Originating in the early 20th century for open-cockpit aviators, iconic flight jackets like the Type A-1 and A-2 evolved into waist-length leather garments featuring specific designs like knit cuffs, ...
Flight jackets, originally designed for pilot warmth in extreme conditions, have evolved into various styles combining historical function with modern fashion. The article highlights traditional ...
The bomber jacket’s military origins go back as far as World War I, and over the decades the classic coat has evolved from protective outerwear to a wardrobe staple. When worn with sharp shirting and ...
When you think of the iconic military bomber jacket, you’re no doubt picturing one from Alpha Industries. The brand has been outfitting the world in iconic military garms for 60 years, even supplying ...
Flight suits, green flight jackets and A-2 “bomber” leather jackets won’t be standard issue any more for about 1,800 airmen assigned to the Air Force Space Command based at Peterson Air Force Base.