Big flight goggles with round lenses and an aviator cap with ear flaps – our printable pilot mask lets kids take off like the flying pioneers of long ago. Color it, cut it out, and add elastic. This free pilot mask template is perfect for an airplane party, adventure play, and dress-up.
Why This Pilot Mask Is Ready for Takeoff
The big round goggle lenses double as the eye holes, so kids really look through their pilot goggles. A wide strap and an aviator cap with ear flaps give it the vintage look of early flyers. Brown for the leather and gold for the goggle rims make it look extra real. For kids five and up, it's a mask full of wanderlust and adventure.
Round lenses as eye holes.
With classic ear flaps.
For that true pilot look.
Part of our Pirates & Adventurers set.
✂️ Craft Instructions: Turn the Template into a Mask
🧰 What You Need
- Printer + heavier paper or cardstock (65–110 lb)
- Colored pencils, markers or glitter pens
- Scissors (craft knife for the eye holes – adults only)
- Elastic cord (about 12 inches)
- Hole punch for the elastic holes
Print the template at actual size (100 %) on thick paper.
Color the eye mask – glitter pens look great here.
Cut along the thick outer line.
An adult cuts out the eye holes.
Punch the small circles on both sides, thread the elastic and tie a knot.
⚠️ Safety: eye holes, craft knives and hot glue are grown-up jobs. Don’t run or play rough while wearing a mask that limits your view – and never put elastic around the neck.
📦 Included in These Craft Sets
This mask also comes as part of a bundle – one free PDF with a cover page, craft instructions and every mask in the set:
Play Ideas for Little Pilots
Hold a paper airplane contest to see whose plane flies farthest. Spread your arms and fly around the room to music until the control tower calls for landing. On a world tour, pilots land on paper continents and share what there is to discover there. Then set up a chair cockpit and act out a whole flight with announcements.
Fun Facts About Pilots
In 1903, the very first powered flight in history took off in North Carolina and lasted only a few seconds. Early airplanes had open cockpits, so pilots wore flight goggles against wind and cold and leather caps with ear flaps. Today, big airliners usually have two pilots: the captain and the co-pilot share the work and double-check each other. The so-called black box isn't black at all – it's bright orange so it's easy to find. Becoming a pilot takes lots of training.
Color Ideas for Your Pilot Mask
Vintage, sky-high, or bold:
A brown cap with gold goggle rims.
A blue cap with silver rims.
A black cap with stars on the strap.
A red cap with white stripes.
Great Times for the Pilot Mask
This pilot takes off for:
A craft station before the paper plane contest.
Add a jacket and white scarf for a vintage costume.
A fun kickoff for learning about countries.
A great warm-up before a visit.
Pilot Facts at a Glance
Sky-high facts to share:
The first powered flight in history.
Protection in open cockpits.
Captain and co-pilot fly together.
The black box isn't black.
More Masks for Your Adventure Crew
Astronaut, race car driver, and Viking are ready to join – see all our adventure masks.
🎭 More masks from this group:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- A Real Craft Template: Face-size mask with eye holes and marks for elastic, a stick or glue tabs.
- Free to Print: Every mask and craft set as a PDF or image, no sign-up required.
- Print-Ready A4: Clean vector lines that print crisp on any home printer.
- Kid-Friendly Designs: Cheerful characters, nothing too scary, no brand logos – perfect for home, preschool and school.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this mask suitable for?
The pilot mask is made for ages 5 to 8. Kids color and cut out the outer shape themselves, and an adult helps cut the eye holes.
Will the mask fit a child’s face?
Yes – printed at actual size (100 %) on A4 or US Letter, the mask is roughly the size of a child’s face. For adults, scale it up to 110–115 % or print on A3/Tabloid.
What paper works best?
We recommend 160–200 gsm cardstock (65 lb) so the goggles and cap keep their shape.
Is the download free?
Yes, all masks and coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Pilot Maske.