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VMFA-533 Hawks Felt Leather Jacket US Flag Shoulder Patch — Embroidered Patch
Stars and Stripes on the Jacket — VMFA-533 Hawks Flag Patch
There's a reason aviators have been sewing American flag patches onto flight jackets since World War II — it's a statement of who you are, who you fight for, and where your loyalty lies. This VMFA-533 Hawks US flag shoulder patch carries that tradition forward for a new generation of fifth-generation fighter pilots.
VMFA-533 Hawks flies the F-35B Lightning II from MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, under MAG-31 and the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. The tradition of wearing a US flag patch on a flight jacket dates back to the earliest days of military aviation, when American pilots flying over hostile territory wore flag patches for identification and as a symbol of national pride. For Hawks aircrew and personnel, pairing the American flag with the VMFA-533 identity on a leather flight jacket is the ultimate expression of squadron heritage and patriotic service — a visual reminder that every mission flown under the Hawks banner is flown for the red, white, and blue.
Perfect For:
VMFA-533 aircrew and maintainers, flight jacket collectors, F-35B Lightning II enthusiasts, MCAS Beaufort Marines, MAG-31 personnel, flag patch collectors, and anyone who flies under the stars and stripes.
Stars and stripes on the shoulder — Hawks fly for America.
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.
