Cockpit USA Complete Buyer's Guide: Every Model Explained

Cockpit USA has been making military flight jackets since 1975. They are the U.S. Air Force's official A-2 jacket supplier and manufacture all of their jackets in the United States. Their lineup covers everything from the warmest shearling B-3 bombers to sleek goatskin A-2s to the Navy's G-1 flight jacket. Here's a complete breakdown of every major model.

The B-3 Shearling Bombers

Men's B-3 Sheepskin Bomber: The core B-3 model. Genuine shearling inside and out, mil-spec hardware, oversized round collar. The warmest jacket in the lineup and the most immediately recognizable WWII bomber jacket design.

Pearl Harbor B-3: A period-correct reproduction built from original WWII military specifications. For collectors and history enthusiasts who want the most accurate version available.

100 Mission B-3: A tribute to bomber crews who flew 100 combat missions. Same shearling construction as the Pearl Harbor but with unique commemorative details.

Hooded B-3: The standard B-3 with the addition of a shearling hood. Maximum cold-weather protection for extreme winter climates.

The A-2 Flight Jackets

USAF A-2: The official U.S. Air Force model. Goatskin leather, mil-spec construction, snap collar. The most widely recognized version of the A-2 and the best starting point for first-time Cockpit USA buyers.

Flying Tigers A-2: Horsehide leather version of the A-2 with Flying Tigers detailing — the most visually distinctive A-2 in the lineup. Best for buyers who want the most durable leather and the boldest visual impact.

Antique Lambskin A-2: A softer, more immediately comfortable A-2 in lambskin with an antique distressed finish. Best for buyers who want the A-2 silhouette with maximum softness and a broken-in look from day one.

The Navy G-1

G-1 Antique Lambskin: The U.S. Navy's flight jacket in antique lambskin leather with a fur collar. Distinct from the A-2 with its hip pockets, fur collar, and wider cut. The jacket made famous by Top Gun. Best for buyers drawn to Navy aviation or who want the fur-collar silhouette.

The British RAF Shearling

British RAF Sheepskin Bomber: Cockpit USA's interpretation of the British Royal Air Force shearling bomber, similar in warmth to the B-3 but with British design details including a waist belt and different collar treatment. Best for buyers interested in Allied aviation history beyond the American B-3.

Where to Buy

All of these models are available at Legendary USA, an authorized Cockpit USA dealer. The complete Cockpit USA collection at Legendary USA includes every major model described in this guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Cockpit USA jacket models are there? Cockpit USA produces numerous models including multiple B-3 variants, several A-2 versions, the G-1, and the British RAF shearling bomber.

Which Cockpit USA jacket is warmest? The B-3 shearling bomber variants — Standard, Pearl Harbor, 100 Mission, and Hooded — are the warmest due to their full shearling insulation.

Which Cockpit USA jacket is most versatile? The USAF A-2 in goatskin — it works across three seasons and pairs with most casual and semi-casual wardrobes.

Does Cockpit USA make a Navy flight jacket? Yes — the G-1 Antique Lambskin is Cockpit USA's U.S. Navy flight jacket.

Where can I buy the full Cockpit USA lineup? At Legendary USA at legendaryusa.com/collections/cockpit-usa.