What Do The Stripes On A Pilot’s Uniform Represent?

Have you ever looked at a pilot’s uniform and wondered what the stripes on the sleeves mean? Also found on the epaulets of pilots’ shirts, the bars signify a pilot’s experience and rank. This article examines what the stripes represent and how you can spot a trainee pilot from a seasoned veteran. Before we do that, however, we need to take a deeper look at the history of uniforms worn by different pilots.