Vintage Grand Aire Express Captain Pilot Wings 3" Badge CWS For Sale

This stunning 3 inch vintage Grand Aire Express captain pilot wing badge boasts a high-shine gold-plated finish featuring swept-back feathered wings and an authoritative star and wreath command crest, centered by a polished gold oval roundel stamped with the airline's globe logo and text, and a dual-clutchback reverse cleanly struck with the authentic CWS 1996 hallmark. Originally established in 1985 and expanding through the 1990s from its primary operational base and hub at Toledo Express Airport in Ohio, Grand Aire Express specialized in critical on-demand air cargo charters, medical transport, and expedited logistics across North America, serving as a vital supply chain link for the automotive industry and medical communities across the Midwest and Great Lakes regions. The command captains who proudly wore this elite insignia navigated demanding, time-critical night routes under complex weather conditions, masterfully flying a diverse and rugged charter fleet that featured Falcon 20 jets, Learjet 24s and 25s, and Fairchild Swearingen Metroliners, making this pristine, fully hallmarked piece an exceptional and highly sought-after artifact for collectors of modern American cargo and regional aviation history.

The wings are in very good condition, but do have some surface scratches. Please see photos for condition.

These wings came from NASA associate Director Daniel Nebrig’s estate and will Include a copy of the provenance card that the family and estate company made for these historic pieces. He owned the largest military medal, military pilot wings, military patches, and commercial pilot wings collection I have ever seen. Please see my other items for rare Pieces from this collection! https://.io/m/OOSU6m

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