Historical information

Donated to Sir Reginald Ansett Transport Museum. Formerly worn by Ansett Airlines pilot.

Significance

Complements the collection of air flight crew attire.

Physical description

Pilot's peaked cap. black cotton treated crown. black cotton exterior band supported by rigid internal rafia band. Has perforated leather sweat band. Rigid visor covered by black cotton fabric. Insignia features a red and black bird in flight, with a depiction in black as background, beneath a royal crown, and surrounded by a golden wreath of feathers. Black mounting. Gold strap above peak on front

Inscriptions & markings

No inscriptions. No markings.