{"product_id":"rc-model-aeronautics-ama-futaba-vintage-patch-set","title":"RC Model Aeronautics Vintage Patch Bundle: AMA Pilot, Widow \u0026 Futaba","description":"\u003cp\u003eA four-patch set from the world of model airplane and RC radio control hobbies: three Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) pilot patches plus a Futaba radio control brand patch, all vintage and deadstock condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese appeal directly to RC enthusiasts, model aviation collectors, and anyone who lived the hobby in the 1970s–80s when these patches represented membership, achievement, and brand loyalty in a niche but passionate community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-patches-embroidered-badges\" title=\"Vintage Patches \u0026amp; Embroidered Badges\"\u003eVintage RC model aeronautics patch set (4 patches total)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, approximately 1970s–1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embroidered cloth with merrowed edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatches included:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 Academy of Model Aeronautics Pilot patches (blue borders), 1 Academy of Model Aeronautics Widow patch (black border), 1 Futaba RC brand patch (green with yellow border and mascot character)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMA patches: 5\" × 2\" (oval). Futaba patch: 4\" diameter (circular)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e AMA patches white background with red\/blue winged logo. Futaba patch green background with yellow text and border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker\/Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Academy of Model Aeronautics and Futaba branding visible; no embroiderer mark visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadstock condition; appear unused. Futaba patch features stylized character mascot holding RC plane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Near Fine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadstock\/unused condition with bright embroidery colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll patches intact with clean merrowed edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText and logos sharp and legible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo staining observed on any patch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne blue-bordered AMA patch shows slight edge curling consistent with storage age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor storage aging, not use wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail — sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has been the organizational heart of model airplane flying since 1936—these patches marked club membership and pilot achievement in a hobby that required real skill, patience, and dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA meaningful find for RC and model aviation collectors, and a time capsule of 1970s–80s hobby culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"about reading vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\"\u003eWhile I do my best\u003c\/a\u003e to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48634486292735,"sku":"B5 – T 14–2865","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/RC_Model_Aeronautics_Vintage_Patch_Set.jpg?v=1780679701","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/rc-model-aeronautics-ama-futaba-vintage-patch-set","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}