11TH AVIATION BRIGADE
Skip Navigation Links.
Shoulder Sleeve Insignia


Description/Blazon

On a blue disc edged with a 1/16 inch white border with a 1/8 inch red border, 2 inches in diameter overall, three revolving and overlapping white arrows.      


Symbolism

Ultramarine blue and golden orange are traditional Army Aviation colors.  The shoulder sleeve insignia shape is taken from the first patch worn by the unit’s predecessor, the 11th Air Assault Division (Test).  The shield is further indicative of the protection afforded by the assigned Apache battalions.  The eagle, symbolic of Army aviation, represents the superior flying ability of the brigade.  It is silver to emphasize high ideals and meritorious accomplishments of Army aviation units.  The arrows on the eagle’s wings allude to the numerical designation of the brigade.  Also, they represent speed in flight and weapons capability of the organization.       


Background

The shoulder sleeve insignia was originally approved for the 11th Aviation Brigade on 25 August 1987.  It was redesignated effective 16 September 2006, for the 11th Aviation Command with the description and symbolism updated.  Redesignated the 11th Aviation Brigade 20 October 2022. (TIOH Dwg. No. A-1-739)

 






Jump to Top