Buy Official VX-9 Vampires VANDY-1 Patch

Official VX-9 Vampires VANDY-1 Shoulder Patches

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Variations

PVC / With Hook & Loop
Embroidered / With Hook & Loop

Hook & Loop
4"
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
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Product Information

This is a 4" patch, with hook & loop. This patch was made for VX-9 to showcase their new F-18 paint scheme.

Product Description

Official VX-9 Vampires VANDY-1 Shoulder Patches — The Blackest Jet on the Flight Line

Because when your squadron tests weapons for a living, your flagship should look the part.

VX-9, the Vampires, is the Navy's premier Air Test and Evaluation Squadron, based at Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, California. Formed from the 1994 merger of VX-4 "Evaluators" and VX-5 "Vampires," the squadron operates F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers, and F-35C Lightning IIs to test every weapon, sensor, and piece of mission software before it reaches the fleet. The "VANDY-1" callsign traces back to VX-4's legendary all-black flagship Phantom — the famous "Black Bunny" — which flew in formation with an SR-71 Blackbird in an iconic 1972 photograph. In 2023, VX-9 revived the tradition by painting a Super Hornet in the gloss black VANDY-1 scheme for their 30th anniversary, minus the bunny but with all the attitude. These shoulder patches carry that heritage.

Perfect For: VX-9 Vampires aircrew and maintainers, NAWS China Lake personnel, weapons test community veterans, and anyone who appreciates that the coolest paint scheme in naval aviation belongs to a test squadron.

They test the weapons. They set the standard. And their flagship jet is blacker than your coffee.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right backing?

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.

What size is this item?

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.

Are these Officially Licensed?

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.

Do you offer bulk or reruns for units/squadrons?

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.

Can you make a custom patch / name tag / lanyard / apparel?

Yes—custom solutions are available (patches, name tags, lanyards, apparel). Use the custom request page and include artwork, size, backing preference, and quantity.