Level Off At Proper Height

In this WWII-era safety poster, an aircraft is shown mid-ascent. A set of dotted lines marks the intended flight level, with a duplicate silhouette of the same aircraft above it — indicating that flying higher than recommended is a mistake. Below the primary aircraft, the words “LEVEL OFF” appear in black, directly reinforcing the instruction to maintain proper altitude. The clean backdrop gives the aircraft full visual focus.

Produced by the Directorate of Air Traffic and Safety and the Directorate of Safety Education, this poster served as a critical reminder to military aviators during World War II. Climbing too steeply, or failing to level off at the correct altitude, could result in engine stress, reduced visibility, or tactical disadvantage. For the thousands of new pilots trained during the war, posters like this functioned as visual checklists — bold, simple cues to reinforce in-flight discipline.

The overall design is rooted in wartime modernism: minimal elements, strong directional lines, and bold typography. Rather than dramatize the consequences, it emphasizes best practices through clear and immediate visual language.

This is an Original Vintage Poster; it is not a reproduction. This poster was printed on heavyweight paper and is in excellent condition apart from slight toning at folds.

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