Navy E-4/5/6 Aviation Boatswain's Mate Rating Badges SBBA~Double~6546_1SG-ES The Valor device is also

The Valor device is also authorized to be worn by the U

The medal is only worn if the recipient has achieved "expert" status with a qualified weapon

Student Naval Aviators are awarded "soft wings" immediately after the completion of their final training flight

colonel or equivalent rank

Reinforced knees

Navy E-4/5/6 Aviation Boatswain's Mate Rating Badges SBBA~Double~6546_1SG-ES The Valor device is alsoUnited States Navy E 4 5 6 Aviation Boatswain's Mate Rating Badge Criteria: Worn by Aviation Boatswain's Mate (AB) with ranks from Petty Officer 3rd Class (E 4) to Petty Officer 1st Class (E 6). Aviation Boatswain's Mates are typically responsible for all of the aircraft catapults, arresting gear and barricades aboard USN vessels. They also direct aircraft on the flight decks and within the hangar bays. Other tasks include operating fuel and oil