Rothco CWU-45P Flight Jacket - Black

Cold-Weather Flight Jacket

The Rothco CWU-45P Flight Jacket follows the pattern of the classic military cold-weather flight jacket, with a flat spread collar, angled flap pockets and a sleeve utility pocket. It has a smooth black nylon shell over polyester fiberfill insulation, so it blocks wind and holds warmth on cold days without the bulk of a parka. It works as an everyday winter jacket, a work layer, or a piece for collectors of aviation-style outerwear.

Features

• Nylon Outer Shell — The smooth, slightly glossy nylon shell sheds wind and light moisture and wipes clean easily.
• Poly Fiberfill Insulation — A layer of polyester fiberfill, a synthetic padding that traps body heat, lines the body and sleeves for cold-weather warmth.
• Brass-Tone Front Zipper — A full-length gold-colored zipper with a large pull tab closes the front and is easy to work with gloves on.
• Spread Collar — The flat, wide collar sits open at the neck or can be turned up against the wind.
• Angled Flap Pockets — Two lower front pockets with hook-and-loop closed flaps keep gear secure, with side openings that double as hand warmers.
• Sleeve Utility Pocket — A zippered pocket on the left sleeve, with pen slots stitched on the outside, holds small items within easy reach.
• Hook-And-Loop Name Tape Patch — A strip of hook-and-loop fastener on the left chest accepts name tapes or morale patches.
• Knit Cuffs And Waistband — Ribbed knit at the wrists and hem seals out drafts and keeps the jacket at the waist.

Construction And Fit

Rothco builds this jacket in the cropped, waist-length cut of a traditional flight jacket, ending at the knit waistband so it does not ride up when you sit. The nylon shell and fiberfill lining keep it light for an insulated jacket, and the black colorway pairs easily with work pants, jeans or cargo trousers. It is a commercial reproduction of the CWU-45P style rather than military-issue surplus.