Aircrew Basic Army OCP Sew-on Skill Badge Patch

The official Army Aircrew Basic Badge is awarded to soldiers who complete training and serve in designated aircrew positions. This OCP sew-on version is made with regulation 3-color Scorpion W2 fabric for wear on the Army Combat Uniform (ACU). Authentic U.S. Army Aircrew Basic Badge patch Made with regulation 3-color OCP Scorpion W2 fabric Sew-on style for permanent uniform application Approved for wear on Army Combat Uniform (ACU) Made in the USA to military specifications Why does my OCP patch or name tape look lighter than previous issued patches and name tapes? In an effort to standardize insignia across the Army, Air Force, and Space Force, The Institute of Heraldry collaborated with PEO-S to transition each branches insignia. The OCP rank insignia, badges, name, and service tapes are now a lighter, three-color background pattern instead of the previous seven-color pattern. This modification aims to enhance readability and facilitate easier recognition of ranks, addressing the c