Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole,  and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

VF-103 Jolly Rogers F-14 Tomcat

The F-14 Tomcat, with its swept wings and twin-tail is a US Naval Interceptor which rose to an iconic level during its service, and like all Grumman aircraft before her, she carried a feline name. The name, "Tomcat", was partially chosen to pay tribute to Admiral Thomas Connolly (Admiral Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Air Warfare) as the nickname, "Tom's Cat", had already been widely used by the manufacturer. In the end, the name stuck. The F-14 made its first deployment in 1974 aboard USS Enterprise (CVN-65), replacing the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II. Nicknamed the “Turkey” due to the movement of its control surfaces as it approached the deck, the F-14 is unquestionably one of the most famous and loved aircraft in Naval Aviation history.

One of many squadrons selected to fly the mighty F-14, is Strike Fighter Squadron 103 (VF-103) which was established in 1952 and is currently based in NAS Oceana, Virginia. The Squadron carries the call sign “Victory” and is assigned to Carrier Air Wing Seven. The first incarnation of the Jolly Roger was established on January 1, 1943 at NAS Norfolk, as VF-17, flying the F4U Corsair. Inspired by the fact that the Corsair name was derived from the French Privateers or better known as Pirates, VF-17's commanding officer Tommy Blackburn selected the Jolly Roger as the squadron's insignia. 

The VF-103 originally carried the markings of a cloverleaf and baseball bat. The bat was added due to an early skipper who carried one with him regularly. VF-103 adopted the Jolly Roger after VF-84 was disestablished , all the aircraft were repainted with ominous all-black tails and black bands with gold chevrons painted on the side of the forward fuselage.

The Jolly Rogers continue a long-standing tradition of “passing the bones” to the new members of the squadron (FNGs). The skull-and-crossbones encased in glass, known simply as “Ernie” is the remains of Ensign Jack Ernie of VF-17. During a fierce battle over Okinawa, Ensign Jack Ernie was attempting to disengage from a fight due to loss of oil pressure. He was jumped by two Japanese Zeros and fought valiantly, even managing to splash one with his crippled Corsair, but was shortly overcome by the second Zero. As his F-4U Corsair plunged towards the sea, Ensign Ernie managed to make one last transmission: “Skipper, I can’t get out, remember me with Jolly Rogers.”

After a last deployment ”Last time baby” on John F. Kennedy with Carrier Air Wing Seventeen and returning to NAS Oceana in December 2004, VF-103 gave up their F-14B Tomcats and began transition to the F/A-18F Super Hornet and transfer to Carrier Air Wing Seven. The squadron was officially re-designated as VFA-103.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

On June 3rd, 1942, the original Grim Reapers was activated as VF-10 at NAS San Diego.  Flying the F4F Wildcat, and were initially deployed on the carrier USS Enterprise (CV-6) to the Southern Pacific.  

Once retuning to mainland US, The Grim Reapers transitioned into the F6F-3 Hellcat and redeployed onboard the USS Enterprise to the Pacific Theater.  During their second deployment, VF-10 engaged in various operations including the Marshall Islands Jaluit, Emirau, Western Caroline Islands, Hollandia, Truk Lagoon, and lastly, theBattle of the Philippine Sea, more famously known as the "Marianas Turkey Shoot”.

In May, 1952, VF-101 was commissioned and assumed the name and markings of the original Reaper squadron. Equipped with the FG-1D Corsair fighter, the Grim Reapers were deployed to the Korean War.  

In April 1958, the Grim Reapers became part of the Readiness Attack Carrier Air Wing 4, and ceased to be a deployable squadron.

1994,the Grim Reapers were moved to NAS Oceana, and the disestablishment of VF-124 made the Grim Reapers the sole F-14 fleet replacement  squadron in the US Navy. As F-14 squadrons began to transition to new F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, VF-101 mission began to diminish. On September 30th, 2005, VF-101was disestablished at a ceremony at NAS Oceana, and the Tomcat was retired. 

On May first, 2012, the Grim Reapers was redesigned as Strike Fighter Squadron 101 (VFA-101), moved to Eglin Air Force Base, and was reactivated as a Fleet Replacement Squadron training on the carrier capable variant of the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter(JSF)  

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

The Spitfire we are honoured to represent was flown by Wing Commander Lloyd “Chad” Chadburn of the Canadian fighter wing number 127 RCAF. His command included the 403, 421, and 416 Squadrons.  His aircraft was painted with the RCAF roundel and the letters LVC which signified the Wing Commander’s initials.  The white band painted on the tail of the aircraft indicated that it was a day fighter. 

Wing Commander Chadburn was credited with over 14 enemy kills and two German E-Boats sunk, two damaged, as well as a destroyer damaged.  He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Distinguished Service Order and Bar, the French Croix de Guerre avec Palme and was made a Chevalier (Knight) in the French Legion of honour.  At only 22 years of age, Chadburn was the youngest Wing Commander in the RCAF.

Ironically, Chadburn was turned down twice when he tried to enlist in the RCAF in 1939.  In 1940 he was finally accepted as an Air Gunner.  Shortly after, he was reassigned for pilot training.

During his service, one of Chad’s prime missions was to escort USAF B-26 Maurauders as they attacked coastal installations and enemy airfields.  In 60 sorties escorting the USAF, only one Marauder was lost to enemy fighters.  In recognition of the safe passage Chad provided to the bomber crews, the American crews nicknamed him “The Angel”.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

The Spitfire we are honoured to represent was flown by Wing Commander Lloyd “Chad” Chadburn of the Canadian fighter wing number 127 RCAF. His command included the 403, 421, and 416 Squadrons.  His aircraft was painted with the RCAF roundel and the letters LVC which signified the Wing Commander’s initials.  The white band painted on the tail of the aircraft indicated that it was a day fighter. 

Wing Commander Chadburn was credited with over 14 enemy kills and two German E-Boats sunk, two damaged, as well as a destroyer damaged.  He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Distinguished Service Order and Bar, the French Croix de Guerre avec Palme and was made a Chevalier (Knight) in the French Legion of honour.  At only 22 years of age, Chadburn was the youngest Wing Commander in the RCAF.

Ironically, Chadburn was turned down twice when he tried to enlist in the RCAF in 1939.  In 1940 he was finally accepted as an Air Gunner.  Shortly after, he was reassigned for pilot training.

During his service, one of Chad’s prime missions was to escort USAF B-26 Maurauders as they attacked coastal installations and enemy airfields.  In 60 sorties escorting the USAF, only one Marauder was lost to enemy fighters.  In recognition of the safe passage Chad provided to the bomber crews, the American crews nicknamed him “The Angel”.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

Our limited edition vintage aviation clothing undergo a special aging and weathering process that gives the look of being printed in a Quonset hut, faded by the tropical sun and flown fifty missions. Much like an old flight jacket, they will only become more comfortable, faded and treasured with each passing day and each passing flight.

Printed on very high quality garment dyed fabric, pre shrunk 6.1 ounce heavy weight cotton. Set in Sleeves. ¾ ribbed collar with double-needle top stitched neckline. Double needle stitched armhole, sleeve and waist hems. Taped neck shoulder to shoulder.

We salute fellow flight crews around the world as they perform their thankless duties high in the stratosphere in their service to the will of the dark overlords.  Whether you have been assigned to spray toxic barium, aluminum salts, polymer fibers, thorium, silicon carbide and electrically-conductive electromagnetic materials, mind control elements, and the multitude of ongoing government climate engineering operations, we wanted to show a little appreciation for all your dedicated work.  Introducing the official Sierra Hotel Aeronautics Chemtrail Operations Flight Crew heavy cotton T

Almost every commercial jet operating manual has one--a single page with the matter-of-fact title, "Jet Blast Data." On this page is a diagram of the aircraft's jet blast "damage profile," as measured from the tail and with engines at low RPM settings (usually 35 to 40 percent N1). This profile extends in line from the outboard wing-mounted engines to more than 200 feet behind some larger aircraft. Within this area, jet engines can generate hurricane-level exhaust forces approaching 100 knots.

The potentially dire results? Before a crew can say "powerback," jet engine blast can up-root trees, flatten building structures, shatter windows, lift and propel heavy objects, weathercock braked airplanes, blow over lift trucks, shift unbraked baggage carts, and create other havoc on airport ramps, taxiways, and runways.

Although the diagrams don't say so, jet blast can also injure or kill crew and passengers who happen to cross its path.

The fact that few serious jet blast incidents and accidents occur during millions of ground operations annually is a tribute to the training and professionalism of air carrier flight and ground crews, and to the continual care they exercise in ground operations. When we looked at ASRS data, we found that ground jet blast incidents (fifty-one reports) represented only a tiny fraction of the total incidents reported. Yet even this small number of jet blast reports contained some surprises:

 Almost half of the jet blast incidents reported to ASRS occurred on taxiways, in run-up areas, and adjacent to or on runways--all relatively uncongested airport areas. The other half occurred on ramps, where many more such incidents might be expected because of close aircraft parking and tight maneuvering conditions;

Incidents of jet blast damage that occurred on ramps were invariably associated with sharp turns of the aircraft during an engines-on pushback, powerback, taxi-out, or taxi into a gate. Use of a tug or tractor did not prevent such incidents if the aircraft was turned sharply during the pushback or taxi-in maneuver;

Eighty-five percent of the damage inflicted by jet blast was to the wings, props, flaps, and rudders of other aircraft, especially to light aircraft weighing five-thousand pounds or less. Eleven percent of the damage incidents involved building structures, objects, or vehicles. Injuries to people accounted for four percent of the jet blast damage total.

From the world's first flight of an airliner, the 1919 Benoist XIV, to the Supersonic Concorde riding the high reaches of the atmosphere; passengers have seen the beauty and wonder of our world from the windows along the fuselage. Celebrate the history of airline flight with our aviation T shirt “The Airliner”.  An exact scaled reproduction of the window, door and allignment markings of an Airbus A330