Joint Terminal Attack Controller

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Ottawa, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
March 15, 2024
Vol. VIII, p. 269

Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack Controller
Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack Controller
 
Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack Controller

Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack Controller

Blazon

A torteau charged with a reticle Argent, ensigned by the Royal Crown proper, and surmounting two wings inverted, in base a scroll Argent inscribed JTAC • CIFA in letters Sable;

Symbolism

The reticle symbolizes the ability to direct explosive ordnance accurately from aircraft. In addition to representing the Royal Canadian Air Force, the wings allude to a falcon, the bird with the fastest flight speed. Their shape in flight evokes a broad arrowhead, a reference to weaponry. The Royal Crown represents service to the Sovereign and Canada.

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

Since 2023, grants, registrations and approvals of heraldic emblems are no longer announced in the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack ControllerLetters patent approving the Badge of the Joint Terminal Attack Controller

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Original concept of Darrel Kennedy, Assiniboine Herald, assisted by the heralds of the Canadian Heraldic Authority.

Painter

Robert Grey

Calligrapher

Kathy Feig

Recipient Type

Military Institution