Officially Licensed USMC MWSS 173 Gryphons Patch

MWSS-173 Gryphons — USMC Embroidered Patch

Gryphons of Wing Support

The Gryphons of MWSS-173 combine the strength of a lion with the vision of an eagle — a fitting symbol for a squadron that provides the powerful ground support needed to keep Marine aviation soaring. This officially licensed patch represents the engineers, fuelers, and defenders of Marine air bases.

MWSS-173 provides the full spectrum of wing support operations including expeditionary airfield construction and maintenance, bulk fuel distribution, engineer support, motor transport, communications, and ground defense. The Gryphons are trained to rapidly deploy and establish aviation operating bases in austere environments, supporting Marine aircraft operations anywhere in the world. The squadron's versatility and readiness ensure that Marine aviation always has the ground infrastructure needed to accomplish its mission.

Perfect For:
MWSS-173 Gryphons veterans and active duty Marines, Marine aviation engineers, wing support personnel, and USMC ground support collectors.

Gryphons — Strength and Vision.