Captain’s Uniform
Northwest Airlines
Northwest Airlines pilots wear typical naval-style uniforms first pioneered by Pan American in the 1930s. In recognition of Northwest’s roots as one of the earliest contract air mail carriers, pilots wear wings patterned after the original U.S. Air Mail badges.
Gift of Capt. Darrel F. Smith
Display Status
This object is on display in America by Air at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Uniforms: Civil
Physical Description
Military style visor cap with dark blue uniform material crown, black ribbed band, gold metal false chinstrap and black felt-covered visor with gold bullion embroidered oak leaves. Northwest Airlines enameled metal cap badge attached to peak. Tubular foam stiffener inside. Owner's business card in sleeve in plastic liner inside. Size 7 1/4.
Crown, band - polyester wool
Visor, liner, sweatband - plastic
Badge, buttons, chinstrap, visor embroidery - metal
Badge - enamel
Dimensions
Clothing: 26.7 x 27.9 x 15.2cm (10 1/2 in. x 11 in. x 6 in.)
Materials
Blended Fabric
Plastic
Brass
Non-Magnetic Metal
Enamel
Inventory Number
A20060603000
Credit Line
Gift of Darrel F. Smith.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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