JMSDF Command Master CPO

[Erwin]

In April 2003, the Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) implemented the Command Master Chief Petty Officer system, the appointment badges are as follows:



Master CPO of JMSDF

Fleet Master CPO

Flottila Master CPO

Squadron Master CPO

[LONDON]

But unlike the JGSDF and JASDF these command appointments are not held by Warrant Officers (OR9). They are held by personnel in the rank of Chief Petty Officer (OR8)