Army Air Corps (AAC) cap badge in anodised aluminium (staybrite), representing the pattern worn from 1957 through to 2022 by personnel of the British Army’s aviation arm. This badge displays the Corps’ distinctive device in clear relief, incorporating an eagle in flight above a pair of outstretched wings, surmounted by the Queen’s crown, all executed in a bright anodised finish characteristic of modern British Army insignia.
The eagle symbolises air power, reconnaissance, and operational mobility, reflecting the role of the Army Air Corps in providing battlefield aviation support, including reconnaissance, attack helicopter operations, and liaison duties. The crown denotes royal authority, with the Queen’s Crown indicating use during the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. The introduction of anodised aluminium badges marked the transition toward lightweight, corrosion-resistant insignia suited to contemporary service dress.
Manufactured in anodised aluminium, this example provides a well-defined representation of twentieth and early twenty-first century British Army aviation insignia. Army Air Corps cap badges are collected as examples of British military aviation memorabilia, corps insignia, and modern uniform fittings.
Dimensions
Approx. 48mm x 41mm
Condition
Very good overall condition with a bright anodised finish and crisp detailing. Minor signs of age-related wear may be present. Reverse fittings are intact and secure. No significant damage or repairs are evident.
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