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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.

America by Air
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 Usage conditions apply
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