(Another AV8RSTUFF Creation): This is the OCP/subdued version of the “Black Eagles” squadron patch. Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 113 (VAW-113), known as “Black Eagles”, was established on 20 April 1967 flying the E-2A Hawkeye. Check WIKIPEDIA for a very long and distinguished flying career for the squadron! (For example), In 2010, VAW-113 completed a work-up cycle which included the multinational RIMPAC 2010. In February 2011, the squadron deployed aboard the USS Ronald Reagan in support of Operation New Dawn in Iraq and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. In March, during the transit across the Pacific, the squadron was called into action following the devastating 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami in Japan. The squadron provided the airborne command of the relief effort using their Hawkeye 2000s in Operation Tomodachi. Commander of Naval Air Forces awarded the squadron with their tenth Battle ÒEÓ Award for their efforts. This patch does come with velcro attached.
