A gold color metal and enamel badge 1 3/16 inches in height and 1 1/2 inches
in width, consisting of a gold sinister wing displayed on and over a gold torch
with red and gray flames.

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The wing suggests flight and airborne capabilities; the torch symbolizes leadership
and guidance implying pathfinder combat skills.

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The Commandant of the U.S. Army Infantry School may award the Pathfinder Badge to any person who successfully completed the Pathfinder Course conducted by that School.

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The badge (in felt) was originally approved on 22 May 1964  and was replaced as a
metal and enamel item on 11 October 1968.