Originally Posted by
NutLoose
Not just Aircrew
I'm aware groundcrew (and other branches) also wear them, but I only collect aircrew patches - it can be an expensive and time consuming hobby so I keep it as narrow as possible to the things that interest me.
I know loads of collectors with thousands of patches from various units and aircraft types, from air and groundcrew and they have invested tens of thousands in to it - even current and former aircrew and engineers - it's just not for me when flying is what interests me the most, so it keeps the cost down.