I was doing a play in Chicago in the early 70s. Two of the cast members were William H. Macy and Mike Nussbaum. Macy’s dad, Bill Sr., had flown B-17s in World War II, 306th Bomb Group, 423rd Squadron. Thirty-five missions in Europe, recipient of the Silver Star.
Flight Jackets
Key Takeaways:
- The article shares anecdotes about three significant jackets—including two WWII flight jackets and the author's motorcycle jacket—highlighting their sentimental value, unfortunate alterations, or eventual loss.
- It critically observes general aviation pilot culture, noting an unspoken rule against "dressing the part" in flight suits or using overtly "aviation-ish" language, which are often considered affectations or stylistic gaffes.
- The author also explores various linguistic peculiarities in aviation communication, such as the FAA's substitution of "tree" for "three" and the general absence of casual swearing among pilots, connecting these to clarity and cultural norms.
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