July 2, 2007

Airmen Test Asbestos Suits (Sep, 1938)

Filed under: Aviation — @ 12:13 am
Source: Mechanix Illustrated ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Sep, 1938
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Doesn’t this look like a Beastie Boys video?

Airmen Test Asbestos Suits
CLAIMED to provide considerable protection against the danger of flames from an airplane afire in mid-air, asbestos flying suits are being tested by pilots of the British Royal Air Force. The suits are light in weight and, as can be seen from the photo, do not restrict physical movement.

1 Comment »

  1. Intergalactic!

    where are the giant robots and monsters??? :)

    Comment by docca — July 2, 2007 @ 5:28 pm

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