The Skull & Roses emblem is one of the most iconic symbols in Deadhead history — equal parts mystic, mischievous, and unmistakably alive. When paired with the classic Rockwing design, it creates a Flight Pin that feels like it comes straight out of Deadhead folklore: a winged badge for those who have learned to navigate the swirling roses, the thunderous drums, and the wild skies of the long, strange trip.

According to old tour legends, wings like these were passed quietly among fans who had reached certain “flight levels” within the community. No chart, no rulebook — just a shared sense that some travelers had earned a little recognition for their kindness, their dedication, or simply the miles they’d logged chasing the music. The Skull & Roses version feels like the pin bestowed upon the ones who kept blooming through every adventure, carrying beauty and chaos in equal measure.

This officially licensed Grateful Dead® pin features the classic Skull & Roses artwork nestled between beautifully sculpted pilot wings, designed by an actual Deadhead pilot who knows what it means to follow a compass that doesn’t always point north. The details are crisp, expressive, and infused with that unmistakable Dead energy — equal parts flight badge, band icon, and talisman.

Wear it on your jacket, hat, pack, guitar strap, or festival gear. Gift it to someone who’s earned their wings in the Deadhead world — the dancers, the dreamers, the ones who keep the roses blooming. Or keep it for yourself as a reminder that every good journey has both roots and wings.

Available in 1.5-inch and 2.75-inch sizes, so you can choose between a subtle nod or the full captain’s wingspan.

Officially licensed, beautifully crafted, and ready to accompany you on wherever your next flight — musical or otherwise — takes you.