The author received a WWII-era A-2 leather jacket, pilot wings, and cufflinks from a friend, which belonged to her deceased father-in-law, Captain Jack L. Martin. Through research, the jacket was ...

An old World War II-era leather pilot’s jacket presents a thread that leads to unraveling details of his career. FLYING is the definitive voice of aviation — trusted by pilots, enthusiasts, and ...

Clayton Kelly Gross’s jacket seemed to have a swagger of its own, even when he wasn’t wearing it. It wasn’t just the rich brown leather. There was also the faded white block lettering across the back ...

Click to open image viewer. CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. A Type A-2 leather Tuskegee Airman jacket worn by Woodrow W. Crockett. The jacket is dark brown leather with a fabric ...

The best leather bomber jackets fall into that sweet spot: tough yet soft, leather and suede draped in boxy silhouettes that layer easily over a thick sweater. Every woman needs her armor, that one ...

Ever since the earliest days of aviation, pilots had to wear appropriate clothing to keep warm at altitude. This was especially true during World War I, when most aircraft had open cockpits. From this ...

The leather and shearling duo is a cold weather favorite, offering warmth in a chic silhouette. A nod to the jacket’s ...