Pilot
Transcontinental and Western Air, 1931
Until the late 1920s, pilots flew in open-cockpit aircraft and were clad in flying suits, helmets, and goggles. The introduction of enclosed cockpits made possible such attire as this T.W.A. pilot’s uniform.
Gift of Ken Blanery
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
Manufacturer
Famous & Barr Co.
Physical Description
Blue-gray wool, double-breasted, 6 buttons each with indian head motif and company name, single gold stripe on each cuff, c.1931.
Dimensions
Clothing (On Mannequin): 76.5 × 51 × 20cm (2 ft. 6 1/8 in. × 1 ft. 8 1/16 in. × 7 7/8 in.)
3-D (Laying Flat, Storage): 78.7 × 80 × 6.3cm (2 ft. 7 in. × 2 ft. 7 1/2 in. × 2 1/2 in.)
Materials
Organic Fiber Fabric (Wool)
Plastic
Organic Fiber Thread
Non-Magnetic Metal Alloy (Gold)
Inventory Number
A19761937000
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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