United States Army Air Force - Service Pilot Wing

Here is a wing for a USAAF Service Pilot. WWII issue with age and service wear (will polish up if that's what you want) Pin back with Safety Catch. Raised 'S' in a one piece strike.Full size at 3'During WWII, USAAF 'Service Pilots' were a category of limited-duty pilots with military status selected for their civilian flying experience. They typically performed non-combat roles like ferrying aircraft, flying on specific missions, and flying planes with combat damage, allowing them to free up more traditionally trained pilots for combat. Service pilots were sometimes commissioned, while others became flight officers or non-commissioned officers, and they often received a specialized 'S' pilot badge