Officially Licensed USMC VMFA-214 Blacksheep Squadron F-35 Patch — Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 214 Black Sheep F-35B Lightning II Embroidered Patch
The Black Sheep go fifth-gen — VMFA-214, the most famous squadron in Marine Corps history, now flying the F-35B Lightning II.
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 214 (VMFA-214), the "Black Sheep," is one of the most celebrated squadrons in American military aviation history. Made famous by Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington and the World War II exploits that inspired the television series "Baa Baa Black Sheep," VMFA-214 now operates the F-35B Lightning II from MCAS Yuma, Arizona, as part of Marine Aircraft Group 13 (MAG-13), 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, carrying tail code "WE."
The transition from the F/A-18C Hornet to the F-35B Lightning II represents the most significant capability leap in VMFA-214's storied history. The F-35B's fifth-generation stealth technology, advanced sensor fusion, and short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) capability give the Black Sheep abilities that Pappy Boyington's Corsair pilots could never have imagined. The Lightning II's ability to operate from austere forward bases and amphibious assault ships makes VMFA-214 more tactically flexible than ever before.
VMFA-214's combat record spans World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and operations in the Middle East. Each generation of Black Sheep has upheld the squadron's tradition of aggressive, fearless combat aviation, and the F-35B era promises to add new chapters to that legendary story.
Perfect For: VMFA-214 Black Sheep members and veterans, F-35B Lightning II community, Marine Corps aviation history enthusiasts, MCAS Yuma personnel, and iconic military squadron patch collectors.
VMFA-214 Black Sheep — from Corsairs to Lightning IIs — the world's most famous squadron is now fifth-gen.
