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This is an example of the trousers from the Luftwaffe two piece electrically heated "Kanal" suit. They became standard issue for pilots and aircrews sometime in 1943.

This flying suit was obtained for research by the U.S. Army Air Forces Foreign Technology Division (FTD) during World War II. These items were made available for study by commercial firms who could then incorporate any improvements American flight clothing.

 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 Germany Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Flight Clothing Physical Description Luftwaffe winter flying trousers; slate blue cotton exterior with a crushed velvet lining; zipper down front with snap closure at waist; zipper in front of leg cuffs; bellow pocket with snap flap closure on the theigh of each leg; patch pocket on right side leg with snap closure; attached belt at waist with loop buckle; cotton straps with steel loops on inside of the waist for suspender (braces); electrical heating element between layers with plug attachment. Dimensions Clothing: 116.8 x 55.9 x 10.2cm (46 x 22 x 4 in.)
 Materials Cotton, synthetic fabric, brass, steel, copper, rubber, leather
 Inventory Number A19771048000 Credit Line Transferred from the United States Air Force, Foreign Technology Division Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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