Aldis Signal/Spot Light Kit and Lenses Ref No 5A/823 RCAF 1940-43 KC-97 5 x 7 inches

5 x 7 inches

It indicated outside air temperature from -45deg to +45deg C

This Shellback certificate is unique because it was from the US Navy's first aircraft carrier

The compass frame is shock-mounted to absorbed bumpy flight conditions

made by the British aircraft instrument manufacturer Smiths

Aldis Signal/Spot Light Kit and Lenses Ref No 5A/823 RCAF 1940-43 KC-97 5 x 7 inchesHere is an original WWII era Aldis Signal Light Kit as used by the Royal Canadian Air Force. The light was used either as a spotlight (by squeezing and holding the large trigger) or as a signal light (by squeezing the small trigger, which altered the angle of the projected light) to transmit Morse code. Atop the light housing is a tubular sight to ensure that the light is aimed at the intended recipient to ensure accurate interpretation of any Morse