shoulder Boards Pilot Officer Uniform Epaulette Badge

A Pilot Officer Shoulder Board / Epaulette Badge is a uniform insignia that
denotes the rank of Pilot Officer, which is typically the most junior
commissioned officer rank in air forces following the British RAF rank
structure (such as the Royal Air Force, Pakistan Air Force, and several
Commonwealth air arms).

Features:

Design: Usually a dark/navy cloth or board base.

Rank Insignia: A single thin strip of gold braid (often referred to as a
“bar” or “lace”) placed near the end of the board.

Shape: Rectangular board with a tapered end, sometimes with a button or
fastening at the top.

Placement: Worn on the shoulders of service dress uniforms, tunics, or
ceremonial attire.

Purpose: Clearly displays rank to indicate authority, seniority, and role
within the air force hierarchy.

Would you like me to also show you a visual comparison of Pilot Officer
shoulder boards against higher ranks (Flying Officer, Flight Lieutenant,
etc.), so you can easily see the progression?