Navigator's Brevet : Royal Australian Air Force Accession Number: REL31561

Description

Navigator's wing (brevet) of the pattern worn by RAAF aircrew during the period 1948 - 1953. The brevet is machine embroidered in white and light blue cotton on a navy blue felt backing. It features the letter 'N' within a light blue wreath surmounted by the King's crown. An outstretched white wing extends from the wreath's left hand side.

Contextual Description

This pattern of brevet, introduced in 1948, marked the first time that Australian non-pilot wings had featured the crown of the monarch (then King George VI). The five types of aircrew brevet approved for wear at this time were: Pilot ('RAAF'), Navigator ('N'), Flight Engineer ('E'), Gunner ('G') and Signaller ('S').

Details

Accession Number
REL31561
Maker
Unknown
Classification
Heraldry
Object Type
Badge
Physical Description
Material: Felt
Material: Embroidery cotton thread
Measurement
Overall: 48 mm Height x 89 mm Width x 2 mm Depth
Date Made
c 1948-1953
Place Made
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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