USMC Helicopter Squadrons
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OH-6 Vietnam Ribbon Patch — Cayuse Helicopter Vietnam Service Embroidered Patch
The Loach. Low and slow over the jungle canopy — the most dangerous seat in Vietnam belonged to the OH-6 crews.
The Hughes OH-6A Cayuse — universally known as the "Loach" (Light Observation Helicopter) — was one of the most iconic and deadly helicopters of the Vietnam War. OH-6 crews flew at treetop level as aerial scouts, drawing enemy fire to locate hidden positions for the hunter-killer teams that followed. The courage required to fly low-bird missions in Vietnam is legendary, and the OH-6 remains one of the most respected airframes in rotary-wing history. This patch pairs the Cayuse with the Vietnam Service Ribbon in a tribute to those who flew the Loach in combat.
• Embroidered Vietnam-era aviation patch
• Dense stitching with merrowed border for lasting quality
• No hook & loop — designed for sewing or shadow box display
• Vibrant color-fast thread preserves the design
• A tribute to OH-6 Cayuse crews who flew in Vietnam
Perfect For:
OH-6 Cayuse veterans, Vietnam helicopter pilots and crew chiefs, rotary-wing aviation historians, Vietnam-era patch collectors, and anyone who respects the scouts who flew the most dangerous mission in the war.
Low bird. High courage.
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.
