A-6 Stars & Stripes Structured Twill Cap

Sale price$27.99 USD
Color: Dark Grey
Size: S/M
Structured Twill Cap Size Chart

 
SIZE

CIRCUMFERENCE 

(in/cm)

Small/Medium 21 ¼ - 22 ¾ / 54 - 58
Large/ Extra Large 22 ⅜ - 23 ⅞ / 57 - 61 
 
 

The A-6 Intruder was a carrier-based, all-weather attack aircraft operated by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps from 1963 to 1997. Designed for precision bombing in any conditions, it featured a side-by-side two-man crew and cutting-edge radar and navigation systems. A total of 693 A-6s were built, including multiple upgraded variants like the A-6E, which added digital avionics and laser-guided weapon capabilities. In the Vietnam War, the A-6 proved invaluable, flying night and low-level strike missions against heavily defended targets. However, the aircraft paid a price - 84 A-6s were lost in combat, many to anti-aircraft fire and SAMs during dangerous deep-strike missions over North Vietnam. Despite its size and complexity, the Intruder earned a reputation for toughness, range, and heavy payload. Its role continued through conflicts like Lebanon and Desert Storm before its retirement. The A-6's legacy also lived on through the EA-6B Prowler, an electronic warfare derivative.

Why are the stripes vertical?
Great question - and you're absolutely right that the U.S. flag is usually displayed with horizontal stripes. But in this design, we’ve reimagined the flag as an artistic tribute rather than a literal representation. We chose to depict the flag as if it were hanging vertically from above, similar to how it might appear draped at a hangar entrance or suspended during a ceremony.  This vertical orientation allows the iconic silhouette of the aircraft to really shine -with the red and white stripes running the length of the fuselage, it creates a bold, centred look while still honouring the flag’s spirit and symbolism.

Flex fit , embroidered lettering and good shipping time. That's all you need from a hat and I Love Hangar delivered!

Frank D

Great quality, very comfortable. Looks amazing

Rick M

A really well made hat that fits nicely!

Scotty S