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This is a one piece "Sidcot" flying suit 1940 Pattern. The suit was worn by pilots in Britain’s Royal Air Force during World War II. The suit is a redevelopment of the original Sidcot suit from World War I. The suit was first introduced in 1930 and was continually redeveloped until the suit was retired after the war.

This flying suit was transferred to the museum by the Royal Air Force Museum and there is no known information about who wore the suit.

 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 United Kingdom Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Flight Clothing Physical Description Royal Air Force khaki brown cotton 1930 pattern Sidcot suit; one piece coverall; fold down fur collar wrapping around neck; zip down front; three brown buttons on left side; large patch pocket on left chest; large patch pocets on both thighs; zip closure on wrist and ankle cuffs. Dimensions Clothing: 154.9 x 55.9 x 15.2cm (61 x 22 x 6 in.)
Other (Breast): 38in. (96.5cm)
Other (Legs): 30 1/2in. (77.5cm)
Other (Waist): 36in. (91.4cm)
 Materials Overall: Cotton
 Inventory Number A19751487000 Credit Line Donated by the Royal Air Force Museum Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Open Access (CCO)
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