Maj. Jack M. Ilfrey Service Coat Note: This item is currently in storage. Maj. Jack M. Ilfrey, a World War II USAAF ace with eight victories, wore this service coat. The "winged boot" insignia on the left pocket flap is an unofficial badge for downed airmen who escaped from behind enemy lines. Maj. Ilfrey flew a P-38 Lightning fighter with the 79th Fighter Squadron. Donated by Mrs. B.W. Wilkinson. Click here to return to the Featured Accession index. Find Out More Related Fact Sheets Lockheed P-38L Lightning Note: The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the National Museum of the USAF, the U.S. Air Force, or the Department of Defense, of the external website, or the information, products or services contained therein.