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The Layover Collection

The Engine: Your Off‑Duty Identity.

This collection drives our style and variety, inviting you to express your aviator identity through unique designs rooted in avgeek culture. We launch the Layover Collection with curated three‑packs of combed‑cotton socks designed for breathability and softness.

Expect technical references like the attitude indicator and humourous graphics like "The Divert." Each style uses our Layover blend (80% cotton / 17% nylon / 3% spandex) and drops seasonally in limited editions to keep your layover look fresh.

The Flight Deck Sock

The APU: Mission‑Critical Performance.

Our Flight Deck collection is the technical anchor of Deadhead Threads — built for mission‑critical needs rather than style. It solves pilot fatigue with the best merino‑wool socks for long flights.

We launch the collection with a single evergreen product: a merino‑wool compression sock engineered for cockpit endurance. Made from our proprietary Duracore Wool™ blend (75% merino wool / 20% nylon / 5% Lycra), it features graduated compression (15–20 mm Hg), a seamless toe, and a stay‑up cuff. This collection is about capability, not trends; it demonstrates our expertise in aviation apparel.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between the Layover and Flight Deck socks?

The Layover Collection features premium cotton socks with insider aviation designs, perfect for downtime and layovers. The Flight Deck Sock is a merino wool compression sock engineered for cockpit endurance, providing fatigue-fighting support at altitude.

What size should I order?

Our socks are unisex and come in two sizes: Small/Medium fits US men's 5-9 or women's 6-10, and Large/Extra Large fits US men's 9-13 or women's 10-14. They have plenty of stretch to ensure a comfortable fit.

Do you ship internationally?

Not at this time. We currently only ship within the United States. Check back as we expand.

How do returns work & are these socks FAA-approved?

Returns are free for most scenarios. If the product is unopened, damaged, or not what you expected, you can return it within 30 days at no cost. As for whether these socks are FAA-approved: definitely not. That's why you'll love them.