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Official VMGR-252 Otis Safety Shoulder Patch — Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 Otis Safety Shoulder Embroidered Patch
Otis says be safe! — VMGR-252's safety mascot keeps the Otis tradition alive, reminding Marines that safety is everyone's responsibility.
This safety shoulder patch from Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 252 (VMGR-252) features "Otis," the squadron's safety mascot. VMGR-252 operates the KC-130J Super Hercules from MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, as part of MAG-14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, carrying tail code "BH." Safety mascots are a tradition in military aviation, providing a fun and memorable way to reinforce safety awareness across the squadron.
VMGR-252 provides aerial refueling and assault transport to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force, with the KC-130J capable of refueling fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft in flight while also transporting cargo, passengers, and equipment. The KC-130J's missions often involve long flights in challenging conditions, making safety culture critically important. From pre-flight inspections to crew coordination to maintenance procedures, every aspect of VMGR-252's operations depends on a strong safety culture.
The Otis safety patch serves as a daily reminder that operational readiness starts with safety — a message delivered with humor and charm through the squadron's beloved mascot.
Perfect For: VMGR-252 members and veterans, KC-130J Super Hercules community, MAG-14 personnel, aviation safety professionals, and Marine aviation safety patch collectors.
VMGR-252 Otis Safety — Otis watches out for the whole squadron — fly safe, work safe, be like Otis.
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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