Buy CBP El Centro Air Branch Patch

Product Information

3.5" Patch, with or without hook & loop.

Product Description

CBP El Centro Air Branch Patch — Customs and Border Protection El Centro Air Branch Patch

Eyes in the sky over the Imperial Valley — CBP El Centro Air Branch, providing aerial surveillance and interdiction along one of the busiest corridors of the U.S.-Mexico border.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air Branch at El Centro, California, is part of the CBP Air and Marine Operations (AMO) division, the largest aviation law enforcement organization in the world. The El Centro Air Branch provides aerial detection, surveillance, interdiction, and support operations along the southwestern border in the Imperial Valley region of California — one of the most active areas for illegal border crossing and drug smuggling in the entire Border Patrol sector system.

CBP Air Branch pilots and crews operate a fleet of fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters equipped with advanced sensor packages including forward-looking infrared (FLIR) cameras, electro-optical sensors, and communications relay equipment. Their mission is to detect and track illegal activity from the air, directing ground-based Border Patrol agents to intercept smugglers, human traffickers, and unauthorized border crossers. The El Centro sector encompasses some of the most unforgiving terrain along the border — the scorching desert of the Imperial Valley, where summer temperatures routinely exceed 115°F, makes aerial surveillance not just an advantage but a lifesaving capability for both agents and migrants in distress.

The men and women of CBP El Centro Air Branch operate around the clock, 365 days a year, providing the aerial component of border security that is essential to the integrated enforcement mission. This patch represents their dedication to protecting the homeland from the skies above the southwestern border.

Perfect For: CBP Air and Marine Operations agents, El Centro Air Branch personnel, Border Patrol agents who served in the El Centro sector, law enforcement aviation professionals, and homeland security patch collectors.

CBP El Centro Air Branch — patrolling the Imperial Valley from above, day and night, securing the border from the sky.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right backing?

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.

What size is this item?

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.

Are these Officially Licensed?

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Do you offer bulk or reruns for units/squadrons?

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.

Can you make a custom patch / name tag / lanyard / apparel?

Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.