US NAVY CHIEF PETTY OFFICER AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE UNIFORM - VIETNAM - NAMED

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US NAVY CHIEF PETTY OFFICER AVIATION BOATSWAINS MATE UNIFORM - VIETNAM - NAMED
USN Chief Petty Officer Dress Uniform that belonged to:
ROBERT LEROY FAGG
Korean War and Vietnam War Veteran.
AVIATION BOATSWAIN'S MATE (ABE)
"Hookup man" ensures that aircraft launch bar (left) and holdback fitting (right) are properly seated in the catapult.
ABEs operate and perform maintenance on steam catapults, barricades, arresting gear, and associated equipment ashore and afloat; operate catapult hydraulic systems, retraction engines, water brakes,
jet blast deflectors
, deck edge and Integrated Catapult Control Stations (ICCS), and jet blast deflector control panels; arresting gear engines, sheave dampers,
deck edge
control station, and associated equipment; perform aircraft handling duties related to the operation of aircraft launching and recovery equipment.
Most of the work in this rating is performed outdoors on the deck of aircraft carriers, in all climatic conditions, in fast-paced and often potentially hazardous environments. ABEs work closely with others in aviation ratings
This uniform includes: Dress Coat, matching Trousers and Visor Cap.
All items are in EXCELLENT condition.
The coat measures 20" from armpit to armpit. The sleeves measure 23-1/2" from shoulder to cuff. The back measures 29" from collar to tail. The pants waist measure 32", the inseam measures 28". The Hat is a size 6-7/8.
Please look at the pictures and ASK ME QUESTIONS before purchasing.
You will receive the Uniform pictured.
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