Question

Why do kamikaze pilots wear helmets if they're going to die in an explosion?

Answer 1

They contained the radio headgear (gotta know where you're going). Also many Kamakazies returned to base. If they could not find the target or had other difficulties they returned home to wait for another mission.

Answer 2

They don't want to get hurt or die before they get to their missionthingplace

Answer 3

in case their plane gets hit hard before they crash the plane. Their head might slam up against the cockpit wall, knocking them unconcious. If they're unconcious, they can't steer the plane into whatever it is they're targeting.

Answer 4

Good question. I guess they want to be in proper attire and complete gear when they go.

Answer 5

Because they looked cool! But also because inside the helmet was the communication headset. It also kept their heads warm. Anyone acquainted with aviation or basic physics knows, the pilot's helmet has never been intended to provide protection against a crash. If the plane encounters the landscape too abruptly you're sausage no matter what you're wearing.. . from The Straight Dope

Answer 6

for the same reason that they use an alcohol swab to kill the germs that may cause an infection to the prisoner before inserting the IV for a lethal injection.

Answer 7

for the same reason a marine wears his gala uniform before he blows his head off. You are supposed to be wearing your vary best (and dont forget about regulations) if you are going to kill yourself. Clean underwear should also be nice.

Answer 8

Cause they were stupid brainwashed dumb asses

Answer 9

they needed them so they didn't pass out, that would have been a waste of time.