Piper NE-1 "Airship Squadron 32" Low Top Canvas Shoes

Sale price$62.99 USD
Gender: Men
Color: Black
Size: US5/EU38
Canvas Shoes Size Chart
What Size Am I?
Shoe sizes can vary considerably between brands. A US13 with one brand could be a US12 with another brand.  We always recommend doing a quick foot length measurement to find the correct size. Once you have this, you can ascertain your insole measurement (please see the image below) and then simply look that up on our size chart to locate the most appropriate size.
A detailed sizing guide, aliong with UK sizing can be founded here.
We also have a Shoe Size Guarantee to give you peace of mind with your size selection. More details can be found here.
Please note all our sizes are standard width. No wide sizes are available. 
US  (M) US (W) EU INSOLE  (in/cm) 
- 5 35 8.9 22.7
- 5.5 36 9.2 23.3
- 6 37 9.3 23.5
5 7 38 9.6 24.5
6 8 39 9.8 25.0
7 9 40 10.2 25.9
7.5 10 41 10.4 26.3
8.5 11 42 10.6 27.0
9.5 11.5 43 11.0 28.0
10 12 44 11.2 28.5
11 - 45 11.4 29.0
12 - 46 11.7 29.8
13 - 47 12.0 30.5
14 - 48 12.3 31.2
Current as at: Oct 1, 2024

During World War II, ZP-32 Squadron was part of the U.S. Navy's lighter-than-air fleet, operating primarily blimps for anti-submarine warfare and coastal patrols. Stationed along the U.S. East Coast, the squadron played a crucial role in protecting shipping lanes and convoys from German U-boat attacks. Blimps provided unparalleled endurance and the ability to hover over patrol zones, making them ideal for spotting submarines and coordinating naval escorts.

In addition to airships,ZP-32 utilised small aircraft like the Piper NE-1, a Navy-adapted version of the Piper J-3 Cub. The NE-1 served as a utility and liaison aircraft within the squadron, used for crew transport, observation, and training. Its short takeoff and landing (STOL) capabilities made it invaluable for operating from small, improvised airstrips near coastal bases. Together, ZP-32's airships and NE-1s formed a complementary team, ensuring efficient coastal defence and operational support during the war.

This design was completed at the reqest of CAF French Wing who operate Piper J3 F-GHLQ which wears the markings of ZP-32 Squadron

Many thanks for my wonderful sneakers!  I shall wear them with pride to remember my 25th mission with Bill DeSanders.

John "Lucky" Luckadoo (B-17 Pilot)

I was a bit dubious in ordering these, but I was very pleasantly surprised. They are excellent and well thought out. You just need to be patient regarding delivery. Well worth the wait. I'll be getting more.

Bradley D

Wonderful customer service. My error in 1st order they were good to their word and replaced at no charge. New order fits perfectly. Love the shoes.

Kelly S

Great quality nice comfortable and look so cool.

Justin McS

Brilliant shoes, comfortable and good soles. Customer service was excellent as well as my delivery went somewhere else but they helped me locate it.

Yvette P

I ordered a pair of the Avro Arrow shoes, and was totally impressed. What great quality, and super comfortable. I will be getting more for sure, thanks for a great shoe and supporting all of these great institutions, great job folks.

Royce C