Vietnam Map CWU-45P Our Vietnam Map CWU-45P Flight Jacket features our exclusive Vietnam Conflict Map sewn into the jacket’s lining as a tribute to all who served during the Vietnam War. It was first introduced to the US Military in 1972 as a replacement for the aging MA-1 and was made from flame retardant Nomex. With its distinctive rounded collar and two huge Velcro-closed cargo pockets, the CWU proved to be a popular flight jacket and continues to serve both the USAF and the US Navy to this day. Like the MA-1 that came before it, the CWU has become extremely popular in the civilian world due to its comfort, warmth, versatility & style (and no doubt helped along by appearances in several blockbuster movies). The Vietnam Map CWU-45P Flight Jacket features: Water repellent nylon outer shell Quilted nylon Vietnam Map Lining Two large lined, double stitched Velcro closure front pockets Rounded Collar Heavy duty zipper over an interior storm flap Knit cuffs & waistband One inside pocket Zippered combination utility/pencil pocket on left sleeve Colors: Green Fit: Normal Please allow 7-10 days for shipping. Do you want just the lining for display or to add to your jacket? Order your Vietnam Conflict Map Replacement Kit today. Protect your jacket with our new jacket care products. These products are all natural and hand made in the USA. It will help preserve your new jacket or add years back to your old one. Exposure to the elements and regular wear will dry out and fade your jacket. Replenish your jacket now! CWU History Earlier flight jackets were made from fabrics that were found to melt when a pilot was caught in a fire. As technology improved, there was a need for a fire-retardant jacket. This led to the rise of the CWU (Cold Weather Uniform) 36/P and 45/P made from Nomex. Nomex was created by Dupont and known for its excellent thermal, chemical, and radiation resistant. The military still issue Nomex jackets to Air Force pilots. Manufacturers created the Nylon version of the CWU45P for the commercial market.
