WW2 British RAF Bomb Aimer B Half Wing Brevet Insignia

The WW2 British RAF Bomb Aimer B Half Wing Brevet Insignia was a qualification badge issued to Royal Air Force personnel who served as bomb aimers during the Second World War. Introduced in 1942, the brevet features a single embroidered wing to the right of the letter “B” on a dark blue wool backing. The “B” stands for “Bomb Aimer,” signifying the wearer’s specialized training and role within bomber aircraft crews. The insignia is bordered in white and includes a laurel wreath surrounding the letter, representing skill and distinction. Typically worn above the left breast pocket of the service dress tunic or battledress blouse, the half wing denoted the wearer as a key member of the bombing team responsible for targeting and release of ordnance. This insignia forms part of the wider RAF aircrew brevet system, which identified various aircrew roles through different letters and wing designs during World War II.