Ranks and insignia of the Luftwaffe (1935–1945)


The ranks of the Luftwaffe were similar to other branches of the Wehrmacht.

Rank insignia

''Luftwaffe'' war badges

''Luftwaffe'' flying clasps

Luftwaffe Flying Clasps were awarded in Bronze, Silver, and Gold with upgrade possible to include diamonds. Pennants suspended from the clasp indicated the number of missions carried out in a given type of aircraft. Flying Clasps were issued for missions completed in the following Luftwaffe aircraft:
Luftwaffe Flying Clasps