Name/Title
US Naval Aviator Leather Flight HelmetDescription
A brown, leather World War II era flight helmet manufactured by Bradd's Inc. The helmet includes two silver metal buckles with a detachable leather chin strap.Use
Made of leather, these aviator helmets were used to protect the flight crewman but were more comfortable in cooler weather.Context
Worn by Joseph Kristufek who was a plank owner on the USS Yorktown (CV-10) and flew missions off the Yorktown as an Avenger pilot in Torpedo Squadron (VT-5) during World War II.Collection
Joseph R. Kristufek CollectionAcquisition
Accession
2021.0011Source or Donor
Rick KristufekAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Manufacturer
Bradd's Inc.Date made
circa 1943 - circa 1945Update Date
August 2, 2024
