South African Military Ranks
The South African National Defence Force's rank system is largely based on the British system, with the Air Force (and later the Medical Health Service) sharing the Army rank titles. Rank titles changed over time as did the insignia.
In 2008 the South African Air Force redesigned its insignia completely, while keeping the Army titles.
Read more about South African Military Ranks: 1961–1994 Rank Structure, Army, Air Force, Navy, Military Health Service, Warrant Officer of The SANDF
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