The squadron formed as No.9 General Reconnaissance Squadron on Lockheed Hudson aircraft in New Caledonia, during July 1942, remaining on the island until March 1943, when it moved forward to Santo.
The squadron formed as No.9 General Reconnaissance Squadron operating Lockheed Hudson aircraft at Plaine Des Gaiacs Airfield in New Caledonia during July 1942. Ross, p.132 The squadron remained on New Caledonia until March 1943, when it moved forward to Santo.