Recognition Light Control, IFF, WW2 P-47 Thunderbolt Nick Fighter For a great motherland

For a great motherland

"Bureau of Aeronatics" of the US Navy is engraved on its face and on back

The cover has come loose from its cover

The pointer labeled "P" indicates RPMs of the Rotor

Recognition Light Control, IFF, WW2 P-47 Thunderbolt Nick Fighter For a great motherlandThis Recognition Light Control Assembly appeared in nearly all of US Army Air Force aircraft of WWII by the end of the war, including the P 47N Thunderbolt Fighter (see photo of the right side panel of the cockpit indicating the location of the switch box). Used for IFF (Identification, Friend or Foe). The toggles flip perfectly. The keying switch depresses as it should. In very nice condition for its age. Measures ~3 inches by ~3. 5 inches x ~2