WW2 Canadian Fleet Air Arm Pilots Wing

The WW2 Canadian Fleet Air Arm Pilots Wing is an insignia awarded to pilots serving with the Royal Canadian Naval Air Service during the Second World War. This wing, patterned closely after the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm badge, typically features a central fouled anchor surmounted by a crown, flanked by a pair of outstretched wings. The embroidery is executed in gold and silver wire on a dark cloth backing, with some variations depending on manufacturer and period. The wing was worn on the left breast of the uniform to designate qualified pilots operating from Royal Canadian Navy carriers or on assignment with the British Fleet Air Arm. As part of Canada’s contribution to Allied naval aviation, this insignia represents the distinct identity of Canadian naval aviators during WWII. Examples often display period wear consistent with service use, providing insight into the personal equipment of wartime Canadian personnel.