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Official VMM-163 Skid Kids DET HMLA-267 Throwback Patch — Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163 Skid Kids Detachment HMLA-267 Throwback Embroidered Patch
Skid Kids DET — VMM-163's attached HMLA-267 detachment, the attack helicopter crews that brought the skid-kid firepower to the Ridge Runners' composite force.
This throwback patch represents the HMLA-267 detachment that was attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163 (VMM-163) as part of a reinforced (REIN) deployment. When tiltrotor squadrons deploy as the aviation combat element of a Marine Expeditionary Unit or other task force, they are typically reinforced with attack helicopter detachments from HMLA squadrons. This patch commemorates the HMLA-267 "Stingers" detachment that provided AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom attack and utility helicopter support to VMM-163.
"Skid Kids" is the affectionate term for the Marines who fly and maintain skid-type helicopters — the AH-1 and UH-1 — which ride on skids rather than wheeled landing gear. The skid kid community has a proud identity within Marine aviation, and this throwback patch celebrates the HMLA-267 detachment's integration with VMM-163. The throwback design adds a nostalgic element, connecting to an earlier era of the squadron's heritage.
Perfect For: VMM-163 and HMLA-267 personnel who served together, skid kid community members, AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom crews, composite squadron deployment veterans, and Marine aviation throwback patch collectors.
VMM-163 Skid Kids DET — HMLA-267 embedded with the Ridge Runners — skid kids and tiltrotor Marines, together in the fight.
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.
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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.
