Goggles, Flying, National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics
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A Type A-13A oxygen mask and Polaroid goggles were worn with this helmet during many flights in 1944-1946. It is probably the first helmet ot incorporate skull protection, oxygen, communications and eye protection in one unit. Although it was not adopted for issue, it may have influenced the design of other hard helmets developed for jet pilots by the military services after World War II.
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Manufacturer
Stefan A. Cavallo Physical Description
Gray rubber framed Polaroid goggles with a one piece green plastic polarized lens; gray elastic adjustable strap on goggles.
Dimensions
3-D: 20.3 × 2.5 × 7.6cm (8 × 1 × 3 in.) Materials
Rubber
Plastic
Elastic
Ferrous Alloy Inventory Number
A19740043002
Credit Line
Donated by Mr. Stefan A. Cavallo
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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