Helicopter Pilot Lapel Badge UH-12 Hiller

The Helicopter Pilot Lapel Badge UH-12 Hiller is a distinctive insignia associated with pilots trained or qualified to operate the Hiller UH-12 helicopter. The UH-12, also known as the Hiller Raven, was introduced in the late 1940s and became notable for its use by military and civilian operators worldwide. The lapel badge is typically made of durable metal, often featuring an enameled or embossed depiction of rotor blades or the helicopter’s profile, along with identifying text or symbols. It is intended to be worn on the lapel as a mark of professional qualification or affiliation. Such badges were issued to recognize helicopter pilot training, operational service, or achievement with the Hiller UH-12. Items of this type are of interest to military collectors, aviation historians, and individuals researching mid-20th-century rotary-wing aircraft and pilot insignia. The badge reflects the broader adoption of helicopters in military roles during the postwar period.