During World War I, whilst motoring clothing was supplied, pilots were allowed to provide their own protective clothing by private purchase. Various types of flight jackets and trouser …

During World War II, there was no prescribed flying uniform that AAF aircrewmen were required to wear. In the Southwest Pacific, some flew combat in summer-season shirts and trousers while …

Flight suits were worn by pilots and crewmembers of the AAF for practicality, comfort, and protection from the elements. Flight suit material varied from khaki cotton and lightweight wool …

In the center photo, dated (Lead Crew) March 23, 1944, Joe is wearing the F-2 suit and F-2 boots with a B-2 cap, replicated above in my photo. Joe would volunteer for a second tour and there …

Jan 10, 2008 · The USAAF were the first air forces in the world that late WWII introduced anti-G trousers for their ETO-based fighter pilots. Does anybody have them in his collection and …

This exhibit displays representative examples of flight clothing worn by U.S. Air Force crews from the days of the Air Service in World War I to Air Force astronauts flying the Space Shuttle …

Nov 6, 2015 · We can’t even begin to imagine all the things they had to endure during each combat — flying and maneuvering the war bird while tolerating the discomfort of their flight …

USAF Korean War Fighter Pilot (F-80C Shooting Star, F-84 Thunderstreak, F-86 Sabre) L-1A Blue USAF Jet Flight Suit Coverall and USAF P Series Helmet On the right Vermont Garrison …

Oct 25, 2017 · Not long afterward, the US Navy adopted their flight suit. The only difference was that the pockets were slanted on the material instead of positioned straight across. In the early …

Jul 29, 2015 · LION Apparel, in conjunction with General Electric, worked with the U.S. Government and the military during World War II to design and manufacture the first …