The Unit was known as 225 Group Communication Flight, RAF, in 1942 and was located at RAF Stn Yelahanka. In May 1946, the flight moved to HAL airfield at Bangalore and was subsequently disbanded. In June 1946, a new Unit was formed as No. 2 (Indian) Group Communication Flight. The name was changed on 15 August 1947 to No. 2 (Trg) Group Flight, RIAF. The present name of the Unit was given on 26 January 1950. In June 1964, the Unit moved back to Yelahanka from Bangalore and has remained there ever since. The Unit has been equipped with various aircraft from Havard, Devon, Dakota, Vampire, and Avro. The Unit undertakes VVIP/ VIP communication duties for service and civilian dignitaries. Additionally, the Unit has carried out the movement of personnel between various theatres of operations.