Heavy Duty Flight Short
Heavy Duty Flight Short
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Heavy Duty flight short.
- All seasons Nomex fabric in OD green
- Wear as outer garment outdoors
- Wear for protection from sun, water and other elements
- Internal drawstrings must be tied for secure fitting
- Outer waistband can be rolled up for shorter length fitting during intense activity
- Zipper pockets must remain closed to secure belongings
- Back flap pocket provided for extra storage
- These shorts are made of fire resistant material
- MADE IN THE USA
- Sizing guide:
- Size 1 = waist 26"-28"
- Size 2 = waist 29"-31"
- Size 3 = waist 32"-34"
- Size 4 = waist 35"-37"
The military had a problem with earlier nylon jackets. The material offered no protection against flames and melted onto the pilots during fires. They needed a flight jacket that was fire-retardant. In 1972, the need produced the CWU, Cold Weather Uniform, in two different weights. The 36/P, summer, and the 45/P, winter, flight jackets. Made of NOMEX fabric, a Dupont product known for its outstanding thermal, chemical & radiation resistance. The Nomex jacket is still being issued to USAF pilots today. Current government-issued and made to US Military specifications. Nomex is a flame-resistant material used in garments worn by military pilots, tankers, firefighters, race car drivers, etc.