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Buy NowThe Cockpit USA Aces & Eights A-2 Flight Jacket is a tribute to the crew of the Boeing B-17G aka 'Aces & Eights'. Commemorating their bravery and sacrifice during WWII, the 'Aces & Eights' was assigned to the 379th Bomb Group, 527th Bomb Squadron, and 8th Air Force stationed at the Royal Air Force Kimbolton Air Field in Cambridgeshire, England.
It’s crew flew over 30 combat missions with the 527th BS and contributing to the 379th Bomb Group’s record as the most successful bomb group in the Eighth Air Force by wars end. Sadly the 'Aces & Eights' was lost along with its crew during a training flight in England on May 1944.
Their sacrifice and legacy will not be forgotten and we do so by honoring it’s heroes through our latest addition. Proudly Manufactured in The USA our 'Aces and Eights' Heavy-Duty mahogany brown Leather Flying Jacket is created from mahogany brown horsehide leather featuring a front chest patch and a screen-printed Aces & Eights nose art design on its back.
Made for those who honor heritage, this men's brown leather flight jacket is an iconic piece to own for years to come. Not sure which size to get? Use our 'Find my Fit' widget for instant size recommendations. • 100% hardwearing military grade brown horsehide• Cotton poplin russet colored lining• Snap down collar• Underarm ventilation grommets• Brass front zipper under wind flap• Two front flap snap pockets• Knit cuffs and waistband• Interior pocket on left side• Commemorative Aces & Eights Boeing B-17G patch sewn to left front chest• Interior silk Screen-printed appliqué of the 'Bomber Boys of WWII'• This is a regular fit jacket• Proudly manufactured in the USA.
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