Vintage Flight Apparel Industries men?s jacket in bright red cotton poplin. Features bold red-and-white shoulder applique stripes, an ?Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association? patch, steel front zipper, rib-knit cuffs, two slash pockets, and a drawstring hem. Unlined and lightweight, made for casual wear with aviation edge. Condition Excellent vintage condition ? no stains, holes, or major flaws noted. Clean and strong. Provenance Note Flight Apparel Industries specialized in aviation-inspired jackets, often made for clubs and associations. This AOPA-patched example ties directly into midcentury?late 20th century pilot culture, when branded club jackets symbolized camaraderie and status among private pilots. Style Aesthetics ? Aviation heritage style ? Rockabilly / Americana revival ? Sustainable vintage outerwear Pop Culture Screen Style References Channels the bright aviation jackets seen in Top Gun?era pilot culture. Evokes Americana club jackets worn in Grease 2 (1982). Fits perfectly into Stranger Things?s nostalgic 80s look. (References are stylistic; not screen-used.) Styling Tips Layer over jeans and boots for rockabilly or retro Americana style. Wear with aviators and khakis for authentic flight-club aesthetic. Great for collectors of aviation memorabilia or vintage jackets. Measurements (laid flat, in inches) Chest: 50" Shoulders: 20" Sleeves (shoulder to cuff): 25.5" Sleeves (underarm to cuff): 22" Length (shoulder to hem): 24.5" Approx. Modern Size Men?s Large (fits like roomy L/XL). Fit Guide Ideal for ~5?9??6?1?, 180?210 lbs for intended fit. Fabric / Materials Cotton poplin shell, rib-knit cuffs, steel zipper, AOPA embroidered patch. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? flight jacket outerwear, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!