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

This is the nametag for the RIOs for VF-11.

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

This is the desert version of the nametag for the RIOs for VF-11.

This is the round gray version of the 25th Anniversary/Decommission patch for the VF-11 Red Rippers. It shows the dates of their existance from 1980-2005.

This is the cruise patch created for CVN-73/CVW-7/VF-11 "Red Rippers" for their 2004 Arabian Gulf Cruise. It also lists all the other squadrons that were on that boat. It has the familiar shape and design of the "Jack Daniels Black Label" found on the unofficial beverage of choice.

This is another "LAST" Tomcat cruise patch created for the VF-11 "Red Rippers" for their 2005 Cruise. It shows the years of their Tomcat existence from 1980 - 2005. Another must have "Last Cruise" patch.

This is the LAST Tomcat cruise patch created for the VF-11 "Red Rippers" for their 2004 Arabian Gulf Cruise. It shows the years of their Tomcat existence from 1980 - 2004. A must have.

This is the LAST Tomcat Felix patch created for the VF-11 "Red Rippers" for their 2004 Arabian Gulf Cruise. It shows the years of their Tomcat existence from 1980 - 2004 and says "Last Call, Baby". Another must have.

The original VF-11 lineage dates back to February 1927 and this is their 75th Anniversary commemorative patch. These are in VERY limited numbers, so get them before they are gone for good.

The original VF-11 lineage dates back to February 1927 and this is their 80th Anniversary commemorative patch. These are in VERY limited numbers also, so get them before they are gone for good.

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.

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 the desert version of their squadron patch.

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 the aircraft triangle patch worn on the right shoulder of the aircrews.

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 the "plane captain" patch worn by the maintenance personnel that take care of the birds.

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.

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.

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA fly the F-14 Tomcat. This is their patch that shows time spent in Key West. There are only a few of these, I hate to say. They will go fast. I should say, they WENT fast.

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.

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA fly the F-14 Tomcat. This is their 2000 Grand Slam patch. It depicts the Tomcats arsenal of missiles that they can employ, and the fact that they won the Grand Slam Competition in '99 and '00 as stated in the "Back-to-Back".

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA fly the F-14 Tomcat. This is their 2001 Grand Slam patch. It depicts the Tomcats arsenal of missiles that they can employ, and the fact that they won the Grand Slam Competition in '99, '00, and '01 as stated in the "THREE-PEAT".

The VF-11 "Red Rippers" from NAS Oceana, VA won the Battle 'E' Award for their excellence in all they did for 1996!

This is the VF-11 "Red Rippers" felix patch worn on the right shoulder sleeve of the aviators assigned to VF-11. Shown leaning on the historical crest of the "Rippers", Felix also has the twin tails and the holstered pistol, a trait of all the F-14 Felix patches. This is the version of the felix patch with the Blue tab.

This is the VF-11 "Red Rippers" felix patch worn on the right shoulder sleeve of the aviators assigned to VF-11. Shown leaning on the historical crest of the "Rippers", Felix also has the twin tails and the holstered pistol, a trait of all the F-14 Felix patches. This is the newest version of the felix patch with the Silver tab.

This is the desert version of the VF-11 "Red Rippers" felix patch worn on the right shoulder sleeve of the aviators assigned to VF-11 while operating in the 'Box'. Shown leaning on the historical crest of the "Rippers", Felix also has the twin tails and the holstered pistol, a trait of all the F-14 Felix patches.

A Fighter squadron based on the East Coast (Atlantic Fleet), they flew the McDonnell F3H-2N Demon, which later became the F-3B. They were an All-Weather, Carrier-based interceptor. They flew mainly in the Korean War, facing the MiG-15, and carried the predecessors to the Sparrows and AIM-9. Their patch consisted of their crest displaying "POTENTIA et POTESTIAS". Decommissioned in early 1960's??.