H&MS-17 — USMC Embroidered Patch
Wing Support Excellence
H&MS-17 represents the Marine aviation support professionals who kept their air wing's infrastructure and operations running smoothly. This officially licensed patch honors the Marines who handled everything from communications and air traffic control to ground support and base defense — the invisible backbone of Marine air power.
Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 17 served within the Marine Aircraft Wing structure, providing essential headquarters functions, maintenance support, and operational capabilities to their parent organization. The squadron's Marines were responsible for the critical support functions that enable Marine aviation to operate from any base, any airfield, anywhere in the world. From communications networks to flight line operations, H&MS-17 Marines ensured that the wing's command and control infrastructure remained functional and effective in both garrison and deployed environments.
Perfect For:
H&MS-17 veterans and their families, Marine Aircraft Wing support personnel, aviation support community members, and USMC unit patch collectors.
Supporting the Wing.