Original U.S. Early Vietnam War USN Navy Pilot Gentex APH-5 Flying Helmet Multi Nation Flags development of the improved M1A3

development of the improved M1A3 version was first publicly disclosed in 2009

O-739001 (MIA / KIA) IN

Ready to frame and display

11 3/8 inches in length

Metal condition is good with a nice gray patina from years of polish

Original U.S. Early Vietnam War USN Navy Pilot Gentex APH-5 Flying Helmet Multi Nation Flags development of the improved M1A3Original Item: Only One Available. This is a 1960's early Vietnam War era United States Navy USN Helicopter Flight Helmet type APH 5 Helmet manufactured by GENTEX in size large. The helmet is in overall good condition with headset receivers, functional retractable tinted visor which is cracked. The helmet was painted black for reasons unknown, the wearer more than likely wanted to change from the gold color. The original golden color can still be seen