WWII US AAC 1940 Pioneer Parachute Backpack Type Model P3-B-24 Complete & Packed

Description: WWII US AAC 1940 Pioneer Parachute Backpack Type Model P3-B-24 Complete & PackedWonderful & Historic Original WWII United States AAC Army Air Corps Pre-War 1940 Dated Pioneer Parachute Backpack Type Model P3-B-24 / P3-B (Army Adapted B-8) Complete & Packed (we did not open the pack - chute has not been visually inspected appears packed since WW2 but shroud lines appear intact), this Parachute Marked C.A.A.T.C. No. 119 was used stateside for training early war. The B-8 back type parachute answered the problem of the awkward B-7. Originally designed by the Pioneer Parachute Company as their Model P3-B, the USAAF copy (B-8) was standardized on October 1942. The new pack contained special bow stiffeners which increased flexibility and molded around the wearer’s back. The B-8 saw operational use in the ETO around late 1943, replacing the rigid B-7 and serving well into the postwar era. It was the standard rig for bomber pilots as well as operational fighter pilots of the P-38 and P-51. Although popular belief holds that the seat pack was standard for fighter pilots, records show that from April 1943 to September 1944, back type parachutes accounted for the vast majority of parachutes used by fighter pilots of the P-38 & P-51 and some quantity of the P-47 pilots. This example is dated Aug 7, 1940 was manufactured by the Pioneer Parachute Company as the Model P3-B Parachute. Overall Good Condition as Photographed with wear as seen. A Nice Candidate for any Period Collection, Impression, or Display - Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired - Displays Nicely (NOT INTENDED FOR USE)Check back often - we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria.Guaranteed Authentic PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE BUYING - If you purchase multiple items please wait for a combined invoice before paying.- Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item listed - further condition information will be included in the listing as is relevant, if you need additional photographs or have questions regarding the condition please do not hesitate to ask.- Payment is due within 3 business days after the close of the auction- New Ebayers (10 or less feedback) must contact me prior to bidding; otherwise bids will be cancelled.- I describe all items to the best of my ability - please do not hesitate to ask any and all questions prior to the close of the listing.- If for any reason you do not feel you can leave perfect positive feedback please immediately contact me so that I may have the opportunity to resolve the matter.- Mistakes very rarely occur - however if one does please rest assured that it will be corrected.- International Buyers are Welcome! Please contact me if you have any question regarding shipping costs.- All packages are shipped USPS based on the dimensions, weight, & service - there is a $1.00 handling fee added to all packages to cover packing materials.- I generally ship within the stated handling time but this may not always be possible; if for some reason your package is going to be delayed I will immediately inform you and give you a full refund on shipping.

Price: 975 USD

Location: Avon, Colorado

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