RJC Mens Naval Aviation History Shirt
US Naval Aviation History Men's Hawaiian Shirt – 55% Cotton/45% Rayon, Made in Hawaii
Naval aviation began in 1910 when Eugene Ely took off from a wooden platform built on the deck of USS Birmingham — the first time an airplane had ever launched from a ship. What followed over the next century was one of the most remarkable technological evolutions in military history: from biplanes with open cockpits to supersonic jets, from simple bomb racks to precision-guided munitions, from the Langley to the Nimitz-class carriers that project American power across every ocean. The Naval Aviation History shirt traces that arc across the decades, featuring the aircraft that defined each era of US Navy air power: the machines, the missions, and the carrier decks they flew from. Made in Hawaii by RJC since 1953. Available in Blue, Navy Blue & Khaki, sizes S–3X.
- US Naval aviation history print – Evolution of Navy aircraft from biplanes to jet fighters across the decades
- Made in Hawaii – 55% cotton / 45% rayon, RJC authentic aloha wear since 1953
- Matched pocket – Unlike imported shirts, our pockets match the print
- Notched collar & coconut buttons – Classic Hawaiian shirt craftsmanship
- Back yoke with side pleats – Comfortable fit and range of motion
- Sizes S–3X – Blue, Navy Blue & Khaki
Care: Machine wash cold, mild soap, line dry
Why Buy from AlohaClothes?
- ✅ Made in Hawaii since 1953 — authentic RJC aloha wear, not an import
- ✅ 55% Cotton / 45% Rayon Blend — soft, lightweight, and comfortable for all-day wear
- ✅ Matched Pocket — a mark of quality you won't find on cheap imports
- ✅ Century of Naval Aviation — the full arc of US Navy aircraft history in one shirt
- ✅ Ships from Our Maui Store — fast shipping from the heart of Hawaii
Perfect For
✈️ US Navy aviation enthusiasts and naval historians • 🪶 Navy veterans and active duty Navy personnel • 🎁 Gift for Navy veterans and naval aviation fans • 🏹 Air show attendees and naval aviation collectors • 🇺🇸 Veterans Day and military reunions
Size Guide – RJC Men's Hawaiian Shirt – 55% Cotton / 45% Rayon Blend (shirt measurements in inches)
| Size | Chest | Length |
| Small | 42" | 28½" |
| Medium | 46" | 29" |
| Large | 51" | 29½" |
| X-Large | 56" | 30" |
| 2X-Large | 58" | 32" |
| 3X-Large | 62" | 33" |
These are shirt measurements (not body measurements). Measure a shirt that fits you well across the chest and compare. Contact us if you need sizing help — Mahalo!
Frequently Asked Questions
When did US naval aviation begin?
US naval aviation officially began in 1910 when Eugene Ely became the first person to take off from a ship — a wooden platform built on the bow of USS Birmingham. The first successful carrier landing followed in 1911.
How does this differ from the Island Air Power jet-age shirt?
The Island Air Power shirt focuses on a specific era — the Korean and Vietnam War jet age (1950s–1970s). The Naval Aviation History shirt takes a broader view: the full evolution of US Navy aircraft from the biplane era to the jet age, across all decades of the 20th century.
What fabric is this shirt made from?
55% cotton / 45% rayon blend — soft, lightweight, and comfortable for all-day wear.
