The RAF photo appears to be post 1941,the first individual wears the C type flying helmet introduced in 41,the second individual appears to be a B Type and your man looks like he is wearing a Luftwaffe flight helmet ??? could be wrong ....also an "interpretation" of the Luftwaffe pilots badge.
It is probable in my opinion that the badge was presented to him by the Luftwaffe pre-war whilst on official duties with the RAF in 1930s,Germany,he in all probability had a bullion pilots badge made for his battledress tunic in early 1940. Stranger things have happened and it was not an uncommon practice for pilots to wear other countries "aviation " insignia...
an interesting photo...
Last edited by arrestingu; 01-12-21 at 11:06 PM.
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