This variation of the Luftwaffe Balkenkreuz was used specifically on upper wing surfaces, designed to maintain recognition while blending with camouflage. It appeared on many German fighters, including the Bf 109 and Fw 190, during the height of the war. Its stark geometry made German aircraft instantly recognizable in the skies of Europe. The design represents one of the most technically precise air forces of WWII. Our shirt features this insignia in a distressed finish, reflecting the long service endured by Luftwaffe aircraft. A must-have for WWII aviation enthusiasts.