Raava Squadron is a T-70 X-Wing squadron attached to the MC80 Solari of the Odanite Expeditionary Force.
History
Raava Squadron was founded in 34 ABY as part of the reorganization of Clan Odan-Urr’s military forces. The squadron went on to serve with distinction in the Battle of Nancora.
The squadron initially had a temporary name until in the course of their escort duties the pilots became enamored with then High Councilor Turel Sorenn’s pet Raava, a Harakoan Polecat saved from New Tython. Since both the name Raava, a mythological light deity and Harakoan Polecat species connected back to the pilots former home of New Tython they adopted the name and image of the creature as their callsign and unit patch.
Role
Raava Squadron’s primary role is to support the O.E.F. flagship MC80 Solari in ship to ship operations. The squadron performs space superiority duties protecting the command group from enemy fighters and bombers as well as direct action against enemy capital ships. Raava Squadron also has the unique role of escort squadron for the High Councilor and other dignitaries when they shuttle to and from the flagship. Because of this critical escort role, selection to serve in Raava Squadron is considered a mark of distinction for O.E.F. pilots as they are the unofficial honor guard for the council in space.