Australian Army Pilot

The wings of the Australian Army have for the most part followed the forms of the British Army wings. The most notable difference was the introduction of the silver metal or sterling silver wings, which in this form are unique to Australia.




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#1* The King's crown army pilot wing

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    August 27th 2004
    Windrum Collection
    sewn




    Although this wing was worn by an Australian Army pilot, it is possible it was awarded in UK. The wing was awarded in 1951.



#2 The Queen's crown army pilot wing

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    August 27th 2004
    Anon
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    This is a representative example of a standard 1960's Australian made issue wing



#3 Army pilot wing in sterling silver

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    August 27th 2004
    Windrum Collection
    Luke Melbourne
    82mm


    Typical metal wing, made in Sterling Silver



#4 Army Air Observation Post pilot. 1948

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    August 27th 2004
    Anon
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    commonly 88mm, but varies to 98 mm


    This wing, identical to the British Army issue, was worn by pilots specifically in the light liason and artillery spotting roles. It came into use in 1948 but was largely obsolete by the late 1950's, replaced by the Queen's crown army pilot badge.