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Herky Bird Co.

Coast Guard Tail Flash Hat – MH-60 Jayhawk | UV-Printed Patch

Coast Guard Tail Flash Hat – MH-60 Jayhawk | UV-Printed Patch

Represent the Rock — Air Station Kodiak, Alaska.

This hat is built for the crews who fly the MH-60 Jayhawk out of one of the most demanding duty stations on the planet. The UV-printed leatherette patch captures the iconic USCG tail flash in full color — race stripe, roundel, and the silhouette of the 60 banking hard over Kodiak waters.

Mounted on a Richardson 112 trucker in OD Green. Designed by aircrew, for aircrew.

Patch Details

  • UV-printed leatherette patch — full color, sharp detail
  • USCG tail flash design with MH-60 Jayhawk silhouette
  • Kodiak, Alaska text banner
  • Coast Guard roundel and race stripe in CG red/white/blue

Hat Details

  • Richardson 112 — Original Trucker, adjustable snapback
  • OD Green with tan mesh back
  • Structured front, mid-profile
  • One size fits most

Add Your Station or Unit (+$5)

Want your specific Air Station or unit designation on the hat? Select the "With Station/Unit Customization" option and enter your station or unit in the order notes at checkout (e.g., "Air Station Kodiak," "Air Station Sitka," your unit number, etc.). We'll work it into the design.

Squadron / Bulk Orders

Ordering for the whole crew? Squadron orders of 10+ hats qualify for bulk pricing. Send us a message before ordering.

Veteran-owned. Designed by aircrew, for aircrew.

$32.00 USD
$32.00 USD
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Every hat is inspected before it ships — guaranteed satisfaction or we make it right.
Materials & Build Quality
  • Premium hat bases Richardson 112 trucker, Richardson 115 5-panel, Legacy Old Favorite 110, and Wide-Front 169 — each chosen for structure, fit, and durability on the flightline.
  • Structured & unstructured options Mid-profile structured crowns for a sharp look; low-profile unstructured for an everyday wear feel.
  • Patch materials Leather, faux leather, and woven patch panels — sized and positioned for maximum engraving detail.
  • Snapback & adjustable closures Plastic snap, hook-and-loop, and fitted options depending on style — one-size-fits-most designs built for all aircrew.
Laser Engraving Process
  • Precision CO2 laser engraving Each design is burned directly into the patch — not printed, not embroidered. The result is permanent, fade-resistant detail that gets sharper with time.
  • Custom artwork & call signs Upload your own design or choose from our library of aircraft silhouettes, unit crests, and aviation motifs. Add a call sign, tail number, or unit designation.
  • Veteran-designed, veteran-built Every design is reviewed and engraved in-house by a C-130 aviator with 25+ years of military aviation experience. We know the details matter.
  • One-off production, every time No mass production. Your hat is made to order, meaning each piece gets individual attention from the workbench to the shipping box.
Care & Longevity
  • Spot clean only — hand wipe the patch with a damp cloth. Avoid submerging or machine washing.
  • Reshape while damp if the brim bends. Let air dry on a flat surface or hat form.
  • The engraving is permanent — it will not peel, crack, or fade. The more you wear it, the better it looks.
  • Satisfaction guaranteed If anything isn't right with your hat, reach out and we'll make it right — no questions asked.
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