USAF Military Airlift Command Patch – Original Embroidered Insignia
Original embroidered patch from Military Airlift Command (1966-1992), designed for flight suits or jackets. This full-color, 3-inch by 3-inch (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm) patch features MAC's iconic blue globe and gold winged emblem, crafted with durable threadwork to military specifications.
Command History:
As the USAF's premier strategic airlift force during the Cold War, MAC:
• Operated legendary aircraft: C-141 Starlifter, C-5 Galaxy, C-130 Hercules
• Conducted critical missions: Vietnam War logistics, Operation Babylift (1975), Desert Storm deployments
• Pioneered global reach with 24/7 aeromedical evacuation and nuclear deterrence support
Key Features:
✔ Officially Sized – Measures 3" x 3" (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm)
✔ Premium Embroidery – Ultramarine blue background with gold thread detailing
✔ Sew-On Backing – For permanent attachment to flight gear
✔ Historical Significance – Proud insignia of USAF's airlift backbone for 26 years
Ideal For:
• Airlift veterans and historians
• C-5/C-141 crew memorabilia
• Vietnam/Cold War logistics collections
• Flight jacket restoration projects
Condition: New/unused, official surplus.