Ranks and insignia of Royal Danish Air Force

The Royal Danish Air Force ranks follow the NATO system of ranks and insignia, as does the rest of the Danish Defence.

The ranks used are based on the Royal Air Force, with some minor changes.

[1] The highest officer's rank is OF-9 (General) which is reserved for the Chief of Defence (only when this seat is occupied by an Air Force officer).

Similarly, OF-8 (Lieutenant general) is reserved for the Vice Chief of Defence.

The rank insignia of non-commissioned officers and enlisted personnel.