America's Largest Manufacturer of Made-to-Order Flight Suits, Uniforms, Leather Jackets, Flying Helmets and Aviation Supplies for Pilots, Military, Emergency Response and Law Enforcement. For over 30 years, Gibson & Barnes has been America's largest and most trusted manufacturer & supplier of high quality aviation supplies.
We have personally outfitted more pilots, law enforcement officers and EMS personnel than any other company in the world. All of our pilot supplies - flight suits, uniforms, and leather jackets - are manufactured and made-to-order in our own 35,000 sq. Our selection of leather bomber jackets run the gamut from historical WW II designs, to law enforcement, airlines and motorcycle jackets in a variety of hides.
We have personally outfitted more pilots, law enforcement officers and EMS personnel than any other company in the world. All of our pilot supplies - flight suits, uniforms, and leather jackets - are manufactured and made-to-order in our own 35,000 sq. Our selection of leather bomber jackets run the gamut from historical WW II designs, to law enforcement, airlines and motorcycle jackets in a variety of hides.
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Gibson & Barnes manufactures flight suits, uniforms, jackets, leather jackets, flying helmets, and communications equipment. Our customers are pilots, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, military, test pilots, airline pilots and individuals. We started manufacturing with two employees in a 1,000 square foot building in 1977.
The EMS uniform is the ideal emergency response uniform. We started with our sentinel uniform and added the features that matter most to EMS crews. This uniform is the spitting image of the popular CWU-27/P found in the cockpits of US military aircraft flying over the world's hotspots. If you like the military flight suit, but want something a little more tailored, you'll like the design of our Classic Uniform.
Gentex has manufactured flight helmets for over 65 years. Gentex helmets are used by the entire U.S. Armed forces, by over 50 countries, and by countless Air Medical, Law Enforcement, and commercial helicopter crews. They are renowned for innovation, reliability, and quality assurance.
Gentex helmets are manufactured in a ISO-9001 certified factory and tested in an AS9001C certified laboratory under full-time, on-site, Defense Logistics Agency oversight.You can have confidence in Gentex helicopter helmets. The HGU-56/P helicopter helmet is the most protective helicopter every made.
Gentex helmets are manufactured in a ISO-9001 certified factory and tested in an AS9001C certified laboratory under full-time, on-site, Defense Logistics Agency oversight.You can have confidence in Gentex helicopter helmets. The HGU-56/P helicopter helmet is the most protective helicopter every made.
The Gentex brand has become a leader in fixed wing aviator helmets, helicopter helmets and jet pilot helmets. All Gentex flight helmets are functional and adaptable. Whether you are looking for a U.S. Air Force grade fixed wing helmets or helmet systems that can offer multi-platform use within the Army, Coast Guard, Law Enforcement and/or civilian rotary aircraft, Gentex is the brand for you.
With its revolutionary ergonomic shell geometry, FAST is our most advanced line of helmets, providing the highest level of ballistic protection at the lightest weight. Designed for combat operations, these shells provide different ballistic protection levels and cuts to suit the range of mission and comms needs.
Reviews (22)
Elmer Martin
Oct 29, 2021
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It took some effort to figure out what size flight suit fit a 14 year old boy, but after that effort I ordered a 36 Short and it fit perfectly. What was remarkable was that G&B had in stock a 36S size and also was able to assist in the sizing. The product itself is great, and the right size made it even "greater".
John N.
Jun 16, 2021
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Ken Deee
Apr 18, 2021
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"DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME." The customer service is pathetic. The agency I work for ordered 30+ Gentex helmets over 2 years ago. A substantial order for us. We were measured and the grant money submitted. The helmets finally arrived yesterday. While over half the people measured sizes large and above, Gibson and Barnes showed up with nothing but small and mediums with no timeline as to when larger sizes will be in. To add insult to injury, the salesperson who had the nerve to show up had people trying to cram their large heads into the S or M size brain buckets. This place is a joke. If you're looking
Danny Cole
Mar 18, 2021
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Fulvio Capitanio
Dec 09, 2020
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I ordered an SPH-5 helmet; was helped from the beginning by Donny, who proved to be knowledgeable and always answered my emails in a timely manner. I was given a timeline and a quote, both were respected. My order was pretty specific and there were a few items that I wanted personalized, including the paint job of the shell. Because of that I was a little worried about the final product, as it often happens when several layers of customization are requested.
I couldn't have been more wrong: when the helmet was delivered I was blown away not only by the quality of the assembly but also by how great
I couldn't have been more wrong: when the helmet was delivered I was blown away not only by the quality of the assembly but also by how great
Peter Jansen
Jul 10, 2020
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I had a issue with my SPH-5 helmet that I needed to fix in a timely manner and Alexa was a tremendous help in getting all my needs sorted while being extremely communicative throughout the whole process. I can’t thank her and the rest of the team enough for the peace of mind of having a working helmet that I don’t have to worry about while I’m on the job. Highly recommend to anybody!
Jaime Fernandez
Jun 02, 2020
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It was a pleasure and extremely easy to place my order. Donny answered all my questions prior to my purchase. Incredible how fast and accurate my order was delivered. 10 Stars to Gibson & Barnes. I have ordered before and will keep on doing so. Never an issue when dealing with such a great team. Thank you so much.
Chris T.
Jan 28, 2020
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Years ago, I found they had on their rack, a Civil A-2 jacket with substantially reduced price. I was working in North County and called to find out when they closed, and mentioned I was coming by for the jacket. I managed to get stuck in heavy traffic on the south bound 15 fwy, and met the owner's son, locking the front door of the business. I apologized for being late, and this gentleman was kind enough to unlock the front door and serve me, even though I had clearly missed the close of business time. He was great to deal with. Both he and I had careers in accounting and shared a few
Martin Taylor
Oct 07, 2019
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Edit: got my refund, seemed I just needed to request a different person to help me. While the sizing was extremely generous the materials, manufacturing quality, and design with respect to philosphy-of-use was excellent. I will likely not be taking another chance but a company I work with has been using them for over 20 years and has never had any issues at all with helmets or custom flight suits. So maybe commercial sales get a different/more experienced team.
Original review: Been waiting for more than 2 months for a refund. Had to pay shipping both ways for the original item. I have been nothing
Original review: Been waiting for more than 2 months for a refund. Had to pay shipping both ways for the original item. I have been nothing
Carson Mcqueen
Jun 24, 2019
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I recently ordered an Alpha Eagle Dual Lenses with NVG Visor Cover. I worked day after day With Donny and it was absolutely amazing service. They changed one thing after another to meet my needs and answered every question I had in depth. I would recommend Gibson and Barnes any day of the week. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Mark S.
Jan 11, 2019
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We were looking to purchase two new flight helmets for our law enforcement operation. We contacted Nate and he walked us through the entire process and answered every question we had concerning options. Every transaction we have had with Gibson & Barnes has been trouble free and the items arrived quickly. We will continue to give them the first opportunity for all of our flight uniform purchases. Great Job G&B and Nate!
John C.
Aug 15, 2018
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After doing business with this company for many years, There customer support has gone down severely. We have ordered products and never received them or even a call back to get an updated status on the product. We had to call them back many times with many assurances. Still no call back from them or product. We finally canceled business with them and would not recommend this company to anybody anymore. Extremely poor service if any....
James T.
Dec 08, 2017
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The Air Ambulance Company I work for ordered 5 Fight suits for our pilots. There was a small issue with USA Flags for the shoulder on the suits. I talked with Samantha and she solved the issue without question or hesitation. It is simple; this business still provides Great Customer Service in these times when it seems lacking.
Tim O.
Dec 01, 2017
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I was really looking forward to my visit yesterday, until I got there. First, despite what it says on the website: The factory has been moved to mexico so all that is left are administrative office staff... there are no daily tours (really surprised by this since I called in advance and was told... sure come on down)... their signature jacket is listed as being silk lined, but when I questioned the lining material I was told they ran out of silk and were having trouble finding some (amazing!!!)... Also, be aware that despite any indications jackets are in stock they only have a few on hand so
Mark M.
Sep 23, 2015
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Sent my helmet in for CEP installation - was told 12-14 day turn around for the work to be completed. After a month I called and my work order had been closed but I had not received my helmet. After some research they found my helmet sitting on their shelf. Work still wasn't completed. Glad I called them on it. I won't send my helmet to them again. I can't believe they are held in such high esteem. I won't make that mistake again. Find someone else to do your helmet mods. These guys don't deliver.
Fritz T.
Feb 18, 2015
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I have been a customer for years, own several of their leather jackets. All impeccable construction, quality and value for money.
Have purchased several for friends over the years, who rave over them.
Glad they are still very much in business. A great thing in light of what is happening to quality in this country.
Hats Off to Gibson and Barnes.
Have purchased several for friends over the years, who rave over them.
Glad they are still very much in business. A great thing in light of what is happening to quality in this country.
Hats Off to Gibson and Barnes.
Monty B.
Sep 13, 2014
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I have been a Gibson and barnes customer for a long time. I have bought a multitude of items from them. Helmet parts, leather civil A2, flight gloves, and I just recently purchased a uniform sentinel flight jacket in nomex along with a flightsuit with the same pattern every thing was perfect. But at the cost, they should be. The customer service via email and phone was outstanding. I had a question about something on my order and they were able to help me. The only issue was that they struggled a bit with specific details on my item. Not sure if the customer service reps are not in the same facility
Jeff H.
Jan 21, 2014
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There haven't been many times that I have received the type of customer service that I received from Gibson & Barnes. I took my 38 year old leather Navy flight jacket, that I was issued in Flight School to them with hopes they would refurbish it. While it isn't a service that they normally provide, they took on the challenge because they new how much history and memories I had wearing my Navy G-1. I could not be more pleased with their work. If I could give them 10 Stars I would. Special thanks to Amanda. I highly recommend anyone looking for a leather jacket or aviation apparel,
Rodney R.
Jun 11, 2013
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I've purchased six A-2 aviator leather jackets from G&B. I ordered my first one, two weeks before traveling to England in 1990 to attend the 50th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain celebration and to visit the American Air Museum in Duxford dedicated to US airmen who fought and died on the bomber campaign in WWII. G&B told me they probably couldn't finish the jacket in two weeks but they would try their best. The jacket arrived the day before my departure and it added immensely to my enjoyment of the trip.
They stopped doing custom orders due to costly returns but I showed
They stopped doing custom orders due to costly returns but I showed
My B.
Apr 28, 2013
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I dont know how this place does business.I ordered 2 flight suits in February 2013 and didnt receive them until the end of March....they were the wrong size......sent them back for an exchange. I've been dealing with this one guy who never calls me back. And ships back the exchanged flight suits one at a time without telling me. And then tries to charge me AGAIN for the flight suit....it is almost May and my order is still not complete......February to May for 2 flight suits ???!!!!! come on!!! and then double charging.....somethings wrong here......their customer service is BAD! If i ever
Xinwei L.
Jan 07, 2013
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Wow what a great place to get all of your flight paraphernalia. The store is located in the middle of nowhere but they have done some great work (ie flight suits for Top Gun and Ghostbusters).
I take my transport team out here to get their flight suits fitted and they have always been stellar in customer service. customization is part of their forte as they are very helpful with any special requests. Just a note: it will take quite sometime for them to get it back to you.
I take my transport team out here to get their flight suits fitted and they have always been stellar in customer service. customization is part of their forte as they are very helpful with any special requests. Just a note: it will take quite sometime for them to get it back to you.
Erich M.
Aug 27, 2012
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