USAF L-2 Flying Jacket

Description

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Possibly the most rare of all the U. S. Air Force nylon flying jackets, the Type L-2 Light Flight Jacket specification dates back to 1945, with production spanning the years 1947- 1949. The lightweight construction, comfortable non-bulky warmth and natural good looks made this style and instant success with aircrew at bases around the world.  It was intended for wear in climates between 42 degrees and 65 degrees Fahrenheit, thus ideally suited for spring, summer and fall. The L-2 Flight Jacket was superseded by the newer L-2A Flight Jacket specification (made in U.S. Air Force blue) in 1950.  Both the L-2 Flight Jacket and L-2A Flight Jacket saw action in history’s first jet-on-jet air battles of the Korean War, and although the final variant, the L-2B Flight Jacket, entered service well before the Viet Nam War, it was not uncommon to find an old veteran still wearing his L-2 Flying Jacket into the 1960s. Throughout its evolution, the L-2 Flight Jacket remained a favorite amongst airmen and anyone who could get their hands on one.
Size is Medium
Shoulder---- 17.32 inches
Chest---------47.24 inches
Length-------26.38 inches
Sleeve--------26.38