Official VT-9 Tigers Instructor Pilot Patch — Teaching Future Aviators the Tiger Way
The Tigers' instructor pilots don't just fly — they forge the next generation of naval aviators.
Training Squadron 9, the Tigers, provide flight training to student naval aviators, building the foundational skills that every Navy and Marine Corps pilot needs to succeed in the fleet. This instructor pilot patch recognizes the experienced aviators within VT-9 who serve as mentors, teachers, and evaluators, guiding students through the demanding training syllabus. Instructor pilots in the training command carry the responsibility of shaping raw talent into combat-ready aviators — a mission that requires patience, expertise, and unwavering standards.
Perfect For: VT-9 instructor pilots, training command veterans, Tigers alumni, and military instructor patch collectors.
The Tigers' IPs teach the way they fly — with precision, standards, and zero tolerance for shortcuts.