This is the 2015 Operation Inherent Resolve cruise patch created by CVN-71 and CVW-1 along with the other squadrons in Carrier Air Wing (CVW) One. It shows a SKULL with a lightning bolt through his eye socket with the Middle East countries in the background and says "CUSTOS VMFA-251 CAELORUM" along the bottom. This patch does not come with velcro attached.

This is one of the 2021-2022 Cruise patches for VFA-11 (and the other CVW-1 Squadrons) for their support during the MULTIPLE operations in the Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea. CVW-1 was deployed in support of operations in the Ukraine. The motto for this patch is "BREAK GLASS IN CASE OF WAR". This patch does not have velcro attached.

This is one of the 2021-2022 Cruise patches for VFA-11 (and the other CVW-1 Squadrons) for their support during the MULTIPLE operations in the Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea. CVW-1 was deployed in support of operations in the Ukraine. The motto for this patch is "DONT DO IT PUTIN". This patch does not have velcro attached.

This is one of the 2021-2022 Cruise patches for VFA-11 (and the other CVW-1 Squadrons) for their support during the MULTIPLE operations in the Mediterranean and Adriatic Sea. CVW-1 was deployed in support of operations in the Ukraine. This patch is the infamous "MOLOTOV COCKTAIL" design with the motto being "RUSSIAN DETERENCE". This patch is designed to be the centerpiece on a jacket or helmet bag and does not have velcro attached.

(Another AV8RSTUFF Creation): This is one of the 2018 Cruise patches for VFA-11 for their support during the 2018 deployment in Operation INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR). This has the "WHEEL OF SQUADRONS" (sublimated for incredible detail) and says "ROUND AND ROUND WE GO, WHERE WE STOP NOBODY KNOWS" with the Mediterranean port call locations. This patch does not have velcro attached.

This is one of the 2018 Cruise patches for VFA-11 for the support in Operation INHERENT RESOLVE (OIR) and shows the countries of Iraq and Syria on the left, with the Artic Circle on the right, with DFE - DFE - DFE - DFE bisecting the middle (not sure what DFE means). This patch does not have velcro attached.

This is the 2018 'DEPLOYMENT' cruise patch created by the VFA-11 'Red Rippers' in conjunction with the other squadrons in Carrier Air Wing (CVW) One. It shows an EAGLE with a bomb being released from it's left claw while holding a TRIDENT in it's right claw. The eagle has targeted IRAQ (as seen by the flag). This patch does not come with velcro attached.

(From the squadron supplier): This is one of the cruise patches for VFA-11 'RIPPERS' while onboard the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) for their 2020 deployment/cruise. It is a large 'backpatch' showing a JDAM being dropped right down the neck of a CORONA Beer Bottle. All of the squadron logos are shown, with several sayings throughout/on the patch. Great patch to use as a centerpiece on your wall or jacket!! This cruise patch does not have velcro attached.

This is the tailfin for VFA-11 'Red Rippers'.

This is the nametag for the pilots for VFA-11.

This is the desert version of the nametag for the pilots for VFA-11.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980 to the F/A-18 Hornet currently. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This patch does not come with velcro attached.

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA transitioned from F-4Js to the F-14A in 1980. They were originally stationed at NAS Miramar, but have since been switched to NAS Oceana and have switched to the F-14Ds. They played a key role in the air support during the air strike in Lebanon in 1983. This is the color version of their current MASCOT patch and shows him wearing a mask for his protection. This patch does not come with velcro attached.

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA transitioned from F-4Js to the F-14A in 1980. They were originally stationed at NAS Miramar, but have since been switched to NAS Oceana and have switched to the F-14Ds. They played a key role in the air support during the air strike in Lebanon in 1983. This is the color version of their current squadron patch and does not come with velcro attached.

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA transitioned from F-4Js to the F-14A in 1980. They were originally stationed at NAS Miramar, but have since been switched to NAS Oceana and have switched to the F-14Ds. They played a key role in the air support during the air strike in Lebanon in 1983. This is the desert version of their current squadron patch and does not come with velcro attached.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980 to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is the brand new "keyhole"-shaped patch created for the transition to the F/A-18 Hornet.

This patch was created for VF-11 for winning the "MUTHA" award. "MUTHA" has been a long-standing and rich tradition in Naval Aviation, and its chapter with the Tomcat Community is about to close. For the uninitiated, the term "MUTHA" represents a beautiful and revered status or trophy, held by the squadron which displays the best of those subjective qualities labeled as "Fighter Spirit". This patch does not come with velcro already attached.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980, then to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is their "logo" patch showing their "shield". This patch does not come with velcro already attached.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980, then to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is the brand new coffin-shaped aircraft patch created for the transition to the F/A-18 Hornet.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980 to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is the brand new "rhombus"-shaped patch created for the transition to the F/A-18 Hornet.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VF-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is their "Warrior" patch that is also created from their heritage, and continues even to this day.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980 to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927.

Callsign "RIPPER", the VFA-11 Red Rippers transitioned from the F-4Js to the F-14A Tomcat in 1980 to the F/A-18F in 2005. They were originally designated as VF-43 in September 1950, then redesignated in February 1959. They adopted the squadron insignia of the original VF-11 which was decommissioned the day prior, but even though they carry on the tradition of the insignia, they do not carry the original VF-11 lineage which dates back to February 1927. This is the cruise patch from 2006 while attached to CVW-17.

(Another AV8RSTUFF Creation): For those who served in VF/VFA-11 and wore the CNT's (khaki uniform), then you will remember the small, metal "cloissonnette" that was glued onto the nametag worn on the right breast. This is the small metal "cloissonnette" that can be glued on just about anything!