Title

US Naval Aviator's Summer Flight Helmet

Description

This World War II khaki canvas-cotton blend summer aviator helmet was manufactured by Slote & Klein with a Telephonica headset installed. The helmet includes two silver metal buckles with a detachable leather chin strap.

Context

Worn by Lt. Joseph Rudolf 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.

Accession #

2021.0011

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Secondary Object Name

Helmet, Aviator's

Primary Object Name

Flight Helmets

Sub-Class Name

Headwear

Class Name

Clothing