USMC Helicopter Squadrons
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Officially Licensed USMC HMM-764 Moonlighters Throwback Patch — Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 764 Throwback Embroidered Patch
Moonlighters shine — HMM-764's throwback from the CH-46 era.
Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 764 (HMM-764), the "Moonlighters," was the reserve component predecessor to today's VMM-764. Operating the CH-46E Sea Knight (known affectionately as the "Phrog"), HMM-764 served as part of the Marine Corps Reserve's rotary-wing capability, providing trained helicopter crews ready to augment active-duty forces when mobilized. This throwback patch preserves the Moonlighters' identity from the CH-46 era, before the squadron transitioned to the MV-22B Osprey and was redesignated VMM-764.
The CH-46 Sea Knight served the Marine Corps for over five decades, and HMM-764's Moonlighters flew the Phrog with the same proficiency as their active-duty counterparts. The "Moonlighters" nickname was a nod to the reserve nature of the squadron — Marines who worked civilian jobs by day and flew Marine helicopters by night and on weekends. This throwback patch captures the visual identity of that era, connecting today's VMM-764 community to the Phrog-era heritage that built the squadron's reputation. Throwback patches from reserve squadrons are particularly meaningful collectibles.
Perfect For: HMM-764 and VMM-764 Moonlighters veterans, CH-46 Sea Knight Phrog community members, Marine Corps Reserve aviation personnel, throwback and heritage patch collectors, and anyone who values the full history of Marine reserve helicopter aviation.
Moonlighters by night — HMM-764 Phrog heritage lives on.
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.
If the product is officially licensed, it will say “Officially Licensed” in the title and/or in the product details. If it doesn’t, it’s still a legitimate product—just not part of a licensed program.
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.
