Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

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Astra, Ontario
Approval of a Badge
September 1, 1997
Vol. III, p. 393

Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre
Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre
 
Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

Blazon

Argent on a geographic grid of the Northern hemisphere issuant in base three eaglets one and two Azure in chief a Canadian astral coronet Or edged Azure;

Symbolism

The design is placed on a background depicting the responsibilities of aircrew to pilot and navigate aircraft. The three eaglets represent those aspiring to aircrew status. Above is a Canadian astral coronet symbolizing the crowning accomplishment awaiting those who are selected.

Motto

Blazon

SELECTIO;

Symbolism

Meaning "Selection".

 

Background

Canada Gazette Information

The announcement of the letters patent was made on March 4, 2006 in Volume 140, page 429 of the Canada Gazette.

Letters patent approving the Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

Additional Information

Creator(s)

Not available

Painter

Not available

Calligrapher

Not applicable

Recipient Type

Military Institution