Officially Licensed USMC Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Leather Patch — Marine Corps ARFF Leather Patch
First on the scene, last to leave — the Marines who run toward the flames.
Marine Corps Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) specialists are among the most courageous and selfless Marines on any air station. Known as the "Crash Crew" or "Crash Fire Rescue," these Marines are trained to respond to aircraft emergencies, structural fires, and hazardous material incidents on Marine Corps air installations worldwide. Their mission is simple but extraordinarily dangerous: save lives and protect aircraft assets by charging directly into burning wreckage, fuel fires, and catastrophic crash sites.
ARFF Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadrons (MWSS) undergo rigorous training in aircraft firefighting techniques, rescue procedures, foam application, and emergency medical response. They must be prepared to respond within seconds of an alarm, operating specialized firefighting vehicles and equipment designed to suppress massive aviation fuel fires. Whether stationed at MCAS Cherry Point, MCAS Miramar, or deployed to austere forward operating bases, ARFF Marines stand constant watch on the flight line, ready to spring into action at a moment's notice. This premium leather patch honors their extraordinary bravery and dedication to protecting Marine aviators and aircraft.
Perfect For: Marine ARFF veterans and active-duty crash crew members, MWSS Marines, military firefighting enthusiasts, leather patch collectors, and anyone who respects the Marines who stand between aviators and disaster.
Into the fire — ARFF Marines answer every alarm.
