The world of aviation is full of hidden symbolism, and pilots' uniforms are no exception. Here's what those stripes are all about.

Pilot uniforms have stripes representing their experience and rank, with more bars signifying a higher rank. Pan Am introduced naval-style uniforms for its crew in the late 1930s, which ...

Pilot Levels: From Captain To Second Officer Learn all about commercial airline pilot rankings, what they specifically mean, the value of seniority, and how to climb to the top as an airline captain.