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Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

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

Badge of the Canadian Forces Aircrew Selection Centre

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Blazon

Badge

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;

Motto

SELECTIO;


Symbolism

Badge

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

Meaning "Selection".