This is the squadron patch for the 487 Fighter Squadron that flew the P-47 and P-51s during World War II, but were decommissioned in April 1945. The 149FS created a “retro/historical” patch of this design (seen below). Pilot Karl Waldron provided the inspiration for the 487th’s insignia and had the most “ACES” (14) and the most aerial victories (236.5) of any squadron in the 8AF…..lots of history with this unit. This patch has the “old” feel about it and does not have velcro attached.
