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I read somewhere a while ago that pilot's boots were specifically designed so that they would look similar to civilian shoes for the exact reason that they'd be

I read somewhere a while ago that pilot's boots were specifically designed so that they would look similar to civilian shoes for the exact reason that they'd be able to blend in better.

NeedMoreTea 8y ago
The RAF had escape pattern flying boots[0] from from mid-war. Looked like a normal shoe with sheepskin lined legging attached. You cut the top off with the included penknife to leave a normal looking shoe[1]. The leftover bits were designed to reassemble as a waistcoat if you needed to sleep rough. Wouldn't be surprised if USAF had similar or maybe he was issued an RAF pair for having difficult feet. :) [0] https://www.historicflyingclothing.com/en-GB/ww2-raf/raf-1943-pattern-flying-boots-s8/prod_15245 https://www.historicflyingclothing.com/en-GB/ww2-raf/raf-194... [1] http://www.oldnautibits.com/assets/images/aeronautical/images/PC196.jpeg http://www.oldnautibits.com/assets/images/aeronautical/image...