Purdue University Fly Navy Shoulder Patch — Purdue Boilermakers Fly Navy Embroidered Shoulder Patch
Boiler Up, Fly Navy — Purdue pride meets naval aviation.
Purdue University has a storied relationship with military aviation and aerospace that few universities can match. From producing more astronauts than nearly any other school to sending generations of graduates into Navy and Marine Corps cockpits, Purdue's connection to flight runs deep. The "Fly Navy" movement celebrates Navy and Marine Corps aviation, and this shoulder patch combines Purdue Boilermaker pride with the Fly Navy tradition. "Fly Navy Beat Army" captures the spirit of every Purdue grad who chose wings of gold over everything else. Whether you're a Purdue NROTC grad, an OCS commissioning Boilermaker, or a fleet pilot who bleeds Old Gold and Black, this patch is your identity.
• Embroidered shoulder patch with Purdue Fly Navy design
• Dense stitching with merrowed border for clean, durable construction
• Hook & loop backing for flight suits, jackets, and display
• Vibrant color-fast thread designed for long-lasting wear
• Shoulder-sized format combining Boilermaker and naval aviation identity
Perfect For: Purdue University alumni in naval aviation, Purdue NROTC graduates, Boilermaker military officers, Fly Navy community members, and college-themed military patch collectors.
Boiler Up — Fly Navy, Beat Army.
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