Boots, Pair, Flying, Type A-6, United States Army Air Forces
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The Type A-6 was a high altitude flying boot typically issued to American bomber crews during World War II. Standardized by the Army Air Corp on March 27, 1937, it remained in use throughout war. The lower section of the boot was molded rubber with a waterproof leather upper with a shearling lining. The boot was typically worn over an electrically heated insert or standard issue low-quarter shoe.
These boots were worn by the donor while serving with the 8th Air Force, 390th Bomb Group, 569th Bombardment Squadron from 1943 to 1945.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Footwear
Manufacturer
Hood Company Physical Description
United States Army Air Forces Type A-6 flying boot; molded rubber lower with dark brown leather upper and shearling lining; zipper with leather cord pull down the front of the boot.
Dimensions
Clothing: 33 x 14 x 25.4cm (13 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 10 in.) Materials
SOLE - RUBBER
UPPERS - LEATHER Inventory Number
A19710742000
Credit Line
Donated by Reynolds Benson
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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