Gnat - Hoodie
£48.00
Folland Gnat
The Gnat first flew on 18th July 1955, developed by Folland Aircraft as a light fighter. It entered service with the Royal Air Force in 1959 as a trainer but the type was exported to other countries as a fighter aircraft. The Gnat was used by the RAF Aerobatic Team, finally retiring in 1979. This design is available in four colours with design included on the back of the shirt.
Granby - Hoodie
£45.00
Operation Granby 1991
As part of a coalition force, the Royal Air Force played an important part in suppressing the Iraqi Air Force and use of Scud ballistic missiles. The Gulf War Air Campaign started in mid-January 1991 with airbases being the initial targets followed by strategic targets such as oil refineries, communications and road systems. This designs shows a battle worn insignia and a nod to a Tornado GR1 from 15 Squadron that carried a motto 'Mig Eater' hand painted on its fuselage.
Grumman F-14 Tomcat - Hoodie
£45.00
Grumman F-14 Tomcat
The Tomcat entered service with the US Navy in 1974 as an interceptor and multi-role air superiority fighter. The F-14 replaced the Phantom II on board the USS Enterprise CVN-65 to protect the fleet and perform aerial reconnaissance duties. The Tomcat moved onto precision ground attack roles in the 1990s. The F-18 replaced the jet in 2006.
Halifax - Hoodie
£45.00
Handley Page Halifax
The Halifax first flew in 1939 and entered service with the RAF in 1940 as a heavy bomber in the role of strategic bombing missions. The Halifax flew over 82,000 operations with the loss of 1,833 aircraft. The Halifax took on many other operational roles including Special Operations, Glider tug and paratroop transport.
Hampden - Hoodie
£45.00
Handley Page HP.52 Hampden
The Hampden was one of the RAFs earliest medium bombers. Along with the Whitley and the Wellington, the Hampden took part in the earliest raids over Europe and was the first type to take part on the first night raid on Berlin. This design is also available as a t-shirt, long-sleeve t-shirt and sweat shirt.
Harrier - Hoodie
£48.00
Hawker Siddeley Harrier
This unique jet first entered into service in 1969 in V/STOL operations for the RAF. Operating out of improvised bases this sub-sonic aircraft was used in the close support and reconnaissance role. From the Kestrel the Harrier had a long service life right through to the GR9.
Hawker - Hoodie
£45.00
Hawker Aircraft
As Sopwith Aircraft went bankrupt Sopwith, test pilot Harry Hawker and Tommy Sopwith formed H.G. Hawker Engineering in 1920, becoming Hawker Aircraft Limited in 1933. The company acquired Gloster Aircraft, Armstrong Siddeley and Armstrong Whitworth to become Hawker Siddeley. Avro was eventually included in this group of companies. Today the Hawker brand still exists within the American company Raytheon that produces business jets.
Hawker Fury - Hoodie
£48.00
Hawker Fury
The Hawker Fury entered service with the Royal Air Force in May 1931 as an interceptor. It was fast and agile with a maximum speed of over 200mph. This fighter remained in service until 1939, to be replaced by the Gladiator. Sydney Camm developed a monoplane version which eventually became the Hawker Hurricane.
Hawker Siddeley Hawk - Hoodie
£48.00
Hawker Siddeley Hawk
The Hawker Siddeley Hawk entered service with the Royal Air Force in 1976 as an advance jet trainer. The Hawker was also exported to other air forces as a low-cost combat aircraft. The Hawk is used by the world-famous Royal Air Force Aerobatic Display Team The Red Arrows.
Hunter - Hoodie
£48.00
Hawker Hunter
The Hawker Hunter first flew on 20th July 1951, developed by Hawker Aircraft for the Royal Air Force the jet entered service in 1954. The jet used new swept wing technology enabling the aircraft to break the world air speed record in 1953.
Hunting - Hoodie
£45.00
Hunting Percival Aircraft Ltd
Percival Aircraft Co. was formed by Edgar Percival in 1933. Originally based in Gravesend, the company moved to Luton Airport in 1936. Percival joined the Hunting Group in 1944. Eventually in 1960 the company became part of the British Aircraft Corporation. Many aircraft were manufactured including the Gull, Proctor, Provost and Pembroke. This design has a deliberate weathered and aged look.
Hurricane - Hoodie
£48.00
Hawker Hurricane
Designed by Sir Sydney Camm, the Hurricane first flew in 1935. It was used during the Battle of France, Operation Dynamo and the Battle of Britain where it became known as the 'workhorse' of the RAF. As a steady and robust gun platform it was tasked to attack the invading German bombers with great effectiveness. The Hurricane continued to be produced in many variants right through to the end of the war.
Hoodies are made from 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester at 280gsm. Drop shoulder style with double fabric hood with self-colour drawcord. Has a front pouch pocket, ribbed cuffs and hem. Check the sizing page as this item can be slightly different than other brands.
Invasion Stripes - Hoodie
£45.00
Invasion Stripes
In May 1944 the new marking scheme was approved by Air Chief Marshall Sir Trafford Leigh-Mallory. Thousands of aircraft were to be involved in the invasion so the distinctive stripes reduced the risk of being attacked by friendly forces. The stripes were painted only on fighters, PR aircraft, troop carriers and light bombers. As Operation Overlord progressed the stripes appeared only on the undersurfaces to avoid air attack whilst on the ground. Stripes were used again in later conflicts such as Korea and the operation in the Suez. This design features a weather worn insignia and Overlord stencil.
Jaguar - Hoodie
£48.00
Sepecat Jaguar
Manufactured by Breguet and BAC the Jaguar first flew in 1968 and entered operational service in 1973 with the RAF and French Airforce. This aircraft took on the role of close air support, nuclear strike and later in a reconnaissance role. In French service, the Jaguar was carrier- based and replaced the Super Etendard
Jet Provost - Hoodie
£45.00
BAC Jet Provost
Developed initially from the piston-engined Percival Provost, the Hunting Percival and BAC Jet Provost was in service as an ab initio jet trainer for the RAF from 1955 to 1993. The' JP' was produced in a number of variants including the BAC Strikemaster that was exported to overseas air forces as a ground attack aircraft.
Johnnie Johnson - Hoodie
£45.00
Air Vice Marshall James Edgar Johnson
Due to an earlier rugby injury Johnson's flying combat career didn't start until 1941 with air offensives over France including involvement with the Dieppe Raid, Operation Market Garden and DDay. This design celebrates Johnson as a Fighter Ace with 34 destroyed to his name, but he was part of the RAF that was served by many men and women who were all heroes.
Kill Devil Hills - Hoodie
£45.00
Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk in North Carolina
After years of testing gliders, developing wind tunnels and building engines the Wright Brothers finally took to the air with a powered aircraft. The brothers had been camped at Kill Devil Hills for a number of weeks, enduring technical set backs and poor weather. On the morning of December 17th 1903, having won the toss of a coin, Orville flew the Wright Flyer for 120ft and started man's adventures in the air. This design has been given a deliberate aged and 'weathered' appearance.
La Fayette Escadrille - Hoodie
£45.00
La Fayette Escadrille
The La Fayette Escadrille N124 was formed in 1916 during the First World War. Part of the Aéronautique Militaire, the Squadron was made up mostly of American volunteer pilots, the name coming from the Marquis de Lafayette. The Escadrille adopted the bust of Chief Sitting Bull as its emblem. Famous pilots from the First War include Kiffin Rockwell, Victor Chapman and Norman Prince. This design has been given a deliberate aged and 'weathered' appearance.