An authentic vintage Coast Guard aviation patch from the historic Humboldt Bay Air Station (CGAS Humboldt Bay), representing Northern California search-and-rescue operations.
This embroidered crew patch features:
• Size: 8.5 cm x 10 cm (3.35" x 3.94") - standard aviation unit dimensions
• Condition: Near mint (see photos for thread integrity)
• Provenance: Original issue during station's operational period (1980-1997)
Key features:
Historic air station insignia - One of only 3 USCG air stations in California
HH-65 Dolphin helicopter unit - Primary aircraft for SAR missions
Thick embroidery - Classic 12-ply thread construction on wool felt
Rare decommissioned station - Facility closed in 1997
Collector's item - Few surviving examples from active service
AF30, 1980s-90s USCG Air Station Humboldt Bay Patch
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