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The United States Army Air Forces air crew member badge was authorized on September 4, 1942 and was issued for members not covered by other badges such as aerial gunner or bombardier.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type AWARDS-Insignia Physical Description United States Army Air Force (USAAF) air crew member's badge; one piece stamped wings with the Coat of Arms of United States depicted in center of badge; pin back; regulation size for wear on uniform coat or tunic. Dimensions 3-D: 2.2 × 7.6 × 1.3cm (7/8 × 3 × 1/2 in.)
 Materials Silver Alloy
Copper Alloy
 Inventory Number A19711132000 Credit Line Transferred from the United States Air Force, Personnel Center Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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