{"product_id":"australian-civil-air-ensign-flag","title":"Australian Civil Air Ensign Flag","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKnitted Polyester Australian Civil Air Ensign Flag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKnitted Polyester Australian Civil Air Ensign Flag\u003c\/strong\u003e represents Australian civil aviation and its associated authorities. Manufactured from lightweight 135gsm Trilobal knitted polyester, it offers strong colour reproduction and reliable flying performance for authorised aviation, ceremonial, commemorative and heritage displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The display and use of the Australian Civil Air Ensign are restricted under section 19 of the \u003cem\u003eCivil Aviation Act 1988\u003c\/em\u003e. Unless otherwise authorised by the Act, permission must be obtained from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) before the ensign is flown or displayed. This flag is not intended for unrestricted private or decorative use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCivil Aviation Safety Authority and Airservices Australia displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorised Australian civil aviation organisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQualifying Australian aircraft engaged in international air navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved airports, aerodromes and aviation facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorised aviation ceremonies and commemorations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved aviation museums and heritage displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor presentation and outdoor flagpole displays where permission has been granted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag History \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Civil Air Ensign was established in 1935 to represent Australian civil aviation. Its original design featured yellow stars, which were changed to white in 1947 to make the ensign easier to recognise from a distance. The revised design was formally notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 4 March 1948.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ensign has historically been associated with Australian civil aviation authorities, airports, aerodromes and Australian civil aircraft. Its current use is governed by section 19 of the \u003cem\u003eCivil Aviation Act 1988\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Civil Air Ensign may be flown or displayed by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Airservices Australia, on an Australian aircraft engaged in international air navigation, or with CASA’s permission and in accordance with any conditions attached to that permission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag Design \u0026amp; Meaning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Australian Civil Air Ensign features a light-blue field divided by a dark-blue cross with narrow white borders. The design reflects its historic connection with civil aviation and the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Union Jack appears in the upper hoist quarter, with the seven-pointed Commonwealth Star in the lower hoist quarter. The five stars of the Southern Cross appear across the remaining sections of the flag, with the smaller five-pointed star positioned on the horizontal arm of the cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e900mm x 450mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1370mm x 685mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1800mm x 900mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2300mm x 1150mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2750mm x 1380mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3200mm x 1600mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3600mm x 1800mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a different size? View our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/custom-flags\"\u003ecustom flag options\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFinish Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeader with Loops\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for attachment to traditional flagpoles using loops and clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed to slide onto presentation flagpoles up to 28mm in diameter. For alternative sleeve requirements, please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatible Display Accessories\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Vertical Sleeve finishes, compatible display accessories include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/timber-flag-pole\"\u003eTimber Flag Pole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-pole-base-1-pole\"\u003eFlag Pole Base – 1 Pole\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-pole-base-3-poles\"\u003eFlag Pole Base – 3 Poles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/products\/flag-holster\"\u003eFlag Holster\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/presentation-poles\"\u003eView More Display Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCustom Flag Options\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a custom aviation, organisation, commemorative or event flag that does not carry the restrictions of the Civil Air Ensign? Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/custom-flags\"\u003ecustom flag services\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExplore More Flags\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our complete range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/collections\/world-flags\"\u003eworld and national flags\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHelpful Guides\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/what-size-australian-flag-should-i-buy\"\u003eWhat Size Australian Flag Should I Buy?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/flag-care-etiquette-how-to-respect-and-maintain-your-australian-flag\"\u003eFlag Care \u0026amp; Etiquette Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/product-insights-and-guides\/do-you-need-permission-to-install-a-flagpole-at-home-in-australia\"\u003eFlagpole Installation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.evanevans.com.au\/blogs\/government-council\/australian-ensign-flags-explained-uses-history-and-differences\" title=\"Australian Ensign Flags Explained: Uses, History and Differences\"\u003eAustralian Ensign Flags Explained\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder your Knitted Polyester Australian Civil Air Ensign Flag\u003c\/strong\u003e for an authorised civil aviation, ceremonial, commemorative or heritage display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, please confirm that your organisation or intended display is authorised under the \u003cem\u003eCivil Aviation Act 1988\u003c\/em\u003e or that the required permission has been obtained from CASA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Australian Civil Air Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Australian Civil Air Ensign is an official flag representing Australian civil aviation. It features a light-blue field, a dark-blue cross edged in white, the Union Jack, the Commonwealth Star and the Southern Cross.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho can fly the Australian Civil Air Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnder section 19 of the \u003cem\u003eCivil Aviation Act 1988\u003c\/em\u003e, the ensign may be displayed by CASA, Airservices Australia, on an Australian aircraft engaged in international air navigation, or by another party with CASA’s permission and subject to any specified conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I fly the Civil Air Ensign at my home or business?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot without the appropriate authority. The Civil Air Ensign is not available for unrestricted private or decorative display. Unless your use is otherwise authorised under the Act, permission must be obtained from CASA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this flag suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its knitted polyester construction is lightweight and designed to fly easily during regular outdoor display. Outdoor use must still be authorised, and flag life will depend on weather conditions, installation and ongoing care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich finish should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeader with Loops is suitable for traditional outdoor flagpoles. Vertical Sleeve is designed primarily for indoor presentation poles up to 28mm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen was the Australian Civil Air Ensign introduced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ensign was established in 1935. Its stars were changed from yellow to white in 1947, with the revised design formally notified in the Commonwealth Gazette on 4 March 1948.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used for an aviation museum or historical display?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA museum, heritage organisation or other party not specifically authorised under the Act should obtain permission from CASA before displaying the Civil Air Ensign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order a custom-sized version?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, subject to confirming that the intended use is authorised. Contact us or view our custom flag options to discuss custom sizes, finishes and display requirements. 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