USAF 20th Fighter Wing Patch – Original Embroidered Insignia
Original embroidered patch from the 20th Fighter Wing, designed for flight suits or jackets. This full-color, 3-inch by 3-inch (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm) patch features the wing’s iconic "Silver Lobos" emblem in vibrant, durable threadwork, meeting military specifications.
Unit History:
With continuous service since 1941, the 20th FW boasts:
• WWII P-38 Lightning operations in Europe (1943-1945)
• Cold War F-100 Super Sabre nuclear alert duty (1950s-1960s)
• Modern F-16 Fighting Falcon deployments (1980s-present)
• Current F-15E Strike Eagle missions from Shaw AFB, SC
Key Features:
✔ Officially Sized – Measures 3" x 3" (7.6 cm x 7.6 cm)
✔ Premium Embroidery – Metallic silver thread accents on blue backing
✔ Sew-On Backing – Ready for permanent attachment
✔ Historical Value – Rare patch spanning 80+ years of fighter heritage
Ideal For:
• Combat aviation historians
• P-38/F-15E enthusiasts
• Nuclear deterrence collections
• Flight jacket customization
Condition: New/unused, official surplus.