Canadian RCAF Flight Lieutenant Tropical Worsted Slip-On Rank Insignia Pair

The Canadian RCAF Flight Lieutenant Tropical Worsted Slip-On Rank Insignia Pair is a set of rank insignia used by the Royal Canadian Air Force. Designed for tropical climates, these slip-ons are constructed from worsted wool—a durable, lightweight fabric suitable for warmer environments. Each slip-on displays the rank of Flight Lieutenant, represented by two narrow blue stripes enclosed by a wider blue band on a grey or khaki background, indicating an officer equivalent to a Captain in the Army. The slip-ons are intended to be worn on the shoulder straps of tropical service dress uniforms, providing clear identification of rank. This specific design was used during periods when the RCAF operated in hot or humid conditions, such as postings in the Mediterranean or South Asia during the Second World War. The pair offered is consistent with RCAF standards for the era, and reflects the practical adaptations made in uniform insignia for different operational theaters.