Cockpit USA Men's Flying Tigers Horsehide A-2 Flight Jacket

Honoring one of the most legendary combat groups of WWII, the Cockpit USA Flying Tigers Horsehide A-2 Flight Jacket pays tribute to the American Volunteer Group—civilian pilots who bravely fought in China before the United States officially entered the war. Proudly made in the USA, this A-2 is crafted from genuine front-quarter horsehide leather, chosen for its incredible strength, historic authenticity, and ability to age beautifully over time.

The jacket features meticulously recreated WWII details, including the original two-piece sleeve construction, multi-piece leather 23rd Fighter Group chest patch, bullion Flying Tiger and C.B.I. shoulder patches, and a large leather blood chit on the back—faithfully representing the insignia worn by AVG pilots. The rare collar stand design with hook-and-eye closure, box-stitched epaulets, and WWII-style patch pockets further cement this jacket as a museum-quality reproduction.

Inside, a cotton lining embroidered with a Flying Tigers motif completes this historically accurate piece. Designed with a trim fit, this horsehide A-2 does not include side-entry pockets to preserve the exact WWII specification.

This is a jacket for collectors, aviators, and anyone who appreciates authentic military craftsmanship—and a genuine tribute to the men who helped shape aviation history.

Features

• Russet brown front-quarter horsehide leather

• Original WWII two-piece leather sleeve construction

• Large genuine leather blood chit on the back

• 14th AAF Flying Tiger bullion patch on left arm

• C.B.I. bullion patch on right arm

• Multi-piece leather 23rd Fighter Group patch on left chest

• Box-stitched shoulder epaulets

• Rare collar stand design with hook-and-eye closure

• Two front patch pockets with WWII-style flaps

• WWII-style leather hang tab on back panel

• Genuine brass front zipper under wind flap

• Cotton lining with embroidered Flying Tigers artwork

• Trim fit

• Proudly made in the USA