Flying Regiment 1 (Finnish: Lentorykmentti 1 or LeR 1) was a mixed regiment, incorporating both fighter, reconnaissance and communication squadrons, of the Finnish Air Force during World War II. The unit was disbanded in June 1941, but reformed from the Supplement Flying Regiment on May 3, 1942.
After its deactivation it was formed int No. 2 Wing (Finnish: 2. Lennosto).