Featured above is the CPO Shirt, the perfect layering piece for the in-between seasonal weather. Originally issued to U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officers in the 1930s, the CPO Shirt was designed for cold-weather work at sea. Its durable wool construction, simple design, and functional details made it standard issue and a favorite well beyond the rank. After WWII, sailors continued to wear their issued shirts, and for good reason: they held up.
As temperatures begin to drop, your gear matters more.
Every layer has a purpose, and Cockpit USA delivers with cold-weather pieces engineered for utility, durability, and heritage.
From our original U.S. Navy CPO Shirt to our MA-1 and Field Jackets, each layer is built with military-grade materials and decades of American manufacturing behind it. Whether you’re heading out into the field or navigating the city, this selection of lighter-weight gear is guaranteed to keep you covered.
Cockpit USA’s version is built to the same standards heavy-duty wool blend, reinforced construction, and manufactured in the USA. We’ve added a removable metal USN Anchor pin, staying true to its naval roots with a functional update. This style is available to order in both navy and olive colors.
Originally adapted by the U.S. Air Force in the 1950s, this iconic nylon jacket has been worn by various armed forces. In the 1980s, the MA-1 Flight Jacket was used by U.S. Army helicopter crews and is known as the “Nylon Pilot’s Jacket”. Boasting a bright orange reversible lining for survival purposes, pilots would turn the jacket inside out to make them visible to rescue crews. This rugged jacket used by military and paramilitary organizations is a timeless style that is proudly manufactured in the USA. This jacket is available in both black and sage colors.
First issued in 1965, the M-65 became standard issue for U.S. Armed Forces through the Cold War and into the 90s. Built to military specification, Cockpit USA’s version remains true to the original. Crafted from wind and water-repellent cotton/nylon sateen, this jacket is proudly made in the USA.
Worn by American troops for decades and by icons like Robert De Niro in the movie “Taxi Driver”, the M-65 is a timeless field jacket built for real-world utility. This jacket is available in olive.
Don’t just layer up this Fall, gear up with purpose. Shop the jackets (and similar styles) featured in this story below.