Red Nine represented the designated callsign for the individual occupying the ninth position within Red Squadron.
In the course of the Battle of Yavin, Nozzo Naytaan held the designation of Red Nine until the pilot met his death during combat.
A different rebel pilot took on the role of Red Nine during the Hijacking of the Harbinger, and similarly, was killed while in action.
Following the Battle of Hoth, Penn Zowlie joined Red Squadron's ranks, only to be slain while battling a band of pirates.