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Official VMFA-312 F-18 Hornet Tab Patch — Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 Checkerboards Embroidered Patch
Checkerboards — VMFA-312's F/A-18 Hornet era captured in a tab patch.
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 (VMFA-312), the "Checkerboards," is one of the most storied fighter squadrons in Marine Corps aviation history. This tab patch represents the squadron during its F/A-18C Hornet era, when the Checkerboards flew the single-seat multirole fighter that was the backbone of Marine tactical aviation for decades. The tab format provides a compact, distinctive display of the squadron's identity that works on flight suits, gear, and patch boards.
VMFA-312 traces its lineage to World War II and has maintained the Checkerboard identity through transitions across multiple fighter aircraft. The F/A-18C Hornet gave VMFA-312 the ability to perform both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions with a single aircraft — a true multirole capability that revolutionized Marine fighter attack operations. The Checkerboards deployed with Marine Aircraft Groups and embarked aboard aircraft carriers, delivering precision strike and air superiority wherever the Marine Corps needed them. This tab patch preserves the F/A-18 Hornet chapter of the squadron's legacy.
Perfect For:
VMFA-312 Checkerboards members and veterans, F/A-18C Hornet aviators, Marine fighter attack community, and USMC squadron tab patch collectors.
Checkerboards. Hornet era. Tab proud.
If you want to swap patches on/off gear, choose hook & loop (velcro). If you’re attaching permanently to uniforms or fabric, choose sew-on. If you want quick application on compatible fabric, choose iron-on / heat seal (when offered). Backing options are shown on the page and update based on the variant you select.
Size is shown on the product page and updates with the variant you select (example: 3"). If you’re mounting on a hat or small panel, choose smaller sizes; for plate carriers and display boards, larger sizes fit better.
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Yes. If you see a note like “bulk reruns available,” that means we can support group orders or reruns. If you don’t see it, contact us with the unit/squadron and quantity and we’ll confirm options.
Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.
