{"product_id":"royal-australian-air-force-ensign-flag","title":"Royal Australian Air Force Ensign Flag","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKnitted Polyester Royal Australian Air Force Ensign Flag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKnitted Polyester Royal Australian Air Force Ensign Flag\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the Royal Australian Air Force and its service to Australia. Manufactured from lightweight 135gsm Trilobal knitted polyester, it offers strong colour reproduction and reliable flying performance for approved Air Force, military, ceremonial, commemorative and heritage displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permission is required to fly or use the Royal Australian Air Force Ensign. Approval should be obtained from the relevant Defence service brand manager or Royal Australian Air Force authority before display or use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBest For\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved Royal Australian Air Force displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRAAF establishments and authorised organisations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMilitary ceremonies and commemorative occasions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproved veteran funerals and memorial services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRSLs, aviation museums and military heritage displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor presentation and outdoor flagpole displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag History \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Australian Air Force Ensign was approved by King George VI in 1948 and formally adopted in Australia in 1949. It replaced the British Royal Air Force Ensign previously used by the RAAF and introduced the Commonwealth Star and Southern Cross to create a distinctly Australian design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA leaping red kangaroo was added to the roundel in 1982, creating the current version of the ensign. The flag is used to represent the Royal Australian Air Force at authorised establishments, ceremonies, commemorations and other approved displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlag Design \u0026amp; Meaning\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Royal Australian Air Force Ensign features a light Air Force blue field symbolising the sky. The Union Jack appears in the upper hoist canton, with the seven-pointed Commonwealth Star positioned beneath it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Southern Cross appears in the fly, while the lower fly contains the distinctive RAAF roundel featuring a red kangaroo within a white centre and dark-blue outer ring. The kangaroo distinguishes the Australian roundel from its British Royal Air Force counterpart.\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 military, aviation, commemorative, organisation or event flag? 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 Royal Australian Air Force Ensign Flag\u003c\/strong\u003e for an approved Air Force, military, ceremonial, commemorative or heritage display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering, please confirm that the required permission has been obtained from the relevant Defence or Royal Australian Air Force authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Royal Australian Air Force Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Royal Australian Air Force Ensign is an official flag representing the RAAF. It features a light-blue field, the Union Jack, Commonwealth Star, Southern Cross and the distinctive RAAF kangaroo roundel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho can fly the Royal Australian Air Force Ensign?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ensign is intended for use by the Royal Australian Air Force and other specifically authorised organisations or displays. Permission should be obtained from the relevant Defence service brand manager or RAAF authority before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I fly the RAAF Ensign at my home or business?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe RAAF Ensign is not intended for unrestricted private or decorative use. Appropriate permission should be obtained before displaying it at a private residence, business, organisation or event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the red kangaroo represent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe red kangaroo is a distinctive Australian symbol used in the RAAF roundel. It replaced the central red circle inherited from the British Royal Air Force design and was added to the ensign in 1982.\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\u003eCan the RAAF Ensign be used at a funeral or memorial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts use may be appropriate for an approved funeral, memorial or commemorative service associated with Royal Australian Air Force service. Permission and guidance should be obtained from the relevant RAAF or Defence authority.\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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