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Heavy Duty Flight Short

Heavy Duty Flight Short

Regular price $120.00
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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.
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