Alpha Industries MA-1 Bomber Flight Jacket - Fighter Pilot Flight Jacket

The ma-1 or bomber jacket was first developed in the mid-1950s. The ma-1 and its predecessor, the b-15 flight jacket, were needed at that time because the emergence of the jet age created new requirements for pilot performance, safety and comfort. The jacket was warm enough when flying in cold temperatures. An ma-1 mid-weight nylon jacket is water/weather resistant. The ma-1 navy fighter pilot jacket was the first military flight jacket to cross over into civilian fashion. Our nylon flight jacket includes a knit collar, cuffs and waistband, as well as a heavy gauge brass zipper with storm flap for warmth. Our ma-1 jackets are reversible to bright orange, making them ideal for rescue missions and other times when visibility is imperative. This current version has been kept as close as possible to the classic specifications, which debuted in 1950. In 1963 the jacket received substantial revisions by changing the lining to bright orange and making the jacket reversible. The flight jacket design conveys positive images of strength, power and quality **please note that the original color 'navy' ordered by the u.s. Military is more of a teal shade to it...rather than the darker 'navy blue' traditional jackets are known for. The Alpha MA-1 Flight Jacket, often copied but never duplicated. This is the classic jacket made by Alpha Industries for the military for over 40 years; issued to both the U.S. Air Force and Navy pilots.

• Authentic Design - Refer to Size Chart for Jacket Measurements. MA-1 flight jacket was the first military bomber jacket to cross into civilian fashion. Today’s version still hews to its original U.S. Air Force and Navy roots.
• Individual Style - Signature red ribbon hang tag on sleeve utility pencil pocket and Alpha Industries logo on the zig-zag zipper extension. Knit rib cuffs, collar, and waistband, 2 lower flap pockets, 2 interior welt pockets, and shirred sleeves.
• Form & Function - Reversible flight jacket with water-resistant nylon on both sides & double zipper pulls. True to the original design, MA-1 interior flips to Emergency Orange lining that was initially designed for downed pilots to signal for help.
• Fit & Recommended Use - This jacket is unisex: true-to-size for men’s core fit, recommended to go two sizes down for women’s fit. MA-1 flight jacket has a Core fit: extra room in the body & sleeves and sits just above the hip at waist length.
• Materials & Care Instructions - 100% Flight nylon shell, 100% nylon lining, and 100% polyester fill. Ideal as layering piece in mild or moderate weather, dry clean only.