Cooper Original™ Maverick CWU-45P

Our Maverick CWU-45P jacket is our recreation of the CWU jacket worn by the star of  the movie Top Gun: Maverick. The CWU was first introduced in the early 1970s, eventually replacing the venerable MA-1, and is still in active duty with the USN, USMC, USAF & USCG today. Its two most iconic features are the two large front cargo pockets with velcro-closure flaps and the rounded collar. Unlike the military-issue Nomex version, our CWU is made from Military-grade flight satin nylon, making it far more affordable.

The Cooper Original™ Maverick CWU-45P Jacket features:

• Water repellent military-grade satin nylon outer shell
• Quilted nylon / polyester interlinings
• Two large lined, double stitched Velcro closure front pockets
• Heavy duty zipper over storm flap
• Knit cuffs & waistband
• Storm flap
• One inside pocket
• Zippered combination utility/pencil pocket on left sleeve
• Chest plaque for Velcro backed leather ID (Not included)
• Embroidered Cloth Patches
• Authentic Cloth patches as seen on the movie jacket. Patches include
  • The Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 31 “Dust Devils” patch on the right chest
  • Embossed leather US Wings® nameplate on the left chest
  • The USN Fighter Weapons School patch on the right sleeve
  • The US Flag above the utility pocket on the left sleeve
• Colors: Green
• Fit: Normal

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History of Cooper:

Founded in 1922, Cooper manufactured raincoats for the US Army in 1917-1918 as well as field jackets from 1941-1945. On January 5 1942, Cooper was awarded the contract to produce A-2 jackets for the USAAF during WWII. In 1988, they were awarded a contract to produce A-2s for the USAF; the jackets were created using patterns from an original A-2 but were made in a fuller cut to accommodate modern physiques. In 1996, they were awarded a contract from the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (DSCP) to re-design the A-2 into what would become the current military-issue version. Fit & functionality upgrades were made to this venerable Air Force flight jacket, including side-entry hand-warmer pockets and an interior pocket (which had previously only been available on civilian A-2 versions, not on military-issue A-2s), underarm gussets, and a more roomy fit.

Their contribution to the civilian market was no less significant. Cooper produced a range of A-2s, G-1s, Indy jackets and more to customers around the world. US Wings partnered with Cooper in 1986 and ending when Cooper ceased production in the late 1990s. US Wings is the official home of the Cooper name and we’re proud to continue the tradition of excellence. This line consists of classic Cooper jackets as well as a number of “new classics” that are sure to appeal to any leather jacket enthusiast. Rest assured that we’ve retained Cooper’s commitment to quality, putting only the finest materials and the highest level of craftsmanship into the jackets that bear the Cooper Original name. This ensures that our jackets will be of the same high quality as the original Cooper jackets worn by your father, grandfather or even great-grandfather.

CWU History

Earlier flight jackets were made from fabrics that were found to melt when a pilot was caught in a fire. As technology improved, there was a need for a fire-retardant jacket. This led to the rise of the CWU (Cold Weather Uniform) 36/P and 45/P made from Nomex. Created by Dupont and known for its excellent thermal, chemical, and radiation resistant. The military still issue Nomex jackets to Air Force pilots. Manufacturers created the Nylon version of the CWU45P for the commercial market.