ROYAL AIR FORCE PRELIMINARY PILOT WINGS - RAF JSFAW

[engr9266]

Just received this set of wings which are noted as -
ROYAL AIR FORCE PRELIMINARY PILOT WINGS - RAF JSFAW
They have a NSN of 8455 99 127 1422
Can you tell me who would wear them, what they are for etc???
Thank you,

Jerry

[dragon166]

Now only worn by by qualified members of the University Air Squadrons At one time they were also worn by the R Aux AF.

[RAY WALKLING]

Badges initially authorised 1949 for pilot, navigator, signaller, engineer and gunner for award to flying personnel of the RAF Volunteer Reserve who had completed the prescribed tests and examinations. Also members of the WRAF Volunteer Reserve were eligible. Pilot badge reference was originally 22H/945, later relisted as 22H/1271422

[Mike_2817]

Originally Posted by dragon166

Now only worn by by qualified members of the University Air Squadrons At one time they were also worn by the R Aux AF.

Known as 'budgie wings' within the UAS and are awarded for completing a flying course.

https://www.raf.mod.uk/our-organisat...air-squadrons/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_Air_Squadron

[engr9266]

Thanks for reply's. Where on the uniform would it be worn??
The same place as a pilot's wing??

Jerry

[FAA1234]

Hello Jerry,

I believe that these wings are worn suitably qualified University Air Squadron Students following going solo.

[dragon166]

Here are some pics showing the badge being worn.
Dave

[engr9266]

Originally Posted by dragon166

Here are some pics showing the badge being worn.
Dave

Thanks Dave.