This flying suit was loaned to and worn by Edward, Prince of Wales, on a flight with Brigadier General William L. 'Billy' Mitchell around the time of the World War I armistice in 1918. The Prince, who was with Allied troops in Belgium, visited the American Expeditionary Force near Coblenz, Germany and took a flight over the Rhine.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
France
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Flight Clothing
Manufacturer
Victor Bernard
Physical Description
United States Air Service (USAAS) one piece coverall flying suit worn by Edward Prince of Wales; exterior shell brown cotton duck cloth; 8 exposed buttons down front; fur lined; attached belt; draw straps on each cuff; 3 draw straps on each lower leg; one button flap pocket on right breast.
Dimensions
Clothing: 172.7 x 86.4 x 10.2cm (68 x 34 x 4 in.)
Materials
Overall: Cotton
Collar: Fur and Lining
Harware: Brass, steel
Inventory Number
A19310036000
Credit Line
Transferred from the War Department
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
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