Phillips & Powis School of Flying membership badge Phillips & Powis School of Flying membership badge

Phillips & Powis School of Flying membership badge


A scarce original circa 1930's 'Phillips & Powis School of Flying lapel badge', small silver plated example in the shape of a shield, depicting a monoplane in relief on light blue enamel background. Good condition, retaining original lapel fitting, enamel intact with barely noticeable hairline crack, minor wear to silver plating.
Height 19mm.

FLIGHT (Magazine) May 2, 1930 ) states "EASTER MONDAY was the first anniversary of Phillips & Powis School of Flying. 300 pupils have taken instruction and 16 " A " licences obtained."

Phillips & Powis Aircraft Manufacturers, Woodley Airfield, Reading, Berkshire.In 1943 became 'Miles Aircraft Ltd'.

Code: 55322

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