USMC Helicopter Squadrons
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H&MS-13 — USMC Embroidered Patch
Supporting the Harrier Force
From the jungles of Samoa in 1942 to the desert of Yuma today, H&MS-13 has been the maintenance backbone of MAG-13 through every chapter of its distinguished history. This officially licensed patch represents the Marines who keep the jets armed, fueled, and flying.
Commissioned on 1 March 1942 in San Diego, H&MS-13 supported MAG-13 through World War II campaigns in the Samoan and Marshall Islands. During the Korean War, the squadron deployed to Hawaii and Japan, and in September 1966, it moved to Chu Lai, Vietnam, where it used TF-9J Cougars and TA-4F Skyhawks as fast forward air control aircraft in support of ground troops. Redesignated as MALS-13 in October 1988, the unit deployed for Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom — including embarking aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard. Now known as the "Black Widows" at MCAS Yuma, the squadron supports MAG-13's F-35B Lightning II squadrons.
Perfect For:
H&MS-13 and MALS-13 veterans, MAG-13 Marines, MCAS Yuma personnel, F-35B and AV-8B maintenance community, and Marine aviation support collectors.
Black Widows — Keeping the Strike Force Ready.
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.
