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Official VMM-263 Thunderchicken Card Patch — Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 263 Embroidered Patch
Thunderchickens deal the cards — VMM-263's card patch.
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 263 (VMM-263), the "Thunder Chickens," is a United States Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey squadron based at MCAS New River, North Carolina. Assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 26 (MAG-26) under the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing and II Marine Expeditionary Force, the Thunder Chickens provide assault support transport for Marine ground forces. This card-themed patch adds a fun, ready-room poker twist to the Thunder Chickens' identity — combining the squadron's distinctive mascot with playing card imagery.
Card-themed patches are a beloved tradition in military aviation, where poker nights, card games, and ready-room gambling have been a part of squadron culture since the earliest days of naval and Marine aviation. The VMM-263 Thunderchicken Card patch captures that spirit perfectly, blending the squadron's irreverent mascot with a design that would be right at home in any flight crew's card game. VMM-263(REIN) frequently deploys as the Aviation Combat Element of a Marine Expeditionary Unit, and patches like this one commemorate the unique culture and camaraderie that builds during deployment workups and overseas rotations.
Perfect For: VMM-263 Thunder Chickens active-duty members and veterans, MV-22 Osprey community supporters, MAG-26 and 2nd MAW alumni, card-themed and morale patch collectors, ready-room culture enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the Thunder Chicken spirit.
Thunderchickens play their hand — VMM-263 deals.
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.
