477th Civil Engineer Squadron

Emblem

Description

On a disc barry Azure and Gules, an eagle Proper landing, right talon grasping a hammer Argent and Sable, left talon grasping a lightning flash divided Or and of the second, in base a mountain range of the third, all within a narrow border Yellow. 

Attached below the disk, a Blue scroll edged with a narrow Yellow border and inscribed "477TH CIVIL ENGINEER SQ” in Yellow letters.

Symbolism

Ultramarine blue and Air Force yellow are the Air Force colors.  Blue alludes to the sky, the primary theater of Air Force operations.  Yellow refers to the sun and the excellence required of Air Force personnel.  The Bald Eagle is a raptor and the symbol of our country.  The hammer is the most common and recognizable of construction tools and represents the many construction trades present in the Squadron.  The arctic mountains represent the strength and determination of the unit to accomplish its mission.  The aurora symbolizes boldness and courage as empowered by the rich heritage of the Tuskegee Airmen.