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1960s APH-5 Fighter Pilot Helmet VS-862 & Squadron Patch


mds308
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This is my other helmet from LCDR O'Donnell's estate. This one was from the VS-862 Squadron. I believe this to be a short lived squadron. The helmet was painted in bright red/orange color. It reminds me of International Orange. The patch is superb and a very scarce piece too.

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When I took the visor compartment off for cleaning I snapped a picture of the helmets original gold color. Inside has deterioration. Patch looks unused.

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I like it!! Love the red/orange color and the squadron patch I really nice.

 

The squadron, I assume was a reserve squadron flying the S-2 Tracker?

 

Chris

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