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Authentic military flight jackets now at Sporty’s

By General Aviation News Staff · December 9, 2014 ·

Sporty’s 2014 leather jacket collection features the A-2 Leather Flight Jacket, which has been in use for more than 80 years and is a cultural icon.

A-2
A-2 jacket

This jacket has been worn by World War II aces and Hollywood stars alike and is still crafted to the original military specs, with some modern updates. The A-2 Leather Flight Jacket [3051A] is available for $249.

The AN-J-3 Leather Flight Jacket was introduced in 1943 to take the place of the A-2, with some enhanced comfort features, according to Sporty’s officials. Crafted from darker brown leather, the AN-J-3 has a bi-swing back that makes it easy to move around the cockpit without feeling restricted. The AN-J-3 Leather Flight Jacket [6487A] is available for $289.

B-15 jacket
B-15 jacket

The B-15 Leather Flight Jacket is based on a model developed for US Army Air Force bomber pilots in 1944. This jacket has a Thinsulate liner and a removable wool collar. The B-15 Leather Flight Jacket [5683A] is available for $349.

These three military flight jackets are available exclusively from Sporty’s and may be ordered at Sportys.com or by calling 800-SPORTYS.

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