Spanish Air Force SA-330 Puma Patch

This embroidered patch represents the SA-330 Puma helicopter as used by the Spanish Air Force. The SA-330 Puma is a medium transport and utility helicopter originally developed by Sud Aviation and later manufactured by Aerospatiale in France. It has been widely adopted by military forces worldwide, including Spain, primarily for troop transport, cargo delivery, and search and rescue missions. The patch features a detailed depiction of the Puma helicopter, displaying characteristic design elements such as its twin-engine configuration and distinctive rotor arrangement. Spanish Air Force insignia are typically incorporated to denote its specific service use. Such patches are worn on flight suits or uniforms by aircrew and support personnel to signify their assignment or qualification with the Puma helicopter fleet. This item provides a representative example of Spanish military aviation insignia from the late 20th century and serves as a tangible piece of military and aviation history.