10 Best Bomber Jackets (Review) In 2020

As our Best Choice product this week, we’ve chosen the Rothco MA-1 Flight Jacket. Unlike most of the clothing manufacturers on this list, Rothco actually focused on creating military-style clothing. But, if you look past the camouflage pants and the leather boots, you can find this gem. The reason we think it’s the best bomber jacket is that it’s sort of true to the history of the jacket. It’s hardwearing and warm enough to keep you toasty, even inside an unpressured cockpit.

It has a water-repellent nylon outer shell and an orange 100% polyester lining. Then, inside that it’s got warm polyester fiberfill lining, to keep the cold out. But the best feature of this jacket is that it’s completely reversible. If for some reason, the outer shell isn’t doing it for you, you can swap it around and have a bright orange MA-1 bomber jacket. It’s like getting two jackets for the price of one.

Next on our list is the Alpha Industries MA-1 Flight Jacket. It’s actually pretty similar to our Best Choice product by Rothco, but it sacrifices a bit of functionality to make way for style. If you’re buying a bomber jacket because you want to look good, this might be a better choice. Having said that, it’s actually pretty similar when you look at the specs.

For a start, this jacket’s also reversible. You can choose from 6 different colors for the lining, but the bright yellow lining is always the same. It’s made from mid-weight flight nylon that is water-resistant but not completely waterproof. Like the first product, it’s also based on the MA-1 fighter pilot jacket and is made to be a close to the original as possible. That means you can look as close as possible to the original fighter pilots walking around in their jackets.

If you liked the last jacket, but you’re looking to spend a bit more money, then you have to check out the Alpha Industries Men’s MA-1 Blood Chit Flight Bomber Jacket. I’s one of the best quality jackets on the market. Alpha Industries was actually commissioned by the Department of Defence to design and make these MA-1 jackets, as well as MA-1, M-65, and N-3B jackets for soldiers, sailors, and pilots. That means if you invest a little bit more money in this product, you are getting the actual jacket worn by military men in the field. That’s quality you can trust.

Like the first Alpha Industries jacket, it’s made from 100% flight nylon and 100% polyester. It’s also completely reversible and has ribber collars, cuffs, and waistband. One of the main differences is that this jacket has ‘blood chit’ sewn into the inside. This was a message used to identify an airman if they were shot down, to help them avoid capture. If you can afford it, we think it’s well worth the extra money to buy the jacket that was actually worn by pilots. Our selection of the best denim jacket offers more great products so check it out.

If you’re looking for something a little more subtle, why not try this Tommy Hilfiger Bomber Jacket. It doesn’t have any flight logos on the side or bright orange interiors, it’s just a simple, plain faux leather jacket. It’s not strictly an aviator jacket because it doesn’t have a thick interior made of wool or flight nylon. Instead, the lining is pretty thin making this the perfect jacket for spring and autumn, but not great as a winter jacket.

It has ribbed cuffs and waistband to make it more comfortable. Plus, the collar is also ribbed and stands up to give it a bit of extra attitude. You get two lower welt pockets on the outside of the jacket and an interior zipper pocket to keep your valuables tucked away. Again, the only downside is that it needs to be hand washed, but the faux leather is actually pretty good for wiping down if you spill something on it.

Levi Strauss & Co are one of America’s oldest brands. Its origins can be traced back to the 1800s to a Bavarian immigrant called Levi Strauss. He arrived in San Francisco during the Gold Rush and started making high-quality pants for the workers. Since then, the company has become the world’s largest maker of pants. So it’s no surprise that they’ve moved into making all sorts of other amazing fashion items, including the Levi’s Men’s Ma-1 Flight Jacket.

Whenever you buy something from Levi Strauss & Co, you know it’s going to be good quality. This men’s bomber jacket will definitely uphold that reputation. It’s made from 100% nylon and can be machine washed, unlike a lot of similar jackets. You can tell the quality is good just from the Amazon reviews, it’s only got 1 bad review, out of 91– apparently, they received a used jacket.

If you haven’t seen this brand before, it’s because they’re only on Amazon. In fact, they’re one of Amazon’s own menswear brands. That means you get the best service in the way of delivery, returns, and everything else. But are the clothes any good? Well, we think the Goodthreads Men’s Bomber Jacket definitely deserves a place on this list. It’s made from the same materials as most of the jackets on this list. The outside of the coat is 100% polyester, but it has a slightly shiny look. Other than that, it’s pretty standard.

It has two slash hand pockets on each side of the jacket and a useful zip pocket on the left arm. Plus, it has the same ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem. This jacket is kind of like the Levi’s jacket in terms of style. It looks like an aviator jacket, but it doesn’t have any patches or writing on the outside. The bottom line is that this is one of the best and most subtle jackets on this list. You’re not going to look like you just climbed out of the cockpit, but we know that some people won’t want to stand out in the crowd. If you need a waterproof jacket, check out our guide to the best rain jackets.

The next jacket in our list is the CheerunSpmor Men’s Bomber Jacket. It’s not a traditional flight bomber jacket, but it looks the part because of the two patches on the breast. One of the patches makes a reference to the F-16 fighter and the other says ‘fashionwear’. While these patches might seem a bit tacky if you read them, most people won’t notice what they say. They’re purely there for style.

It has a slimmer fit style than most bomber jackets, which means you won’t be able to wear much underneath it. The lining of the jacket is 100% polyester and has a tartan pattern. It’s not really suitable for cold weather, even though they say it would be. On the upside, it’s got really high-quality brass zippers, which you would have found on all classic flight jackets. Plus, it has two buttoned pockets and a zippered pocket on the right arm.

We’ve already featured one of Amazon’s own clothing lines, and here’s another. Amazon Essentials is their budget line of clothing, but they still have some really great products. If you look around the internet, Amazon Essentials have some pretty great reviews. It’s not a really cheap brand, but they make simple style pieces that are more affordable because they don’t feature one of the big named brands. The great thing about Amazon Essentials is that they thoroughly read the reviews of similar products to make sure their products tick all of the boxes. Then, they get people to wear test them to make sure they iron out any other potential problems.

Amazon Essentials Men’s Lightweight is a simple black bomber jacket that is much slimmer than most of the flight jackets on the market. It has ribbed collars, cuffs, and a ribbed waistband, which makes it fit perfectly around your body. The fact that it doesn’t have a thick lining makes it suitable for cooler weather, but you’d want something more heavy-duty for the winter.

The last bomber jacket on our list is another one from Levi Strauss & Co. Like we said before, everything from Levi’s is great quality and this is no exception. But it has a few key differences to the other jackets we’ve featured. For a start, it’s made from 87% nylon and 13% elastane. That means you can move around easier inside the jacket, without ripping it. It also has a technology called VX insulation, which is an innovative alternative to heavier filling techniques. It gives you more warmth and keeps the coat super lightweight, as well as soft and comfortable. Plus, it’s water-resistant, so it’s decent in all seasons.

Like most bomber jackets, Levi’s Commuter has ribbed collars and cuffs, but this one doesn’t have a ribbed waistband. That means it has a slightly different look to the other jackets. They call it the ‘Commuter’ coat because it’s supposed to be perfect for moving around a busy city.  Another feature useful for the bustling city, are the two large zippered pockets, one on either side of the jacket. You can secure your valuables without having to reach inside the jacket. The only thing we would like is some more color options. It looks great, but it only comes in ‘caviar’ and ‘deep lichen green’. It’s best to buy this jacket from Amazon because the price varies wildly on other sites. It’s even been seen to cost $200 on Levi’s website, which would have made it a definite contender to be our Premium Product! You may also like some of these cool trucker jackets from our list. Check them out.

The Landing Leathers Men’s Air Force A-2 is probably the most authentic bomber jacket on this list. Made from 100% real leather, it’s not a far cry from what fighter pilots were wearing half a century ago. The leather is actually Nappa leather, which is the material often used for car seats because it’s soft and durable enough to resist tears and rips. On the front of the jacket, there are two dual-entry pockets, perfect for keeping your hands warm and carrying light objects. There’s also an interior pocket for items that require more security. The lining of the jacket is finished off with an imprinted WWII U.S Flag. 

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