Official VAW-124 Bear Aces Fourth of July Patches — Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 124 Independence Day Embroidered Patch
Bear Aces celebrate America — VAW-124's Fourth of July special edition.
Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 124 (VAW-124), the "Bear Aces," is a United States Navy E-2D Advanced Hawkeye squadron based at NAS Norfolk, Virginia. Assigned to Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8), the Bear Aces provide airborne early warning, battle management, and command and control from the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye — the fleet's premier airborne surveillance platform. This special Fourth of July edition patch combines VAW-124's squadron identity with patriotic Independence Day imagery to celebrate America's birthday.
The E-2D Advanced Hawkeye is the eyes and ears of the carrier strike group, using its AN/APY-9 advanced radar system to detect and track air and surface targets at extreme ranges while simultaneously coordinating strike and defense operations for the entire battle group. VAW-124's Bear Aces have deployed aboard multiple aircraft carriers, providing the critical airborne battle management that enables carrier air wings to dominate the battlespace. This Fourth of July commemorative patch blends the Bear Aces' operational identity with red, white, and blue patriotic flair — a celebration of both squadron pride and national pride.
Perfect For: VAW-124 Bear Aces active-duty members and veterans, E-2D Advanced Hawkeye community supporters, CVW-8 alumni, Fourth of July and patriotic patch collectors, and anyone who loves combining squadron pride with American pride.
Bear Aces, stars and stripes — happy Fourth from VAW-124.
