GI Leather Flyer's Boot FWU-8/P

USAF FWU-8/P Leather Flight Boots

Strap in with the same GI leather flyer’s boot FWU-8/P issued to U.S. aircrews for decades. The 7-inch upper is cut from black full-grain cowhide and lined in supple calfskin for glove-like comfort. A fold-over cuff hides the speed-lace system—one eyelet and six speed hooks—for rapid donning before pre-flight checks.

Inside, a heat-resistant Poron/Texon footbed and steel shank damp cockpit vibration, while the Goodyear-welted rubber outsole shrugs off jet fuel, hydraulic fluid, and non-skid deck grit. Built to MIL-B-83277 spec, these boots are non-sparking and non-slip—perfect for ramp crews, pilots, or collectors chasing Cold-War kit. Brand-new surplus; once this pallet is gone, they won’t taxi back.

Specs & Highlights

• Upper: full-grain cowhide leather; calfskin lining 

• Closure: 1 eyelet + 6 speed hooks with fold-over cuff

• Insole: Poron/Texon, heat-resistant

• Construction: Goodyear welt; steel shank for arch support

• Outsole: oil-, fuel- & slip-resistant rubber; non-marking, non-sparking

• Height / Weight: 7 in shaft • ≈ 2 lb 10 oz per boot

• Condition: New, unissued GI surplus

• Sizes: see dropdown