Officially Hallmarked and approved by the U.S. Institute of Heraldry. Official Issue. USAF Regulation AFI 36-2903. Approved For Wear. Approved Mirror Finish. Made, inspected, and shipped by Veterans in the USA. Standard 2 prong and clutch back. The Air Force Pilot Badge is an official issue that comes in an approved mirror finish and measures 3 inches in size. The back of this Air Force badge has a standard two-prong and clutch backing to sit properly on the chest of your uniform. The Air Force Pilot Badge is uniform-ready for all USAF uniforms like the Officer Mess Dress uniform. If not on active duty this badge would look nice on any formal attire or would make a great addition to your shadow box. The individual wanting this status must be a commissioned officer, must be a graduate of USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) or a graduate of pilot or helicopter training conducted by another military service; provided that the training is equivalent to USAF training; the individual must also be physically qualified in accordance with current regulations. The Air Force Pilot Badge is made, inspected, and shipped by Veterans in the United States of America.