The Snapshots in Time Collection

U.S. Navy Aviator's Flying Helmet with Integrated Oxygen Mask, Korean War Era

U.S. Navy Aviator's Flying Helmet with Integrated Oxygen Mask, Korean War Era

A U.S. Navy aviator's flying helmet, complete with integrated headphone and oxygen mask, representative of standard cockpit gear worn by naval pilots during the Korean War. Personal equipment such as this connected aircrew to their aircraft's communication and life-support systems at altitude. Project: 218188