This little article is about the difference between Old & New Airline Hardware. Hardware is the stuff (we) pilots wear on our shirts, Jacket, and The Hat. Over the years, I've collected a few, mostly from the airlines that employed me. I've also acquired a few from the occasional Airline Show and from my Dad's Airline Career.
Below is a smattering of what the Ole' stuff use to look like, it had style. I know that may be my opinion, but you have to admit it,... doesn't that look COOL!
Below is an example of New Hardware. Now don't get me wrong, I can appreciate that times have changed and with that, there are going to be changes. And some may be harder to accept than others. I just think the Old Stuff had more Style and Identity to it,... just my opinion of course.
