VS-35 Blue Wolves Squadron Patch, Sea Control Squadron THIRTY-FIVE, US Navy S-3 Viking Heritage Insignia

Aviators! Are you looking for a high-quality patch you'll proudly wear or display? Look no further than the VS-35 Blue Wolves Squadron Patch!

By Don S. Montgomery, U.S. Navy, Public Domain,

Sea Control Squadron 35 (VS-35), known as the Boomerangers was an anti-submarine/surface squadron of the United States Navy. Established on 3 January 1961, at Naval Air Station Los Alamitos, California, it was disestablished on 30 June 1973.

History

On establishment the squadron was equipped with eleven S2F-1 Tracker aircraft. In July 1961, the squadron transition to the S2F-3, which would later be designated the S-2D. In 1962, the squadron was relocated to NAS North Island, California, and deployed for the first time as part of Carrier Anti-Submarine Air Group Fifty-Seven (CVSG-57) on board the USS Hornet and again in 1963.

From August 1965 to March 1966, the squadron again deployed aboard the USS Hornet for combat operations in Vietnam. The Boomerangers maintained surface and subsurface surveillance in the Gulf of Tonkin. Later that year, they assisted the Hornet in the recovery of the first Apollo capsule. The squadron's fourth and fifth deployments in 1967 and 1968-1969 saw them return to the Gulf of Tonkin for combat operations.

After their fifth deployment, the USS Hornet was decommissioned and VS-35 was reassigned as part of CVSG-53 and in May 1970 deployed in the Atlantic on the USS Wasp. On 17 May 1972, VS-35 deployed with CVSG-53 on board the USS Ticonderoga to the Pacific and participated in the Operation Pocket Money, the mining of Haiphong Harbor in North Vietnam.

"Hunt with the Pack": The Legacy of VS-35.

The VS-35 Blue Wolves Patch is a tribute to the "Viking Drivers," TACCOs, and SENSOs who maintained the defensive perimeter of the Pacific Fleet. As a premier Sea Control squadron, the Blue Wolves were masters of the S-3 Viking , utilizing its advanced sensors to track elusive diesel and nuclear submarines. This patch represents the grit of the crews who flew the "Hoover" through the demanding environments of the Western Pacific and the Persian Gulf, consistently delivering tactical excellence under the VS-35 banner.

Built for Veterans, Aircrew, and "Hoover" Enthusiasts For the aviators and maintainers who served at NAS North Island or deployed during the high-tempo operations of the 1990s and early 2000s, this sew-on patch offers an unmatched level of authenticity. Unlike temporary mounts, a sewn-on patch provides a flat, professional finish that won't shift or snag during wear. It is an essential piece for anyone restoring a period-correct "Lincoln" or "Vinson" cruise jacket or preserving the history of the S-3 Viking community.

Exceptional Craftsmanship Every stitch is executed to military-grade standards, capturing the vigilant and aggressive spirit of the Blue Wolf mascot. This patch balances the traditional Navy aesthetic with the unique unit identity that made VS-35 one of the most respected squadrons in the Pacific Fleet. It is a durable piece of naval history, built to stand the test of time.