Sterling Wwii Army Air Forces Service Pilot Wings Meyer Shield 3-1/16 Size #147

  

ORIGINAL WORLD WAR II UNITED STATES ARMY AIR FORCES SERVICE PILOT WINGS, 3-1/16 INCH SIZE, PIN-BACK. "STERLING" + "MEYER" SHIELD N. The individual awarded these ratings were selected on the basis of civil flying experience and pilot certificates gained prior to their induction into the U. Further training tended to be focused within a narrowly-defined set of missions for which their previously-acquired skills and experience were considered directly applicable.

In addition, less-restrictive medical standards and broader age limits applied at initial entry. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do for you!