Romanian Air Force IAR-316B Helicopter Patch

This embroidered patch represents the IAR-316B helicopter of the Romanian Air Force. The IAR-316B is a Romanian-built, license-produced version of the French Aérospatiale SA 316B Alouette III light utility helicopter. First introduced in the 1970s, the IAR-316B served various roles including training, transport, search and rescue, and light attack duties within the Romanian military aviation branch. The patch typically features a depiction of the IAR-316B helicopter and may include the insignia or colors of the Romanian Air Force. Such patches are worn by flight crews or support personnel to signify their association with specific aircraft or units. Items like this are of interest to collectors of military memorabilia, aviation enthusiasts, or individuals researching Eastern European military aviation history. This patch provides a representation of a notable aircraft in Romania’s postwar aviation development.