Description: This USAF machine-embroidered patch measures 3.5" by 3", used condition. A great find for any military collectible enthusiast. In 1950 the 16th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron moved to Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina in 1958 where it re-equipped with McDonnell RF-101C Voodoo reconnaissance aircraft. The squadron deployed to south Florida in 1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis, flying hazardous overflights over Cuba gathering intelligence photos. The unit upgraded to the McDonnell Douglas RF-4C Phantom II in 1965. It also operated a flight of Martin EB-57E Canberra electronic warfare aircraft. It added Douglas EB-66 Destroyer jamming aircraft beginning in 1971 as part of the phaseout of the Destroyer at Shaw. It was the last USAF active duty B-57 squadron, retiring the aircraft in 1976 when F-4G Phantom IIs took over its mission.RF-4C Phantom II of the 16th Tactical Reconnaissance SquadronThe 16th remained the single RF-4C squadron at Shaw after the 1982 realignment of its parent 363d from a tactical reconnaissance to tactical fighter wing. It continued reconnaissance training in the United States until 1989 when the RF-4Cs were transferred to 67th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing at Bergstrom Air Force Base, Texas, and the squadron was inactivated.For any unsatisfactory reason, item can be returned within 30 days for full refund of purchase price.We gladly combine your winning items for a reduced postage fee. Please email us for a quote. For more selection, please visit our eBay store. Thanks!
Price: 12.95 USD
Location: Midway City, California
End Time: 2025-02-01T13:57:22.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: 20%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Featured Refinements: USAF Collectible
Modified Item: No
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Theme: Militaria
Type: Patch
Force: Air Force
