Product Overview
A familiar bomber silhouette with the option to wear its orange lining outward gives the Rothco Womens Lightweight MA-1 Flight Jacket two distinct looks in one jacket. Its women’s-specific cut brings shape to the classic military-inspired design, while the lightweight construction makes it an appealing choice for everyday outerwear without the bulk of a heavier jacket.
The nylon exterior is water-repellent, helping shed light rain during a walk, an outdoor event, or the trip between your car and your destination. A storm flap accompanies the zippered front closure to help limit wind and weather entering along the opening. For purchasing purposes, think of it as a lightweight bomber for light showers rather than a substitute for dedicated rainwear.
A Reversible Take on the MA-1
The orange polyester lining is part of the jacket’s traditional MA-1 styling, but it also serves a visible purpose here: reverse the jacket when you want a brighter appearance. That gives you a change of look without changing the familiar flight-jacket shape. Soft ribbed knit at the collar, cuffs, and waistband finishes the edges with a comfortable feel and helps keep the bomber’s silhouette neatly defined.
Pockets Beyond the Front Pair
Snap-closure front slash pockets provide space for everyday essentials, while additional internal snap pockets give you another place to organize smaller belongings. A zippered utility pocket on the left sleeve adds separate storage, so everything does not have to share the same pocket. The different pocket locations are useful when you want to separate items such as keys and other small accessories.
- Exterior material: Water-repellent nylon.
- Lining material: Orange polyester.
- Zipper hardware: Black shine-plated brass.
When choosing your size, consider how you plan to layer beneath the women’s cut. Allowing room for your usual shirt or sweatshirt will help you select a fit suited to the way you intend to wear this lightweight flight jacket.
