Ejercito del Aire Aviator Qualification Badge Crown Design
Key Information:
• Country: Spain
• Branch: Spanish Air Force Ejercito del Aire
• Type: Pilot qualification wings badge
• Period: Franco era or early post Franco production circa 1950s to 1970s
• Design: Crown above red enamel roundel with propeller motif
• Construction: Multi piece badge with rear vertical pin and stabilizing hooks
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Medal Design:
Classic Spanish Air Force pilot qualification badge featuring extended stylized wings. The center displays a red enamel roundel with a four blade propeller and is surmounted by a royal style crown. The reverse shows the original vertical pin assembly and stabilizing hooks typical for period Spanish aviation badges.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Condition:
Good vintage condition
• Enamel remains well preserved with minor age related wear
• Metal surfaces show natural patina and handling marks
• Pin and mounting hardware present and functional
For the condition, please refer to the pictures
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Pilot qualification badges of the Spanish Air Force represent important aviation insignia associated with military aviators of the Ejercito del Aire. Badges of this design were used during the mid twentieth century including the Franco period and are highly collectible among aviation and militaria collectors.
Summary:
Attractive Spain Spanish Air Force pilot wings badge with enamel center and crown design. A desirable aviation insignia and strong addition to any Spanish or air force collection.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures