The US Wings Cotton A-2 Bomber Jacket gives the classic look of an A-2 without the weight. This ultra-lightweight jacket is made of 100% cotton. Because of it’s weight, it is ideal for late Spring, Summer, and early Fall weather. Though lightweight, the US Wings Cotton A-2 Bomber Jacket offers ample protection as a windbreaker for those gusty days! It also has a washable leather collar and trim. The jacket’s ultra soft cotton shell makes it a pleasure to wear, both in the cockpit or on the ground. It’s everything you want in a classic flight jacket: the timeless look of an A-2 combined with the all-season wearability of cotton!
The US Wings Cotton A-2 Bomber Jacket features:
- 100% cotton
- Leather collar and trim
- Satin nylon WWII escape map lining
- Stitched-down epaulets
- Snap-down collar
- Two front cargo pockets
- Side-entry hand warmers
- An inside pocket
- Sturdy brass zipper
- Options:
- Add custom name badge – sewn on left chest
- Your name / rank – embossed (14 spaces max.)
- Add custom name badge – sewn on left chest
- Color: Khaki
- Fit: Normal
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History of the A-2:
In 1931, the Type A-2 flying jacket was standardized, by the US Army Air Corps, as the successor to the Type A-1 flying jacket. The A-2 has sturdy snaps, reinforced pockets, snap down collar. In addition, it replaced the A-1’s buttoned front with a zipper for added protection against the elements in the open cockpit.
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