General Colt Posted August 10, 2020 Share #1 Posted August 10, 2020 Hey everyone, Somewhat new to researching USAAF involvement in the PTO. I am curious as to what type of flight suit, helmet, and life preserver would've been issued to 5th Air Force fighter pilots from 1943-1945. Again, still new to researching USAAF equipment so I'm having trouble identifying what was worn in original photographs. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phantomfixer Posted August 10, 2020 Share #2 Posted August 10, 2020 I think your going to get a lot of options...there were so many variations.....but when I hear 5th AF fighter pilot.. I think of these two guys...and Lindy (tall guy with the B-8 goggles) too Khakis, A-9 or A-8, B-3 life preserver...AN-6530 goggles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmar836 Posted August 10, 2020 Share #3 Posted August 10, 2020 Yeah, basically summer-wear flight suits and gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doinworkinvans Posted August 11, 2020 Share #4 Posted August 11, 2020 phantom nailed it - tan flight suits or shirt/pants and the gear he listed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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