Posted by admin | Posted in toys, Uncategorized | Posted on 10-07-2011
As early as World War I when planes had open cockpits, pilots began seeking attire to provide warmth and comfort in the harsh temperatures of the open skies. Thus the origin of the legendary “Bomber Jacket” or “Flight Jacket” was born.
Over time, there have been many designs from the unofficial and popular early leather bomber jackets of 1915 through 1917 to subsequent official military style bomber jackets such as the 1931 “A2 Bomber Jacket.”
Originally, pilots and crews used whatever they could find because no formal or official coat was issued to address the nightmarish cold and weather conditions the pilots encountered in world war I. Heavy long leather jackets rapidly became popular with tight snug cuffs around the wrists, tight fit along the waists, and high collars to help protect from the cold. These are the design fundamentals that are at the core of what traditionally we commonly think of as being flight jacket or bomber jacket.
At the close of WW I, the United States army created the Aviation Clothing Board and began distributing these heavy leather jackets.
By the day WWII broke out, the United States Air Corp was distributing the A-2 Bomber Jacket. The Navy and Marine Corp were issuing a similar jacket that was known as the G-1.
As aircraft power progressed durring the war, planes were now flying at dramatically higher altitudes and radically higher velocities. Temperatures inside these planes – often flying with open compartments – plummeted! And our stylish bomber jackets began to give way to a much more practical jacket with a lining of wool or fur. These new 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 soon adopted the pilot’s B3 Bomber Jacket, and the new B7 Flight Jacket became the instant rage.
A decade later introduced the high-tech age of the jet with its enclosed compartment and now attention needed to be paid to the warmth, comfort, and safety of the pilots. The B-15 Flight Jacket was constructed out of nylon and other synthetic materials to keep the pilot both warm and dry. The lighter weight and more flexible design was also welcomed. As jet technology continued to develop, the MA-1 jacket removed the fur linings because they interfered with the harness of the pilot’s parachute. Now, you can often find both the B-15 and the Leather MA1 Flight Jackets with and without the fur collars.
A functional flight jacket or bomber jacket is considered both a stylish and practical item of clothing. Suitable for a evening out on the town or a comfortable outdoor trip – and must be in every person’s closet.
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