Rothco MA-1 Flight Jacket - Black

Classic MA-1 Bomber Jacket

The Rothco MA-1 Flight Jacket follows the cut of the short, insulated bomber that military aircrews made famous: a waist-length body, knit collar and cuffs, and a bright orange lining. This version has a black nylon shell over poly fiberfill insulation for cold, windy days. Wear it black side out for everyday use, or reverse it to the orange side when you want to be seen.

Features

• Nylon Outer Shell — The smooth black nylon is rated by the maker as wind resistant and water resistant, so it handles a cold breeze or light rain.
• Poly Fiberfill Insulation — Polyester fiberfill, a lofty synthetic padding, sits between the shell and lining to hold in body heat.
• Reversible Rescue Orange Lining — The high-visibility orange interior was originally a fighter pilot feature, letting a downed flyer turn the jacket inside out to be spotted, and it gives you a second look.
• Ribbed Knit Collar, Cuffs And Waistband — Soft stretch knit at the neck, wrists and hem keeps drafts out and holds the jacket close to the body.
• Full-Length Brass-Tone Zipper — A heavy gold-tone front zipper with a pull tab runs from the waistband to the collar.
• Quilted Inner Storm Flap — A quilted strip of fabric behind the zipper stops wind from coming through the zip line.
• Two Hand-Warming Pockets — Angled front pockets with snap-close flaps hold small items and keep your hands warm.
• Sleeve Utility Pocket With Pen Slots — A zippered pocket on the left sleeve carries a phone, cards or notes, with sewn-on slots for pens on the outside.
• Two Concealed Inner Pockets — Snap-close welt pockets, slit openings finished flush with the fabric, sit on the orange side and work when the jacket is reversed.

Build and Materials

Rothco builds this MA-1 from nylon with poly fiberfill insulation and a fully reversible orange lining, so both sides are finished for wear. The black knit trim stays black whichever way you wear it, and a small Rothco tab sits on the left sleeve. The short, waist-length cut with knit cuffs and hem sits comfortably under a belt line and layers easily over a T-shirt, flannel or sweater.