: Following WWII and the Allied Control Commission's oversight, the air force replaced the aircraft roundel with a blue-and-white circle.
The primary motivation cited by military officials, including Colonel Tomi Böhm, is to "live with the times" and prevent misunderstandings.
: Despite its removal from planes, the symbol remained deeply embedded in unit flags, decorations, medals, and the official emblem of the Air Force Command. The Recent Shift (2017–2025)
: Finland's 2023 entry into NATO increased pressure to integrate with allies (like Germany and France) where the swastika is legally restricted or carries heavy negative connotations.
: In August 2025, the Finnish Air Force announced a plan to finally remove the swastika from its unit flags used in ceremonial events and parades. Reasons for Change
