Officially Licensed US Navy VFA-146 Blue Diamonds Leather Squadron Patch — Strike Fighter Squadron 146 Blue Diamonds F/A-18E Super Hornet Leather Patch
The Blue Diamonds in leather — VFA-146's iconic squadron identity rendered in premium leather, representing one of the Navy's premier strike fighter squadrons.
Strike Fighter Squadron 146 (VFA-146), the "Blue Diamonds," is a U.S. Navy strike fighter squadron operating the F/A-18E Super Hornet from NAS Lemoore, California. VFA-146 is assigned to Carrier Air Wing 17 (CVW-17) and deploys aboard USS Nimitz (CVN-68). The Blue Diamonds are one of the Navy's elite strike fighter squadrons, capable of executing the full spectrum of tactical missions including air superiority, strike, close air support, and suppression of enemy air defenses.
The F/A-18E Super Hornet that VFA-146 operates is the backbone of Navy carrier aviation, a versatile multi-role fighter that excels in both air-to-air and air-to-ground combat. The Super Hornet's advanced radar, weapons systems, and electronic warfare capabilities make it a formidable adversary in any threat environment. VFA-146's pilots and weapon systems officers are among the best in naval aviation, honed by continuous carrier operations and deployment cycles.
This leather patch presents the Blue Diamonds' squadron design in a premium leather format that offers a distinctive texture and classic appearance. The natural leather develops a unique patina over time, making each patch increasingly individual.
Perfect For: VFA-146 Blue Diamonds members and veterans, F/A-18E Super Hornet community, CVW-17 and USS Nimitz personnel, NAS Lemoore aviators, and leather military patch collectors.
VFA-146 Blue Diamonds — cut from the finest leather — the Blue Diamonds shine in any format.
