Officially Licensed USMC VMM-262 Reinforced Squadron Patch — Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (REIN) Embroidered Patch
Flying Tigers reinforced — the full composite squadron ready for crisis.
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Reinforced), the "Flying Tigers," is a United States Marine Corps composite tiltrotor squadron that serves as the Aviation Combat Element for forward-deployed Marine Expeditionary Units in the Pacific. The "REIN" designation signifies that VMM-262 has been reinforced with additional aircraft types and detachments — typically including attack helicopters, heavy-lift helicopters, and other aviation assets — to form a self-contained aviation element capable of supporting the full range of MEU operations.
VMM-262 flies the MV-22B Osprey as its core platform, augmented by AH-1Z Vipers, UH-1Y Venoms, CH-53E Super Stallions, and other aircraft as the mission requires. The Flying Tigers carry forward a legendary lineage, and as a reinforced composite squadron, they provide the 31st MEU and other Pacific-based expeditionary forces with a complete aviation combat package. The squadron has deployed repeatedly across the Indo-Pacific theater, conducting combat operations, humanitarian assistance missions, bilateral training exercises, and crisis response operations. Their reinforced configuration makes them one of the most versatile and self-sufficient aviation units in the Marine Corps.
Perfect For: VMM-262 Flying Tigers veterans and active-duty Marines, MEU aviation combat element alumni, MV-22 Osprey and rotary-wing enthusiasts, Pacific-deployed Marines, and military patch collectors who value the composite squadron concept.
Flying Tigers reinforced — VMM-262 brings the full package.
