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“Spad To The Bone” – 75 Years of Fighter Heritage 🇺🇸
Honoring 75 years of combat aviation excellence with the 457th Fighter Squadron F-16 Tail Patch, commemorating tail number “88-0246”, the official heritage jet celebrating the unit’s diamond anniversary. Featuring a striking color scheme, this tail tribute pays homage to the squadron’s proud lineage from WWII to the closing days of Viper operations out of NAS JRB Fort Worth as they transition to the F-35 Lightning II.
Wearing the aircraft lineage and the iconic Spad emblem, this patch connects generations of aviators and aircraft—an essential piece for anyone who respects tradition, legacy, and the enduring power of the Citizen Airman.
Size: 3.5” tall w/velcro backing - high quality PVC material
Raised lettering and emblems for that 2D/3D textured feel
“Spad To The Bone” – 75 Years of Fighter Heritage 🇺🇸
Honoring 75 years of combat aviation excellence with the 457th Fighter Squadron F-16 Tail Patch, commemorating tail number “88-0246”, the official heritage jet celebrating the unit’s diamond anniversary. Featuring a striking color scheme, this tail tribute pays homage to the squadron’s proud lineage from WWII to the closing days of Viper operations out of NAS JRB Fort Worth as they transition to the F-35 Lightning II.
Wearing the aircraft lineage and the iconic Spad emblem, this patch connects generations of aviators and aircraft—an essential piece for anyone who respects tradition, legacy, and the enduring power of the Citizen Airman.
Size: 3.5” tall w/velcro backing - high quality PVC material
Raised lettering and emblems for that 2D/3D textured feel

“Spad To The Bone” – 75 Years of Fighter Heritage 🇺🇸
Honoring 75 years of combat aviation excellence with the 457th Fighter Squadron F-16 Tail Patch, commemorating tail number “88-0246”, the official heritage jet celebrating the unit’s diamond anniversary. Featuring a striking color scheme, this tail tribute pays homage to the squadron’s proud lineage from WWII to the closing days of Viper operations out of NAS JRB Fort Worth as they transition to the F-35 Lightning II.
Wearing the aircraft lineage and the iconic Spad emblem, this patch connects generations of aviators and aircraft—an essential piece for anyone who respects tradition, legacy, and the enduring power of the Citizen Airman.
Size: 3.5” tall w/velcro backing - high quality PVC material
Raised lettering and emblems for that 2D/3D textured feel