History of the United States Air Force
The United States Air Force (USAF) was originally founded on August 1st, 1907 as a part of the United States Army Signal Corps. With time, it became its own branch within the US Armed Forces after the National Security Act of 1947 was passed, making it the second newest branch of the United States Armed Forces.
Until 2019, the Air Force was also in charge of the military's space missions. After that, the Space Force took over military space operations. However, we still offer patches related to the Air Force's involvement in space, like the Space Command patch. The Air Force's core purpose now is to provide air support for land and naval forces, in addition to conducting independent air operations and aiding in the recovery of troops in the field.
The Air Force Insignia
To create a distinctive symbol for the branch to signify its unique culture and history, the Air Force leadership commissioned research and focus groups in 1998. The symbol wasn’t designed until 1999, and it was finally designated as the official symbol of the Air Force in 2004. This modern symbol is based on another commonly used USAF symbol; a design created during World War II by Army Air Force General Henry Arnold through his collaboration with an artist. Some even say the symbols take inspiration from a photograph of Winston Churchill, who is well-known for making a “V for Victory” gesture with his hand.
Air Force Patches
In short, the Air Force is responsible for nearly all things air. This is why we offer such a wide selection of pararescue, fighter squadrons, strategic air commands, special tactics squadrons, and gunship patches. We also carry a selection of A-10 patches and pilot wing insignias. If you don't see what you're looking for, please feel free to contact us or submit your design idea through PatchVote.
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Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II Patch Warthog$13.95United States AIR FORCE Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II Military Patch WARTHOG$13.95 -
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4th Special Operations Squadron-GHOSTRIDER$11.95US Air Force 4th Special Operations Squadron military patch - "GHOSTRIDERS"$11.95 -
Pararescue Jumper Patch Desert Version$11.95United States AIR FORCE Pararescue Jumper Military Patch SO OTHERS MAY LIVE DESERT VERSION$11.95 -
Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter Team Patch$13.95United States AIR FORCE Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Stealth Fighter Team Military Patch WHEN IT ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY HAS TO BE TAKEN OUT OVERNIGHT$13.95 -
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433rd Tactical Fighter Squadron Patch$10.95433rd TFS participated in the Vietnam War and are referred to as "SATAN'S ANGELS." The 433 continues to be an active squadron and is currently flying the F-22 Raptor.$10.95 -
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9th Air Force 1942 Patch$7.95United States ARMY AIR FORCE 9th Air Force 1942 Military Patch The 9th Air Force was originally constituted as V Air Support Command on August 21, 1941 and activated on September 1, 1941. It was re-designated 9th AF in April 1942. The 9th AF participated...$7.95 -
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421 Tactical Fighter Squadron Patch$9.95United States 421 Tactical Fighter Squadron Military Patch KISS OF DEATH BLACK WIDOWS F-4 PHANTOM$9.95 -
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Special Tactics Squadron Jolly Green Feet Patch$12.95United States Air Force Special Tactics Squadron Jolly Green feet Military Patch$12.95 -
302nd Fighter Squadron Tuskegee Airmen Patch$14.95302nd Air Force Fighter Squadron patch. Tuskegee Airmen$14.95 -
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McDonnell F-101 Voodoo Medicine Man Patch$13.95United States AIR FORCE McDonnell F-101 Voodoo Medicine Man Military Patch worn by American and Canadian forces$13.95 -
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498th Fighter Interception Squadron Patch$10.95United States 498th Fighter Interception Squadron Military Patch FIGHTING TIGERS GEIGER TIGEER$10.95 -
10th Air Force Shoulder Patch$8.95Introducing the 10th Air Force Shoulder Patch, a symbol of strength and excellence in the United States Air Force. This meticulously embroidered patch represents the proud heritage and mission of the 10th Air Force, a vital command responsible for air...$8.95 -
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A-10 Thunderbolt Afghanistan-DESERT$11.95United States Air Force Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II Ground Attack Aircraft Military Patch$11.95 -
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53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron Patch$13.95US Air Force 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron military patch - "HURRICANE HUNTERS"$13.95 -
107th fighter Squadron A-10 C Red Devils Patch$13.95The 107th Fighter Squadron has a rich history dating back to World War II. Originally activated as the 107th Observation Squadron, it flew reconnaissance missions in North Africa and Italy. After being redesignated as the 107th Fighter Squadron, it...$13.95 -
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AFSOC ACC Patch Special Operations Command Patch$9.951/2 AFSOC 1/2 ACC Patch Air Force Special Operations Command Insignia$9.95 -
177th Fighter Wing Patch$9.95United States AIR FORCE 177th Fighter Wing Military Patch JERSEY DEVILS$9.95 -
332nd Fighter Group Patch Tuskegee Airman$14.95USAF Air Force 332nd Fighter GROUP Military Patch TUSKEGEE$14.95 -
AF-SERE Training Patch-BLUE$14.95United States Air Force (USAF) Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape SERE Training Military Patch RETURN WITH HONOR$14.95 -
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Aerospace Defense Command Patch$9.95The Air Defense Command switched to the Aerospace Defense Command in 1968.$9.95 -
McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Super Phantom Patch$14.95United States AIR FORCE McDonnell Douglas F-4EJ Super Phantom Military Patch$14.95 -
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Defensor Patch$11.95Height: 3.00 inches, Width: 3.00 inchesHook & Loop (double-sided)Popular Patch is officially licensed by the US Air Force, US Army, Marine Corps & US Navy.$11.95 -
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23rd Fighter Squadron Patch$12.95United States AIR FORCE 23rd Fighter Squadron Military Patch FLYING TIGERS$12.95