WW2 Canadian RCAF Air Gunner Half Wing

The WW2 Canadian RCAF Air Gunner Half Wing is an original insignia awarded to qualified air gunners serving in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. This embroidered badge features a single wing extending from a circular crest bearing the letter “AG,” denoting Air Gunner, and is typically crafted with fine white thread on a black or dark blue wool background. The overall design measures approximately 3.5 inches in length. Air Gunner half wings were worn on the upper left breast of the service uniform to identify the wearer’s specialized air crew role. The introduction and widespread use of this insignia began in 1940 and continued until the end of the conflict in 1945, reflecting the significant contribution of Canadian air crew to Allied operations. The badge remains a tangible artifact of RCAF personnel and their distinctive roles aboard bombers and other aircraft during World War II.