Continental Airlines 1st Officer pilot wing gilt badge c1983

A scarce original circa 1980''s 'Continental Airlines 1st Officer Pilot Wing badge'; large heavy beautifully contoured gilt wings bearing the companies logo to the centre, the reverse retaining double clutch fittings and pins. Excellent condition, minimal wear.
Width 83mm.
United States of America airline 'Continental Airlines' was founded in 1934. Merged with United Airlines in 2012. This pattern of 1st Officer Pilot's wings was designed by Captain Glenn Shellhouse of Continental Airlines in 1983 following the merge with Texas International Airlines and was made by Haltom Industry. Thank you to Captain Glenn Shellhouse for this additional information.

Code: 55417