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US AIR FORCE 1976 CWU-27/P FLIGHT SUIT -
Military aviation was first introduced during WWI. The need arose for pilots to wear special protective
clothing to save them from the elements caused by flying in an exposed cockpit. This was the birth of
the flight jacket and flight suits.
The item featured here is an example of the flight attire employed by the American armed forces.
This is a US Air Force flight suit. Type CWU-27/P. Dated 1975. White tag with black letters.
This flight suit was issued to a female. This is a flame proof flight suit.
The patches are attached to the uniform via velcro. The rank is attached to the shoulder area and
is covered with plastic. The plastic turns to a yellowish shade over age.
The name tag is made of black leather with gold lettering.
The flight suit has several patches and insignia. one sleeve has a patch from the "68 Aeromed Evac SQ".
The chest area has a "Military Airlift Command" patch. The rank of major is placed in the shoulder
area. It is of metal construction and is covered in plastic.
The American flag is placed on one sleeve. The nametag is of black leather construction with silver
letters. All patches are in full color.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for US Military Flight jackets
Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point
out clearly defined areas that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my flight jacket worth?".
A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the jacket is
reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth
of the American military flight jackets in the collector's market is illustrated.
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There are two different tags in the flight suit. They are both white with black letters. The
tags are located near the neck area. The larger tag is placed below the smaller one.
the upper tag contains the following information:
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Coveralls, Flying Man's, CWU-27/P
Sage green, High temperature
Resistant, Polyamide
MIL-C-33141A (USAF)
DLA100-76-C-0486
40S
3415-00-431-0965
Glenn Berry Mfrs., INC.
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The larger tag contains instructions on how to take care of the flight suit.
This US flight jacket may be currently
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this item.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other US military flight jackets, you can do so by going to our
The History of the American Flight Jacket
identification and price guide.
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