Flight JacketsFlight Jackets have a long history with the military. The Army Air Corps issued Leather Flight Jackets to U.S. Aviators in the beginning of 1931. Flight crews also wore these flight jackets throughout WWII because of the protection the flight jackets provided them from the elements and also because of the jackets comfort. The most popular flight jackets during WWII were the sheepskin leather bomber jackets. Military Aircraft used to not be heated, so these jackets were necessary to keep the pilots and crew warm. Flight jackets are no longer just for the military; everyone can now purchase these flight jackets. Many of the bomber flight jackets are currently made in distressed leather, which are designed to mimic the original military flight jackets. Another unique type of military flight jackets that date back to WWII is the lufwaffe flight jacket, which have a distinctive insignia. These flight jackets have an embroidered eagle sewn on the right side of the leather jacket.USAAF/USAF A-2 is the classic bomber flight jacket, and is popular with kids. The A-2 jacket comes in adult and youth sizes. The new designs include insulated side entry pockets to keep your hands warm, and two front cargo pockets, one hidden inside pocket, and come with cuffs and a waistband in knit fabric for added warmth. Another popular flight jacket with kids is the Replica Air Force Flight Jacket. Several on-line stores sell these youth-sized flight jackets for very reasonable prices. The current, government-issue USAF flight jackets that are sold in retail chains are completely genuine looking, because they are made to US Military specifications. These jackets are made in two different fabrics: satin nylon and Nomex. Most casual wearers purchase the flight jackets that are made of nylon. However, Nomex flight jackets are most popular with the military because the fabric protects its wearer against heat and flames. DuPont first discovered this aromatic “nylon” material in the 1970s. Nomex is a registered brand name of fabrics that is made of a special meta-aramid material that is flame retardant. In addition to wearing military flight jackets, most military aircrew and pilots wear one-piece flight suits made of over 92% NOMEX, to protect them from potential fires and mishaps within the aircraft. Flight jackets often can be purchased with pre-sewn patches. The authentic military flight jackets have a Velcro Name Tag Adhesive on the front of the nylon and Nomex jackets. Leather flight jackets include a chest plaque for Velcro-backed leather name tags. Most jackets are assembled with a heavy-duty zipper with an over wind flap, and come with knit cuffs and a knit waistband. Most designs also feature a combination zippered pocket to hold utilities/pens on the left sleeve. No matter which style and fabric you choose, you are sure to enjoy wearing a flight jacket in the winter because of its unique styling and comfort.
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