USMC Helicopter Squadrons
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Embroidered
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25-49: $6.00 each
50-99: $5.00 each
100-199: $4.00 each
200-299: $3.00 each
300+: $2.50 each
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South Texas Aviator Memorial, NAS Corpus Christi Patch — South Texas Aviator Memorial Embroidered Patch
Honoring fallen aviators — the South Texas Aviator Memorial at NAS Corpus Christi.
The South Texas Aviator Memorial at Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas, stands as a solemn tribute to the Naval Aviators and student pilots who gave their lives in the pursuit of earning their wings of gold. NAS Corpus Christi has been a major Naval Aviation training installation for decades, serving as home to multiple training squadrons that produce the Navy's multi-engine and maritime patrol aviators. The Truax memorial and associated commemorations honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the demanding and inherently dangerous process of learning to fly military aircraft.
Flight training has always carried risk, and the history of Naval Aviation is marked by the loss of talented young aviators who died in training accidents while preparing to serve their country. The South Texas Aviator Memorial ensures that their sacrifice is never forgotten, providing a place of reflection and remembrance for families, fellow aviators, and the NAS Corpus Christi community. This embroidered patch allows supporters to carry that memorial tribute with them, honoring fallen aviators wherever they go.
Perfect For: NAS Corpus Christi veterans and personnel, Naval Aviation training command alumni, families of fallen aviators, memorial tribute supporters, South Texas aviation community members, and military patch collectors who honor those who gave all in service to Naval Aviation.
Gone but never forgotten — their wings are eternal.
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.
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.
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.
