Original WW2 USAAF A-9 Flight Trousers & B-11 Flight Jacket Suspenders sz 42/38 For Sale

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Original WW2 USAAF A-9 Flight Trousers & B-11 Flight Jacket Suspenders sz 42/38:
$225.00

Original World War II U.S. Army Air Forces cold-weather flight clothing set consisting of a B-11 Flight Jacket, A-9 Flight Trousers, and the original suspenders. This is a genuine period set showing honest wartime use and would make an excellent addition to any WWII aviation or military collection.
Details:
Original WWII B-11 Flight JacketSize 42Spec. No. 3178
Original WWII A-9 Flight TrousersSize 38Spec. No. 3177
Original suspenders included
Condition:This is an original used wartime uniform and is being sold as such.
Jacket:Shearling hood lining has an approximately 3-inch damaged area (please see photos).One button is broken, with part of the original button still attached.Normal age, wear, and use consistent with an authentic WWII garment. Jacket is remarkable shape otherwise as all other lining is intact
Pants:Shearling lining remains in very good condition.Honest service wear but overall displays well.
Suspenders:Original suspenders are included.They experienced heavy wartime use and are currently held together with twine.Please examine all photographs carefully, as they are part of the description.
Historical Background:The B-11 flight jacket was introduced by the U.S. Army Air Forces in 1943 as the successor to earlier shearling flight jackets. It provided warmth with less weight and bulk, making it popular with bomber crews operating at high altitude. It was later replaced by the B-15 but remains one of the most recognizable WWII cloth flight jackets.The A-9 flight trousers were designed to be worn over regular uniforms during cold-weather flight operations and could be paired with jackets like the B-11 to help protect aircrew from extreme temperatures encountered during bombing missions.Finding an original jacket, trousers, and suspenders together is increasingly uncommon, making this an appealing display set for collectors of WWII aviation memorabilia.Sold as-is due to age. Feel free to message me with any questions or to request additional photos.