Canadian Forces RCAF Flight Instructor School Vikings Crest Patch Vintage

This Canadian Forces RCAF Flight Instructor School Vikings Crest Patch is a vintage cloth insignia representing the Royal Canadian Air Force’s Flight Instructor School. The patch features the school’s emblem, which includes the Vikings motif, symbolizing strength and expertise in pilot training. Traditionally worn on uniforms by personnel associated with the instructor school, this crest highlights the role of the RCAF in training and certifying flight instructors within the Canadian military aviation community. The patch is embroidered, typically showcasing detailed craftsmanship and design elements characteristic of RCAF insignia from its period. Measuring approximately standard shoulder patch size, it was intended for visible placement on a uniform jacket or flight suit. This item holds historical significance for collectors interested in Canadian military aviation, training programs, or RCAF history. Its vintage nature indicates it was produced during or following the operational years of the Flight Instructor School, reflecting an important aspect of Canada’s air force heritage.