Mechanic’s Coat and Hat

Capital Airlines, 1940s

Mechanics for Capital Airlines (formerly Pennsylvania Central) wore coats and coveralls while servicing their fleet of DC-3s and DC-4s.

Gift of J. F. Ulrick

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

Manufacturer

Anderson Brothers Co.

Physical Description

White cotton, four metal buttons down front. Cloth belt with metal buckle. Size 32 regular. Has insignia "P.C.A. the Capital Airline" embroidered on back. Pocket on upper left breast and two lower pockets. Some oil stains.

Dimensions

Clothing (On Mannequin): 106 × 46 × 18cm (3 ft. 5 3/4 in. × 1 ft. 6 1/8 in. × 7 1/16 in.)
3-D (Stored, with Light Padding): 106.7 × 96.5 × 5.1cm (3 ft. 6 in. × 3 ft. 2 in. × 2 in.)

Materials

Natural Fiber Fabric (Cotton)
Ferrous Alloy
Uncharacterized Threads and Yarn
Paint
White Metal Plating

Inventory Number

A19740743000

Credit Line

Donated by Mr. J.F. Ulrick

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

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