PBY Catalina Stars and Stripes Unisex Pullover Hoodie
The PBY-5 and amphibious PBY-5A were powered by two Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial engines. Depending on the variant and load, the Catalina had a range of around 4,000 km (2,500 miles). Routine patrols often lasted 15 to 18 hours, while specially prepared flights could remain airborne much longer. Its endurance made it well suited to maritime reconnaissance, anti-submarine warfare, convoy patrol, search and rescue, minelaying, transport, and night bombing. The PBY-5 was a flying boat, while the PBY-5A added retractable landing gear for operation from land or water.
Catalinas helped locate Japanese forces during the Battle of Midway, hunted U-boats in the Atlantic, and rescued many downed airmen and shipwreck survivors. Black-painted aircraft known as Black Cats carried out night attacks and reconnaissance missions in the Pacific. The aircraft was commonly called the Cat, while air-sea rescue operations flown by Catalinas and other aircraft were known as Dumbo missions.
More than 3,300 Catalinas and related variants were built in the United States, Canada, and the Soviet Union. Many survive in museums and private collections, and several remain airworthy. The Catalina’s long range, endurance, and ability to operate from remote waters made it one of the most important maritime aircraft of World War II.
Product Details
Product Details | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
All warbird lovers deserve a comfy hoodie to relax in, so choose one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the ideal pick for those cooler nights!
✈ Side seamed, tightly knit fabric: neater fit and better durability through repeated washes.
✈ Three panel hood with flat draw cords: panelled construction that helps the hood hold its shape over time.
✈ Front pouch pocket with reinforced stitching: practical storage with added strength in high wear points.
✈ Fabric weight: 8.5 oz./yd.² (288.2 g/m²).
✈ 65 percent ring spun cotton and 35 percent polyester, Carbon Grey is 55% ring-spun cotton, 45% polyester: soft feel with reliable shape retention.
✈ 100 percent cotton face: smoother surface for sharper prints and artwork.
Production & Shipping
Manufacturing | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
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Made to Order
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Colour and Design Variations
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Fulfilment and Product Origin
This product ships from the United States, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Latvia, or Canada, depending on your location and stock availability.
The blank product sourced from Pakistan.
This product is produced in a Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) certified facility.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions | Cotton Heritage M2580 Hoodie
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Machine wash cold, inside-out, gentle cycle with mild detergent and similar colors. Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary. No fabric softeners. |
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Tumble dry low, or hang-dry for longest life. |
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Cool iron inside-out if necessary. Do not iron decoration. |
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Do not dry clean. |
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