US Naval Aviator’s Summer Flight Helmet

Clothing/Dress/Costume

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Name/Title

Description

This WWII khaki canvas-cotton blend summer aviator helmet was manufactured by H.L.B. Corp. The helmet includes two silver metal buckles with a detachable leather chin strap.

Use

Made of a canvas-cotton blend, these aviator helmets were used to protect the flight crewman but was more comfortable than traditional leather helmets in warm weather.

Context

Worn by Lt. Joseph Rudolf (Joe) Kristufek. Kristufek 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

USS Yorktown CV-10, Joseph R. Kristufek Collection

Acquisition

Accession

2021.0011

Source or Donor

Rick Kristufek

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Manufacturer

H.L.B Corporation

Date made

1941 - 1945

Update Date

August 2, 2024