USAAF A-9 Summer Flying Helmet WWII
The A-9 Summer Flying helmet became standard issue just seventeen days after the U.S. officially entered the war.Produced with hooks to accommodate either the A-9 or A-10 oxygen mask,
The main body, is in very good condition, apart from two small tears, near the leather earcup edge, on either side, they have been repaired. (see photos)
A pair of leather earcups have been fitted, and a set of R-14 Receivers with loom and PL-54 plug are present, and are in excellent condition
The chin strap with beautiful condition shearling cover is in excellent condition with no issues, and has the initials G.A.C. inked into the leather, size
Extra Large. 1942 dated.
Excellent example of an A-9 summer flying helmet.
postage is included in the sale for U.K. only
S/N 214
price includes postage, to UK mainland only.
The head is not included in the sale
Code: 50332