WW2 British FAA Fleet Air Arm Metal Pilots Wing Maker N.S. Meyer

The WW2 British FAA Fleet Air Arm Metal Pilots Wing by N.S. Meyer is an insignia awarded to qualified pilots serving in the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm during the Second World War. This example was produced by the American manufacturer N.S. Meyer, who was among the suppliers for Allied insignia during the war. The badge is crafted from metal and features the design of outstretched wings flanking a central crown and fouled anchor emblem, symbolizing naval aviation. Such insignia were worn above the left breast pocket on service dress uniforms and served as a mark of pilot qualification within the Fleet Air Arm. The presence of the N.S. Meyer maker’s mark on the reverse identifies its specific origin. Fleet Air Arm pilot wings are notable for their distinct design elements, setting them apart from RAF wings and reflecting the Royal Navy’s unique air service heritage during wartime operations.