This is an original WWII US Army Air Force Cadet pilot cap insignia, worn by aspiring pilots during World War II. Measuring 7.62 cm x 5.08 cm (3" x 2"), this emblem features the classic design of a propellor within a winged shield, symbolizing the cadet's training and dedication to joining the ranks of Army Air Force aviators. Crafted from stamped brass or alloy with a silver or gilt finish, it was designed to be affixed to the visor cap or service cap of cadets in flight training programs.
 
Issued during the intense expansion of US air power from 1939-1945, this insignia represents the thousands of young men who trained to become pilots in programs across the United States. The design is both functional and symbolic, reflecting the era's military aesthetic and the prestige associated with earning one's wings.
 
The condition is that of an original period piece, showing age-appropriate patina and minor wear consistent with its era, but no significant damage or corrosion. The details remain crisp and clearly visible.
 
Ideal for collectors of WWII aviation memorabilia, military insignia, or homefront history, this cadet pilot insignia represents a tangible piece of the massive training effort that supported Allied air superiority.
 
Key Details:
 
Era: WWII (1939-1945)
 
Branch: US Army Air Force
 
Use: Cadet pilot cap insignia
 
Size: 7.62 cm x 5.08 cm (3" x 2")
 
Design: Propellor within winged shield
 
Material: Stamped brass/alloy with finish
 
Condition: Original period piece with appropriate patina
 
Historical Significance: Represents WWII aviation training program
 
A authentic piece of WWII history that honors the cadets who trained to become the next generation of military aviators during the world's greatest conflict.