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Vietnam War U.S. F-4 Jet Pilot Flight Helmet

Currency:USD Category:Antiques Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 500.00 USD
Vietnam War U.S. F-4 Jet Pilot Flight Helmet
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Viet Nam War, 497th Night Owls black jet helmet with sun visor and oxygen mask. Painted in white are the words "PHANTOM NITE PHIGHTER" and the name "WILLIAM". Also painted in white is a little phantom wearing a tall hat, cape, tennis shoes and is shooting the middle finger. This helmet was used by the 497th Night Owls, who flew F-4's and participated in all night missions. The planes flew so low to the ground, the bellies were painted black in order to prevent detection from the lights of the North Vietnamese Army.