The product is a cloth patch featuring the emblem of the Italian Air Force 10th Squadron - 36 Stormo, flying the Eurofighter Typhoon.
This military-themed patch is designed for collectors and enthusiasts of air force memorabilia.
Made from durable cloth material, it showcases the insignia of the Italian Air Force unit, adding a unique and patriotic touch to any collection of military patches.
Complete with hook backing
Overview of the Italian Air Force 10th Fighter Squadron
Current Status: The 10° Gruppo Caccia is operational and focused on Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) missions, both in Italy and as part of NATO's air policing efforts in allied airspace.
Aircraft: The squadron transitioned from older aircraft like the F-104 Starfighter to the Eurofighter Typhoon (also designated EF-2000 in Italy).
Emblem: In the early 1930s, the "Decimo" (The Tenth) adopted the distinctive prancing horse (cavallino rampante) as its badge, a personal marking of Italy's World War I "Ace of Aces", Francesco Baracca.
The unit traces its origins back to the 91st Flight (squadriglia), formed on May 1, 1917, which included famous Italian aces.
During World War II, the group was involved in operations in North Africa and later received the Macchi C.200 and Fiat CR.42 aircraft.
After the war, with the establishment of the Italian Republic and its air force (Aeronautica Militare), the group continued its fighter role, using various aircraft over the decades.
The term "Fighter Interceptor Group" is an American military naming convention (e.g., the US 10th Air Force has component groups with similar lineage structures). In the Italian Air Force, the equivalent unit is called a Gruppo (Group/Squadron), which falls under a larger Stormo (Wing).