Chinese Latest Generation TK-21 Fighter Jet Pilots ‘Smart Helmet’ with Oxygen Breathing Mask Microphone Socket and Visor Cover. HE 823. Chinese Latest Generation TK-21 Fighter Jet Pilots ‘Smart Helmet’ with Oxygen Breathing Mask Microphone Socket and Visor Cover. HE 823. Antiques & Militaria

An original Chinese fighter jet helmet provided with grey shell paint which includes a new three-dimensional red star device in place of the previously painted red star emblem. Accompanying the helmet is the YM-12 mask which is dark jade green is of the non-pressure demand type, obviously intended for use at lower altitudes and lacking a pressure-compensating valve component. The helmet colour was changed from white (originally thought to help facilitate wearer cooling under sun-heated transparent glazed canopies) to dull grey due to concerns about the visual contrast aspects of white helmets possibly aiding visualisation of the cockpit by opposing hostile aircraft. The helmet is in very good condition throughout; the grey paint still has its original finish, the plastic on the visor, mask and sockets are all in excellent condition. The webbing, stitching and foam leatherette ear pads are undamaged and the visor cover is in perfect condition. The label inside states a size 2 which would equate to 56/57cm. The price includes UK delivery. HE 823.