Martin Grant: Qantas Pilot Uniform

Martin Grant: Qantas Pilot Uniform
In Martin’s own words
personalities—it feeds my creative journey and assures that
everyone’s needs are met.
I began my work on a Qantas A380 flight from London to
Sydney where I met with the Captain and First Officer.
It’s important to see the people in action and get very direct
feedback.
I spent several hours in the simulators of at least 3 different
aircraft types with my instructors. The flight deck is a very
specific environment with limited space to move, comfort is
key but remaining smart is also important.
In Australia I met with around 50 pilots, male and female,
and we spoke about the specific needs of the uniform. This
part of the process is one of the most important. It’s where
I accumulate maximum information from a wide variety of
The feedback was clear - when in public, the pilots felt it
very important that they look respectful and smart—they
are proud to represent Qantas and want their uniform to be
recognisable.
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The design
KEY FACTS AND FIGURES
–– Modern-style paying tribute to the quintessential
nautical-style pilot uniform
–– Approximately 80,000 new garments
–– Single-breasted, navy suit in a streamlined cut
–– Approximately 30,000 metres of suiting and 30,000 metres
of shirting fabrics
–– Feminine version of the suit and specific female tie
for women
–– Manufactured in Paris, approximately 5,000 metres of gold
braid for the epaulettes, hat and stripes
–– The back of the jacket features a red vent to add a splash
of colour
–– Approximately 4 kilos of gold bullion thread used on the hat
and wing badge embroidery
–– Navy hat with a waterproof white top and gold embroidered
hat badge simplified with the iconic Qantas Roo logo
–– The suit is made from 100% Pure Australian Merino Wool
and Australian cotton in the shirting
–– A water resistant trench coat in bonded lightweight wool
–– The embroidery on the Captain’s hat been transformed into
Golden Wattle
–– Qantas Pilots used to wear a white cap from 1938–1974
–– This is the first time in 13 years Qantas Pilots have worn a
new uniform
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Garment
Description
Colour
Hat
(First and Second Officers)
The peak of the hat is navy to match the suit. The top
of the hat is white. The hat badge, embroidered in gold
bullion, has been simplified with the Qantas Roo logo.
Navy, white (waterproof woven
fabric), gold bullion
Captain’s Hat
As above, with golden wattle (Acacia pycnantha Benth),
Australia’s national flower, on the navy peak.
Gold bullion
Jacket
Single breasted, single button tailored jacket.
Feminine style for women.
French navy with Qantas red
detail on back vent
Pant
Slim line flat front pant.
More feminine style for women.
French navy
White Shirt
The slim line shirt comes in a short sleeve or long
sleeve with double button cuff, in a cotton/polyester
fabric.
White
Belt
Made from Italian leather the belt is simple and elegant
with a leather buckle.
French navy
Tie
Male—long, traditional tie.
French navy
Female—short, more feminine style.
Both with a metal and enamel tie pin featuring
the Australian coat of arms.
Wing Badge
Gold Bullion embroidery with the iconic Qantas Roo.
Gold bullion and navy
Epaulettes and sleeve stripes
Tapered to the shoulder and refined.
Gold bullion
Trench coat
Adapted to the needs of pilots in lightweight and water
resistant wool.
French navy
Knitwear
Made from 100% pure wool jersey.
French navy
Male—Optional vest.
Female—Optional cardigan.
Qantas Airways Limited ABN 16 009 661 901 | Further information and media releases can be found at the Qantas website: qantasnewsroom.com.au #QFNewLook