(From their Squadron Supplier): Strike Fighter Squadron 102 (VFA-102) is a US Navy Strike Fighter squadron based at MCASStation Iwakuni. Their call sign is Dback, with the tail code NF, and they fly the F/A-18F Super Hornet. This is their 60th Anniversary Tailfin that says 1955 - 2015 at the bottom and does not have velcro attached. My apologies for the cost, but to get original, authentic items from Japan costs me extra, but wanted to make sure we're offering the best items!!!

The "Diamondbacks" of VFA-102 now operate the F/A-18F out of NAS Lemoore, CA. This is the red version with the "Snakehead" on their F/A-18F TAILFIN patch.

(From their Squadron Supplier): Strike Fighter Squadron 102 (VFA-102) is a US Navy Strike Fighter squadron based at MCASStation Iwakuni. Their call sign is Dback, with the tail code NF, and they fly the F/A-18F Super Hornet. This is "small" version of their regular "tailfin patch" and does not have velcro attached. My apologies for the cost, but to get original, authentic items from Japan costs me extra, but wanted to make sure we're offering the best items!!!

(Another AV8RSTUFF Creation): This is one of the 2023 *FIGHT FOR FREEDOM* WESTPAC Cruise patches created for Carrier Air Wing Five (CVW-5) and the VFA-102 'DIAMONDBACKS'. It shows the Taiwanese Panda holding their country's flag and punching the Chinese 'Winnie-The-Pooh' mascot, meaning that Taiwan is defending itself (along with the US Navy's support). This patch does not have velcro attached.

(From SQDN Supplier): This is the sublimated version of the 2019 'DOWN UNDER' Pacific cruise for those squadrons attached to CVW-5 onboard USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). It shows all the squadron mascot logos on the yellow traffic warning signs. We only have a VERY FEW of these, please pardon me if they sell out before I can keep the site current.....no velcro on the back.

(From SQDN Supplier): This is the large BACKPATCH created for the VFA-102 Decommissioning Patch that says '45 YEARS of CVW-5 / THE LAST OF THE ATSUGI FIGHTERS' with the dates 1973 - 2018. It shows the lineage of aircraft from the F-4 Phantom to the F/A-18 Hornet. Received these last few originals from the actual squadron supplier. This patch does not have velcro on the back.

(From SQDN Supplier): This is the backpatch created for the VFA-102 Decommissioning that says 'YOROSHIKU IWAKUNI' with the date 2018 along the bottom. It depicts two of the snake mascots (one white, one red) on either side of the bridge. Received these last few originals from the actual squadron supplier. This patch does not have velcro on the back.

(From Squadron Supplier): This is the 2010 cruise patch for CVN-73 and VFA-102 that is from their "East Asian" tour. It has the Korean Flag on the left (INVINCIBLE SPIRIT) and the Japanese Flag on the right (KEEN SWORD) with the VFA-102 'snake' wrapping around the aircraft carrier. This patch does not have velcro attached.

(From their Squadron Supplier): This is one of the 2008 cruise patches created for CVN-73 and VFA-102 that is from their "WESTPAC" Cruise. It shows the 'Snake' Mascot wrapped around the carrier and says "GW First Fall Deployment WESTPAC 2008". This patch does not have velcro attached and my apologies for the cost, but to get original, authentic items from Japan costs me extra, but wanted to make sure we're offering the best items.

(From their Squadron Supplier): This is one of the 2008 cruise patches created for CVN-73 and VFA-102 that is from their "WESTPAC" Cruise. It shows the bust of Washington, has all the CVW-5 squadron logos along the sides, and says "GW FirstRide Fall Deployment 2008". This patch does not have velcro attached and my apologies for the cost, but to get original, authentic items from Japan costs me extra, but wanted to make sure we're offering the best items.

This is the 2010 cruise patch for CVN-73 and VFA-102 that is from their "East Asian" tour. It has the Korean Flag on the left (INVINCIBLE SPIRIT) and the Japanese Flag on the right (KEEN SWORD) with the VFA-102 'snake' wrapping around the aircraft carrier. This patch does not have velcro attached.

(From SQDN Supplier): This is the 2007 Battle 'E' LETTER-shaped award patch commemorating the feat recognized by the COMMANDER, NAVAF-PACFLT for their superior performance. Received these last few originals from the actual squadron supplier. This patch does not have velcro on the back.

(From SQDN Supplier): This is the 2007 Battle 'E' shield-shaped award patch commemorating the feat recognized by the COMMANDER, NAVAF-PACFLT for their superior performance. Received these last few originals from the actual squadron supplier. This patch does not have velcro on the back.

(From the Sqdn Supplier): This is the red/white 'diamond'-version of the patch worn on the left sleeve of the flight suit and/or flight jacket BESIDE the pocket. This patch does not have velcro attached as it is designed to be sewn onto the garment.

This is the red version of the nametags for the pilots for VF/VFA-102. This patch does not have velcro attached so that you can have your name/callsign embroidered on it. We can do so for a very small fee.

This is the desert version of the nametag for the pilots for VFA-102. This patch does not have velcro attached so that you can have your name/callsign embroidered on it. We can do so for a very small fee.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. This is the standard squadron patch showing the "DONT TREAD ON ME" snake on the world and does not come with velcro attached.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. This is the "Snake Head" version of their red "Friday" patch and does not come with velcro attached.

This is the (all red) version of the Hornet diamond aircraft triangle. The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. They currently are attached to CVW-1 onboard the USS John F. Kennedy.

This is the (red/white) version of the Hornet diamond aircraft triangle. The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. They currently are attached to CVW-1 onboard the USS John F. Kennedy.

This is the (green/yellow) version of the Hornet diamond aircraft triangle (which means this is the FNG patch! It is from Japanese beginner driver's mark!!). The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. They currently are attached to CVW-1 onboard the USS John F. Kennedy.

This coffin patch was created to commemorate VFA-102's winning of the 2009 Battle "E" award.

This is the "forward deployed" version of the Hornet diamond aircraft triangle. The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. This patch does not come with velcro attached.

This is the "Strike First, Strike Hard" version of the Hornet diamond aircraft triangle. The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. They currently are attached to CVW-1 onboard the USS John F. Kennedy.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18F Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the aircraft patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18F Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002 and this is the 'FAC-A' patch worn on the right sleeve of the flight suit. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. This is the Fighter Attack Refueling Team Pacific (FARTPAC) patch.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. This is the completely round version of their 50th Anniversary patch.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. This is the round version of their 50th Anniversary patch.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. This is the diamond version of their 50th Anniversary patch.

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. This is the diamond version of their 60th Anniversary patch.

This is the round version of the patch created for VFA-102's 10th anniversary of being located in Japan. It shows the "snake mascot" coiled around the center of three diamonds with the Japanese "Red Rising Sun" in the background.

This is the gold-thread-bordered version of the patch created for VFA-102's celebration of the '100 years of naval aviation'. Very nice (and fairly rare) patch from them. This patch does not come with velcro attached.

This is the diamond-shaped patch from VFA-102 for their F/A-18F, Block II aircraft bragging about their new A/A and A/G radar, the AESA (AN/APG-79).

The VFA-102 "Diamondbacks" are located at NAS Lemoore, CA and fly the F/A-18 Hornet. They were established in July 1955, and transitioned from the F-4J Phantom to the F-14A Tomcat in July 1981 then to the F-18 Hornet in 2002. During operations against Libya in 1986, they were fired upon by SA-5 SAM Systems. They also participated in Operation Desert Storm. This is the "Plane Captain" patch worn by those who take care of the aircraft.