Rare Flight Officer Sterling Pin: LAKE CENTRAL AIRLINES; Merged w/ Allegheny Air
1-3/4" wide
Lake Central Airlines, a local service carrier that operated from the late 40's til it merged with Allegheny Airlines in 1968.
The badge is often made of sterling silver and features enamel details.
Function: The top section designed for an engraved name plate and a lower section with the airline's "flight officer" or flight attendant wings insignia. The pin features the Lake Central Airlines logo in the center, which includes a stylized 'L' shape and a red starburst.
The item is considered a rare aviation collectible.