An oxidized silver badge 3/4 inch (1.91 cm) in height and 2 1/2 inches (6.35 cm) in width, consisting of the shield of the Coat of Arms of the United States on and over a pair of displayed wings. A star is added above the shield to indicate qualification as a Senior Army Aviator. The star is surrounded with a laurel wreath to indicate qualification as a Master Army Aviator.
The wings suggest flight and reflect the skills associated with aerial flight. The shield of the Coat of Arms of the United States signifies loyalty and devotion to duty.
See Army Regulation 600-8-22, Military Awards.
The Aviator and Senior Aviator Badges were approved on 27 July 1950 and the Master Aviator Badge was approved on 12 February 1957.
Subdued badges are authorized in flat black metal finishes.
Dress miniature badges are authorized in the following sizes: Aviator 21/64 inch (.83 cm) in height and 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width; Senior Aviator 13/32 inch (1.03 cm) in height and 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width; Master Aviator 15/32 inch (1.19 cm) in height and 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width. Miniature badges are 19/32 inch (1.51 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width; 11/16 inch (1.75 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width; and 23/32 inch (1.83 cm) in height and 2 inches (5.08 cm) in width, respectively.