Jorgeenriqueaguilera
Well-Known Member
Finding deadstock examples never gets old, and this first pattern from the CWU-36/P is no exception.
In 1978, the U.S. Air Force began offering a new summer flight jacket to replace the L-2B. The new light zone flight jacket called CWU-36/P had a design similar to the cold weather flight jacket adopted in 1973, the CWU-45/P.
Based on the bitter experience of the Vietnam War, this intermediate flight jacket used flame-resistant fiber; Aromatic Polyamide (Nomex) for the first time.
The fire-resistant shell is rough and tough. It is known for excellent thermal, chemical, and radiation resistance.
This series of jackets were designed to perform well in and out of the aircraft and would withstand adverse conditions.
This early pattern also features a bi-swing back for effortless arm movement, making this model extremely comfortable to wear and probably one of the most practical flight jackets ever issued.
In the present, the CWU-36/P is still being issued to the U.S. forces, although it has undergone several spec revisions.
The condition of this jacket is immaculate, which is unbelievable considering it is over 40 years ago. It even came with the inspector tag as a bonus.
Needless to say, this example would be hard to upgrade.
Hope you guys enjoy it!
Regards,
Jorge
In 1978, the U.S. Air Force began offering a new summer flight jacket to replace the L-2B. The new light zone flight jacket called CWU-36/P had a design similar to the cold weather flight jacket adopted in 1973, the CWU-45/P.
Based on the bitter experience of the Vietnam War, this intermediate flight jacket used flame-resistant fiber; Aromatic Polyamide (Nomex) for the first time.
The fire-resistant shell is rough and tough. It is known for excellent thermal, chemical, and radiation resistance.
This series of jackets were designed to perform well in and out of the aircraft and would withstand adverse conditions.
This early pattern also features a bi-swing back for effortless arm movement, making this model extremely comfortable to wear and probably one of the most practical flight jackets ever issued.
In the present, the CWU-36/P is still being issued to the U.S. forces, although it has undergone several spec revisions.
The condition of this jacket is immaculate, which is unbelievable considering it is over 40 years ago. It even came with the inspector tag as a bonus.
Needless to say, this example would be hard to upgrade.
Hope you guys enjoy it!
Regards,
Jorge
