Connecticut Wing - 2021 Prototype

The prototype design by Lt Col Rob Roy is based on the current Connecticut Wing patch which is thought to be one of the oldest wing patches and has been in use from its inception. It was important to carry forward the history and try to make the design work to meet the new requirements. This disk-shape became a shield, and "Connecticut Wing" was added to a bottom scroll. The "15", like the numbers on some other wing patches, refers to the 1st Army Air Corps, Area 5, as well as represents Coastal Patrol Base 1-5 in Connecticut from around 1942. CPB 1-5 was one of 21 bases and one of 13 states on the east coast. The dark blue matches many of the USAF squadron patches and is a nice updated look. The blue itself stands for strength and loyalty, and the dark blue chosen represents knowledge, power, integrity and seriousness.

Information provided by:
Lt Col Rob Roy, Vice Commander, Connecticut Wing

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Connecticut Wing

The new emblem design takes inspiration from the current Connecticut Wing patch [Version 1], which is believed to be one of the oldest wing emblems still in use since the organization's beginning. It continues the tradition of featuring the Connecticut Wing's most recognizable symbol: Connie, the Search and Rescue Dog, who serves as the CTWG mascot.

Description

- The disk-shape became a shield, and "CONNECTICUT WING" is displayed in the scroll beneath the shield.

- The shield displays the roundel used during World War II by Civil Air Patrol, to represent the organization. This roundel was also on the original Connecticut Wing patch located on the aircraft fuselage and serves as a historical tie. Its placement within the white cloud on the bottom of the shield provides a location that provides more clarity and prominence.

- The dark blue matches many of the USAF squadron emblems and is a nice updated look.

- The blue itself stands for strength and loyalty, and the dark blue chosen represents knowledge, power, integrity and seriousness.

- The shield border is Air Force Yellow that represents the sun and the excellence of Air Force personnel.

- The scroll incorporates a white background that represents sincerity and peace.

The emblem design was submitted by the Connecticut Wing Commander, Col Ashley N LaPlante, on May 17, 2025 and approved by the Northeast Region Commander, Col James A Ridley. It was presented at a meeting of the National Uniform Committee (NUC) on July 1, 2025, and authorized as an official Civil Air Patrol emblem by the National Commander, Maj Gen Regena M Aye, on July 10, 2025.

Information provided by:
Lt Col Rob Roy, Vice Commander, Connecticut Wing
October 10, 2025

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169th Composite Squadron

"In 1997 the Manchester (CT) Composite changed their name to the 169th Composite Squadron in honor of Connecticut's men and women of the 350-year-old 169th Infantry Regiment and Militia. I used their coat of arms with slight changes to design a similar patch and coat of arms for our squadron."

Information provided by:
Gerry Guay, Designer October 12, 2018

NOTE: The emblem of the 169th Infantry Regiment of the Connecticut National Guard was approved March 2, 1927. The shield is white for Infantry, the blue saltire symbolizes Civil War service (North), the Fleur-de-lis for World War I service in France, the prickly pear cactus for Mexican Border duty. The red chief charged with the gold lion represents Revolutionary War service against the "Red Coats", the lion being from the British Arms.

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