VMM-362 Ugly Angels Shoulder Patch — Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 362 Ugly Angels Shoulder Embroidered Patch
The Ugly Angels — VMM-362's shoulder patch variant, carrying the legendary squadron name that's been making Marines smile and enemies worry for decades.
Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 362 (VMM-362), the "Ugly Angels," is a USMC tiltrotor squadron operating the MV-22B Osprey. This shoulder patch variant is designed to be worn on the flight suit or uniform shoulder, providing a distinctive squadron identifier in the format preferred by many aviators and aircrew. The "Ugly Angels" name is one of the most beloved and distinctive in Marine aviation — a self-deprecating nickname that belies the squadron's deadly serious mission and exceptional capabilities.
VMM-362 provides assault transport and tactical mobility to the Marine Air-Ground Task Force, using the MV-22B Osprey's unique tiltrotor capability to insert Marines at speeds and ranges far beyond what traditional helicopters can achieve. The Ugly Angels can transition from helicopter mode to airplane mode in seconds, giving them the versatility to operate from amphibious ships, forward operating bases, and austere landing zones across any terrain.
The Ugly Angels' heritage stretches back through decades of Marine Corps service, with the squadron earning its reputation through combat deployments and operational excellence. The shoulder patch format offers a more compact, regulation-style way to display the Ugly Angels' identity compared to standard chest or jacket patches.
Perfect For: VMM-362 Ugly Angels members and veterans, MV-22B Osprey community, Marine tiltrotor aviators, shoulder patch collectors, and Marine aviation heritage enthusiasts.
VMM-362 Ugly Angels — ugly by name, beautiful in combat — the Angels ride your shoulder into the fight.