Air Force RPA Pilot insignia is an original badge manufactured in the U.S.A. in accordance with applicable U.S. Government specifications.

Thanks to their combination of stealth and firepower—and the fact that they don’t expose their crewmembers to the threats of anti-aircraft fire or the possibility of being captured—remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) have become the go-to technology for the United States Air Force in the Global War on Terror.

To receive the United States Air Force RPA Pilot Badge, a soldier must be a graduate of of USAF RPA pilot training program or training provided by another military service, provided the training is equivalent to USAF training. The soldier must also be physically qualified in accordance with applicable regulations.

U.S. Air Force badges are uniform items approved by the U.S. Air Force that signify aviation ratings, special skills, professional qualifications, and serve as identifiers for personnel performing specific tasks.

The United States Air Force currently issues several aviation badges, including pilot, combat systems officer, air battle manager, flight surgeon and flight nurse.

Basic requirement for Command RPA Pilot badge is 15 years as rated RPA pilot, Permanent award of senior RPA pilot rating, 3000 total hours, or 2300 hours primary and instructor flight, or 144 months Operational Flying Duty (OFDA).