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RAF flying suit, 1940s. One-piece "Sidcot" flying suit 1940 Pattern, worn by pilots in Britain's Royal Air Force during World War II. The suit is a redevelopment of the original Sidcot suit from World War I. The suit was first introduced in 1930 and was continually redeveloped until the suit was retired after the war. This flying suit was transferred to the museum by the Royal Air Force Museum and there is no known information about who wore the suit. Khaki brown cotton one-piece coverall; fold down fur collar wrapping around neck; zip down front; three brown buttons on left side; large patch pocket on left chest; large patch pocets on both thighs; zip closure on wrist and ankle cuffs.