Creation of the Bomber Jacket

As early as World War I when airplanes had openair compartments, pilots began seeking attire to provide warmth and comfort in the cold temperatures of the open skies. Thus the origin of the famous “Bomber Jacket” or “Flight Jacket” was born.

Over the years, there have been many designs from the unofficial and popular early leather bomber jackets of 1915 through 1917 to later official military issue bomber jackets such as the 1931 “A2 Bomber Jacket.”

Historically, pilots and crews grabbed whatever they could acquire because no specific or official gear was issued to handle the extreme-hazardous cold and weather conditions the pilots faced in world war I. Heavy long leather jackets quickly became desired with tight snug cuffs around the wrists, tight fit around the waists, and warm collars to help protect from the cold. These are the design fundamentals that are at the heart of what historically we commonly perceive of as being flight jacket or bomber jacket.

At the close of world war I, the US army formed the Aviation Clothing Board and began distributing these mighty leather jackets.

By the day WWII broke out, the US Air Corp was distributing the A-2 Bomber Jacket. The Navy and Marine Corp began issuing a similar jacket that was called the G-1.

As airplane technology progressed durring the war, planes were now flying at dramatically higher altitudes and radically higher speeds. Temperatures inside these aircraft – often flying with open doors – plummeted! And the stylish bomber jackets started to give way to a much more practical jacket with a lining of wool or fur. These warmer jackets were popularized by the B3 Bomber Flight Jacket, a large wool and fur lined jacket with large cargo pockets.

Ground personnel and flight crews quickly adopted the pilot’s B3 Bomber Jacket, and the new B7 Flight Jacket became the instant rage.

A decade later introduced the new age of the jet with an enclosed compartment and now attention needed to be focused on the warmth, comfort, and safety of the pilots. The B-15 Flight Jacket was designed out of nylon and various synthetic materials to keep the pilot both warm and dry. The light weight and more flexible design was also appreciated. As jet technology continued to develop, the MA-1 jacket removed the fur collars because they interfered with the harness of the pilot’s parachute. Today, you can routinely find both the B-15 and the Leather MA1 Flight Jackets with and without the fur collars.

A classic flight jacket or bomber jacket is considered both a stylish and practical item of clothing. Appropriate for a evening out on the town or a functional outdoor trip – and ought to be in every person’s closet.

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