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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.

 Display Status

This object is on display in Nation of Speed at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Nation of Speed
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Manufacturer Stefan A. Cavallo
 Physical Description Attached to the headphones is a United States Army Air Forces and Navy Type A-13 Pressure breathing or demand type Oxygen Mask; green rubber face mask with green rubber oxygen hose; internal microphone with black rubber cord; green cotton straps with button snaps and clips; embossed text "PROPERTY AIR FORCES U.S. Army , MASK OXYGEN, TYPE A-13A Dimensions 3-D (Overall, In Housing): 54.6 × 22.2 × 14cm (1 ft. 9 1/2 in. × 8 3/4 in. × 5 1/2 in.)
 Materials HAZMAT: Cadmium
Rubber
Organic Fiber Fabric
Plastic
Non-Magnetic White Metal
Ferrous Alloy
Paint
 Inventory Number A19740043001 Credit Line Donated by Mr. Stefan A. Cavallo Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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