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Officially Licensed USMC VMM-263 Thunder Chicken REIN Patch

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Variations

Hook & Loop / Embroidered / Full Color
No Hook & Loop / Embroidered / Full Color
Hook & Loop / PVC / Full Color
Hook & Loop / PVC / Gray / Black

Hook & Loop
4"
Embroidered Fabric
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Product Information

This is a 4" patch with and without hook & loop.

Product Description

Officially Licensed USMC VMM-263 Thunder Chicken REIN Patch — First Ospreys, First to Fight

They didn't just fly the Osprey first — they took it to war first.

VMM-263 "Thunder Chickens" is a Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron flying the MV-22B Osprey out of MCAS New River, North Carolina, under MAG-26 and the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. The Thunder Chickens hold a place of honor in Marine Corps aviation history as the first operational MV-22 Osprey squadron, reactivated on March 3, 2006, after standing down from their CH-46 Sea Knight mission. In September 2007, VMM-263 deployed to Iraq with 10 Ospreys aboard USS Wasp — the first combat deployment of the MV-22 in history. The squadron's lineage stretches back to 1952, with combat service in the Dominican Republic, Vietnam (where squadron member Raymond M. Clausen Jr. earned the Medal of Honor), Desert Storm, and multiple deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan with the 22nd and 24th MEUs. The "REIN" designation means Reinforced — indicating the squadron was augmented with additional aircraft and personnel for MEU deployment.

Perfect For: VMM-263 Thunder Chickens Marines past and present, MV-22 Osprey community, MCAS New River squadrons, MAG-26 and 2nd MAW personnel, MEU veterans, and anyone who knows the Thunder Chickens wrote the first chapter of Osprey combat history.

VMM-263 — Thunder Chickens, Reinforced, and ready to roll.

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.