Join the Rebellion With This Extremely Rare Empire Strikes Back Pilot Helmet

gizmodo.comPublished: 5/2/2025

Summary

A rare Star Wars prop from 1980’s *Empire Strikes Back* could bring millions at auction, featuring a custom-made Rebel Pilot helmet with distinctive yellow-tinted features. Originally owned by Patricia Carr, the helmet was designed for the iconic Hoth battle scenes and only two such helmets are known to exist in private collections. The COO of Propstore, Brandon Alinger, expressed excitement about the upcoming sale, noting its significance as a sought-after artifact from the original trilogy.