Watch: Behind-thescenes tour at Lands' End " It's extremely satisfying to be outfitting the best employees in the aviation industry. The ripstop fabric used is a type of weave that involves a special reinforcement technique that makes it resistant to tearing. For the TechOps crew, we have cotton garments with stain release and anti-pilling. What about the outerwear? Tarantino: We have a rain jacket, rain pants, and rain shorts that are breathable nylon. All are waterproof, windproof, and have moisture-wicking properties to bring moisture to the surface and release it before you feel sweaty. There's also a system 3-in-1 jacket that provides multiple options depending on the climate. I'm really happy with the way the jacket came out. It has a clear PVC pocket so ID badges can be visible on the rain jacket. So much of the innovation UNIFORMS BY THE NUMBERS 60K DELTA EMPLOYEES TO WEAR NEW UNIFORMS 12 DELTA AIR LINES / STYLE GUIDE in the new uniforms isn't visible from the outside. Can you share your favorite details? Tarantino: The jacket system features under-the-arm zips for ventilation. The workshirts have extra reinforcement at the elbow to prevent blowouts. The cargo pockets on the pants and shorts are two pockets-to avoid overstuffing- that look like one. Our rapid-dry polo has an active 35,617 110 COLLECTIVE MILES FLOWN AROUND THE WORLD DURING WEAR-TESTING TIME PERIOD TOTAL NEW PIECES FOR ALL DELTA EMPLOYEES "