Aircrew Basic Wings (Type I)
SKU: 03.USA.0116.103.01
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History
The Army Air Force Air Crew Badge was established by the United States Army Air Force on September 4, 1942. The Wings are awarded to radio operators, crew chiefs, aerial gunners, and other flight crew members upon the completion of training in flight operations or 150 combat flight hours on board military aircraft. Service hours cut short due to injury or disability incurred while serving on active duty is still eligible for the Badge. Ground personnel, non-crew members with flying status, and Officers may also be eligible to wear the Wings.
The Army Air Force Air Crew Badge is awarded in 3 grades according to the number of flight hours and years of service. The Basic Wings are awarded as the 3rd grade.
There are multiple versions of the Basic Wings. There may also be additional versions not featured here.
The Army Air Force Air Crew Badge is similar in design to the Air Force Aircrew Badge.
Versions
$50-200 USD
Sterling Silver
76-80x16-22mm
A.E. Co., Utica; Amico; NS Meyers Inc., New York City
The reverse is stamped "STERLING."
$160 USD
Silver/Silver Wire/Cotton/Emroidered
103x48mm
$120-155 USD
Silvered Bronze
76-83x20mm
This version was manufactured in the Pacific Theater of War.
$55-65 USD
Sterling Silver
50-51x12-15mm
Balfour, Austin; Amico
The reverse is stamped "STERLING."
Miniatures
N/A
36x10mm
Sterling Sil
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