United Kingdom
Naval flags
Royal Fleet Auxiliary Ensign [1:2]
The RFA is made up of the supply and support vessels that provide logistical support to the Royal Navy.
Royal Fleet Auxiliary Jack [1:1]
Government vessels that wear Blue Ensigns have square versions of their enisgn as their jack.
Lord High Admiral [1:2]
Admiralty Board [5:8]
Navy Board [5:8]
Admiral of the Fleet (5 Star) [1:2]
Also the First Sea Lord
Admiral (4 Star) [2:3]
Vice Admiral (3 Star) [2:3]
Rear Admiral (2 Star) [2:3]
Commodore RN (1 Star) [1:2]
Commodore RNR (1 Star) [1:2]
Commodore RFA (1 Star) [1:2]
Squadron Command Pennant [1:2]
Senior Officer Afloat
Masthead Pennant
Queen’s Harbour Master [1:2]
Fishery Protection Pennant
Commodore of a Convoy
Special Boat Service [3:5]
Royal Naval Supply and Transport Service [2:3]
Royal Maritime Auxiliary Ensign [1:2]
Royal Maritime Auxiliary Jack [1:1]
Government Service Ensign [1:2]
Government Service Jack [1:1]
Red Disc - Alert and Salute Only (officer entitled to a flag)
This is a metal plate placed at the bow of a craft.
Blue Disc - Alert and Salute Only (officer not entitled to a flag)
This is a metal plate placed at the bow of a craft.
White Disc - Courtesy Salute Only
This is a metal plate placed at the bow of a craft.
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh’s Plate
Equivalent to a White Disc.
HRH The Prince of Wales’ Plate
Equivalent to a White Disc.
Royal Family Members’ Plate
Equivalent to a White Disc.
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