Hat / Lapel Pin- WWII PBY-6 Catalina Amphibious Aircraft, U.S. Navy / Air Force

Hat / Lapel Pin- WWII PBY-6 Catalina Amphibious Aircraft, U.S. Navy / Air Force Acquired from a Military Surplus Store that went out of business 1-1/2"W x 5/8"H The PBY-6 Catalina is a variant of the Consolidated PBY Catalina, a famous flying boat and amphibious aircraft designed by Consolidated Aircraft in the 1930s and 1940s. Details of the PBY-6 Catalina: Type: Maritime patrol bomber, search and rescue seaplane Primary Users: United States Navy, United States Army Air Forces, Royal Air Force, Royal Canadian Air Force First Flight: Mar 21, 1935 Introduction Date: October 1936 United States Navy Retired: January 1957 (United States Navy Reserve), 1962 (Royal Canadian Air Force), 1982 (Brazilian Air Force) The PBY Catalina was widely used during World War II for various roles, including anti-submarine warfare, reconnaissance, search and rescue, and transport. It was known for its long operational range and ability to land on water, making it versatile for different missions