This is a seldom found blue lightweight type K2A flight suit, as used by pilots and aircrew personnel during Korea, Vietnam, and the Cold War.  The main zipper is a Conmar made with a vintage “bell shaped” pull.  The light material has a few small pulls/runs in spots, and there are two repairable holes on the back (see pic), where the suit had been hung on a coat hook repeatedly.  It has a black and gold embroidered tag that reads:

Suit, Flying, Very Light

Type K 2-A, Spec. MIL-S-6265

Size Small Short

Drawing No. 8183562-1

Stock No. 8310-785990-433

Order No. AF-19500

W. Foster Sportswear Co. Inc.

U.S. Property

Price: SOLD

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