WW2 British Parachute Jump Instructor (PJI) Qualification Badge - British Military Insignia

WW2 British Parachute Jump Instructor (PJI) Qualification Badge

Machine-embroidered with light blue thread on a circular black wool backing

This specific patch was awarded to personnel who successfully completed the Parachute Jump Instructor or Assistant Parachute Jumping Instructor (A.P.J.I.) course at an official RAF Parachute Training School. PJIs were responsible for training airborne troops in exit techniques and parachute handling. In mid-1945, they were granted honorary aircrew status because many had flown active missions as air dispatchers

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