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Original vintage 307th Tactical Fighter Squadron “Stingers” scarf from the U. The scarf features the squadron’s Stingers insignia along with a detailed F-4 Phantom II aircraft graphic marked USAF. The 307th Tactical Fighter Squadron served with the 31st Tactical Fighter Wing and operated the F-4 Phantom during its Homestead AFB period. The squadron also had combat service in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. The exact age of the scarf is not known, but the F-4 imagery is consistent with the squadron’s F-4 era so likely the 1970s. Shows normal age and wear from storage/use. Please examine all photographs carefully for condition, stitching, fading, and any imperfections.

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ORIGINAL WORLD WAR II UNITED STATES ARMY AIR FORCES SENIOR PILOT WINGS BADGE INSIGNIA, 3 INCH SIZE POST-BACK W/ FLAT STERLING CATCHES. During World War II, with the rise of the Army Air Forces, a second series of aviator badges were issued to include a design that has survived to the modern day. The Pilot Badge was issued in three degrees, including Pilot, Senior Pilot, and Command Pilot. A polished silver colored version of these badges is currently used as the United States Air Force Pilot Badges. From August 1941 to November 1942, the Enlisted Aviator program was restarted. Candidates had to be at least 18, possess a high school diploma, and have graduated at the top of their high school class. Graduates were rated as Flight Staff Sergeants or Flight Technical Sergeants and wore the same pilot’s wings as officers. They were usually assigned to pilots of transport and auxiliary aircraft to free officer pilots to pilot the more prestigious fighters and bombers. Auxiliary pilots received their own special wings to indicate their status and specialty. In November 1942 all enlisted pilots were promoted to Flight Officer rank and enlisted cadets were graded as Flight Officers or Second Lieutenants depending on merit. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do for you!

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1/6(12) Action Figure Accessory. 100% Brand New, Never Been Played.

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In like new condition very nice.

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WWll United States Air Force (USAF) Senior Pilot Wings badge.

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Vintage United States Air Force aviation memorabilia lot consisting of a pair of pilot wings and six original color photographs depicting a pilot and T-38 Talon training aircraft. The wing badge measures approximately 3 1/4 inches wide and displays the classic U. Pilot wing design with center shield. The badge appears to be sterling silver construction based on appearance and weight, although no sterling mark was found during inspection. Included are six original color photographs measuring approximately 3 1/2 inches square. Portrait of a pilot in flight gear holding flight helmet. Multiple air-to-air views of Northrop T-38 Talon aircraft. Airfield and runway views. Additional aviation-related training photographs. One pilot wing badge (3 1/4). Six original color photographs (approximately 3 1/2 square). This is an attractive aviation grouping that combines original pilot insignia with period personal photographs, making it appealing to military aviation collectors, Air Force historians, veteran memorabilia collectors, and display enthusiasts. A scarce opportunity to acquire an original pilot-related lot featuring both insignia and personal aviation photographs.

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Condition: 100% brand new. Metal: 925 Sterling Silver with stamped. Sizes: US 713 # is available. Weight: Approx 17 Grams base on finger size. Guaranteed: Nickel-free, Lead-free, No cheap Alloy, Solid back. Gift: Each Ring with a Gift Box.

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