Viking nine page "Valhalla"
The patch is an octagonal-shaped emblem. Within it, a Viking ship sails away on a bright orange-rayed sun in the background. A royal blue flag flies from a mast stretching upward from the deck of the ship. "VIKING," printed in royal blue, is to the left of the flag. A large white sail, bordered in black, billows from the mast. The Roman numeral "IX" is centered on the sail. The keep of the ship has the design of a green dragon.
The "IX" represents the Ninth Cadet Squadron. The dragon symbolizes the power and tenacity that characterized the Vikings, early explorers of the vast seas. The Vikings often sought adventure and were courageous in their exploration of uncharted lands around the globe.
This third patch in the squadron’s history was approved for wear in January 1978.
Information gathered for the page from "Squadron Insignia of the United States Air Force Academy" by P. Michael Sheridan, Library of Congress Catalog Number: 90-62369
Viking 9 Contact information:
Viking 9 located on the 2nd floor of Vandenberg hall in the D sections.
Charge and Quarters: 333-4574
Air Officer Commanding : Captain Roy A. Jones
Military Training Leader : SSgt Tomas Garcia
Squadron Commander: C/Lt Col David T. Guenthner