Originally Posted by
flyinawa
Maybe they were common place when airlines operated radial engines but they certainly haven't been seen since then. If you want to dress like this, go fly in the wilds of Alaska or fly a float plane in the Caribbean.
Ok, there was supposed to be a little sarcasm in that description of the older pilot look.
Really, I think the current US uniform is fine, with the option to wear what type of jacket you prefer. The only thing I would like to see is the option to ditch the necktie in summer or perhaps a company polo shirt.