Description
Lockheed Martin Skunk Works U-2 Dragon Lady Patch, Palmdale, CA - 3.5" Circular Embroidered Tactical Emblem with Hook and Loop Backing, Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Flight Test Product Specifications: Program: Lockheed Martin Skunk Works (ADP) Aircraft: U-2S / TU-2S Dragon Lady Location: Palmdale, CA (Plant 42 / Site 2) Dimensions: 3.5-inch Diameter Backing: Hook and Loop (Tactical) Skunk Works® associated emblems and logos, and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lockheed Martin Corporation in the USA and/or other jurisdictions, used under license by Squadron Nostalgia LLC "Toward the Unknown": The Spirit of the Dragon Lady. The Skunk Works U-2 Palmdale Patch is a tribute to the "Dragon Lady" drivers and the Skunk Works engineers who keep this Cold War legend ahead of the threat. Operating out of the high-desert facility in Palmdale, CA, the U-2 mission is one of the most secretive and demanding in aviation history. This patch represents the elite culture of the Skunk Works—where innovation happens "Anytime, Anywhere"—and honors the aircraft's role as the premier high-altitude reconnaissance platform for the US Air Force. Built for Aviators, Engineers, and Collectors This hook-and-loop edition is built for modern utility. Whether you are part of the U-2 community at Beale AFB, an engineer at Plant 42, or a military history enthusiast, this patch allows you to modularly display your connection to the Skunk Works legacy. The 3.5-inch diameter is the ideal size for modern tactical layouts, providing a clean, professional aesthetic that fits perfectly on modular loop panels. Exceptional Craftsmanship Every stitch is executed to military-grade standards. The design captures the sleek lines of the U-2's glider-like wings and the classic Skunk Works branding, ensuring that the legacy of Kelly Johnson's "Inquisitive Angel" remains sharp and recognizable. This patch is a durable piece of aerospace history, built to represent the pinnacle of American engineering. The U2 Dragon Lady prepars for takeoff at Beale AFB, Calif. on 11 December 2009. The U2 was loaded with an Optical Bar Camera to be tested for recertification of its photographic capabilities since it was last used in the theater of Southwest Asia. (U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt Aaron C. Oelrich)