The three Founding Fathers of the Royal Thai Air Force (fig.), i.e. Army Maj. Luang Sakdi Sanyawut (fig.), Capt. Luang Ahwut Sikhikorn (fig.) and Lt. Thip Ketuthat (fig.).

After their aviation training they received proper Air Force ranks and were promoted to Air Marshal, and Group Captains respectively, and were all bestowed with the title of Phraya.