Velcro Rank Patch - Italian Air Force Lieutenant - Blue

Product overview

The Grado Velcro Blu Luogotenente Aeronautica Militare is a velcro-backed rank patch for Luogotenente (Lieutenant) of the Aeronautica Militare, designed for use on flight suits. It is intended for serving members of the Italian Air Force and verified collectors with the appropriate authorization.

Definition: a blue cloth, velcro-mounted rank insignia showing a gold-colored star and three gold rails on a red background, sized for flight-suit visibility. Sale is reserved and requires proof of service or a valid prefettizia license for collectors under art. 28 TULPS.

Main features

Clear, durable design made for duty wear on flight suits and for use in military surplus, tactical, and uniform applications.

• Materials: Blue cloth patch with a thermo-bonded gold-colored plastic star edged in red and three gold rails streaked with red on a red rectangular field.
• Secure fit: Rear velcro backing for quick attachment and stable hold on compatible flight-suit panels.
• Size: 5 cm wide x 6 cm high for good visibility without bulk.
• For Aeronautica Militare: Product reserved to Aeronautica Militare personnel; verification required at purchase.
• Authenticity control: Sale requires copy of service ID or delivery to the barracks address provided at checkout.
• Also of interest to collectors: Collectors must supply a prefettizia license in accordance with art. 28 TULPS.

How to use / When it’s useful

Attach the patch by pressing the velcro backing onto the matching velcro panel of the flight suit or approved uniform surface. The velcro allows fast removal for laundering or replacement.

Quick answer: use on the flight suit where rank insignia are normally displayed, or keep as an authenticated collector item if you have the required license. In most cases, this patch is used for clear rank identification during duty, training, or formal unit activities.

Care and notes

Simple care preserves appearance and velcro function; follow unit rules for insignia placement and handling. Sales restrictions apply as described below.

• Remove patch before aggressive cleaning when possible; gentle spot cleaning is recommended to protect the thermo-bonded elements.
• Do not alter the badge design or colors; it is an official-style rank insignia for Aeronautica Militare personnel.
• Sale is limited: buyer must provide a copy of service ID or enter the barracks address for delivery during registration or checkout.
• Collectors must provide the prefettizia license required by art. 28 TULPS for purchase.

FAQ

Q: Who can buy the Grado Velcro Blu Luogotenente Aeronautica Militare?

A: Primary buyers must be serving Aeronautica Militare personnel. Purchase requires submission of a service ID copy or delivery to a barracks address shown at checkout.

Q: What are the exact dimensions of the patch?

A: The patch measures 5 cm in width and 6 cm in height. It is sized for visibility on flight suits without being bulky.

Q: How is the patch applied to the flight suit?

A: The patch has a velcro rear backing for quick attachment and removal on compatible velcro panels of flight suits or approved uniforms.

Q: Can collectors purchase this rank patch?

A: Yes, collectors can purchase it only after providing a prefettizia license in accordance with art. 28 TULPS. Verification is required before completing the sale.

Q: What materials make up the badge elements?

A: The base is blue cloth. The star is thermo-bonded gold-colored plastic edged in red, placed above three gold rails streaked with red on a red rectangular background.

Q: What shipping or address requirements apply?

A: If you are serving personnel, you must enter your barracks as the delivery address during registration or checkout, or upload a copy of your service ID for verification.

Tip: Choose the correct variant and confirm your verification documents before checkout. Browse related rank patches and flight-suit accessories to complete your uniform or collection.