First issued to Air Force and Navy pilots in 1949, the MA-1 Bomber Jacket was lighter, more water-repellent, and more streamlined than its predecessor, the leather B-15 jacket. Newer jets could fly at much higher altitudes (and thus, in more colder temps) than the prop planes that came before, and pilots needed a warmer jacket that wouldn't freeze when wet. Jets also had more equipment in the cockpit, and pilots needed a lighter jacket that allowed them to move freely in cramped quarters. The MA-1 Bomber, made from sleek, water-resistant nylon, answered the call. This Military Style Greek MA-1 Flight Jacket reproduction is made to the same specs as the classic U.S. military original. Including hi-vis Orange lining designed to provide high visibility to downed pilots in need of rescue. Light. Low-bulk. Surprisingly warm. You can't go wrong. Space-age nylon shell is reversible to hi-vis orange Snap-flap outer pockets Snap-flap inner pockets Zip shoulder pocket and pen holder Elastic cuffs and neck Heavy-duty two-sided zipper