Men's Patrouille de France MA-1 ALPHA KAKI

A khaki flight jacket marked by the French Air Force Aerobatic Team

The MA-1 ALPHA stands out with its khaki lambskin and removable genuine sheepskin collar: two choices that give this flight-inspired silhouette a stronger presence than a classic bomber. With the collar, the contrast in materials frames the face and reinforces the flight jacket look. Without it, the jacket appears more open and easier to wear with an urban outfit.

The central fastening maintains a clean line at the front, while the two flap pockets and the zipped pocket on the sleeve echo the functional details of pilot jackets. The rib-knit cuffs and hem streamline the silhouette and keep the jacket in place. The overall design is immediately recognizable as an aviation-inspired piece, without multiplying decorative panels.

Lambskin and the hallmarks of French aviation

Lambskin offers a supple feel and a less rigid drape than the thick leathers often associated with military jackets. Its khaki surface gives the model a sober appearance, punctuated by embroidery and patches without concealing the material. On the front, references to Air Base 701, the Alpha Jet and the French Air Force Aerobatic Team clearly place the jacket in this universe; the embroidered patches on the sleeves extend this identity to the profile.

These graphic details make the piece a confident choice rather than a neutral jacket. To balance the badges and the khaki shade, pair it with plain garments: raw denim, black trousers or ecru knitwear. The removable collar also allows you to vary the look depending on the outfit, while keeping the same leather base and distinctive details.

A collaboration created for aviation enthusiasts

The MA-1 ALPHA belongs to the collection designed by Redskins with the French Air Force Aerobatic Team. Launched in 2013 as initially limited pieces, this collaboration subsequently grew into renewed collections centered around pilots’ wardrobes. The references to BA-701 and the Alpha Jet give this tribute a precise dimension: they connect the patches to the history and aircraft of the team, rather than to simple military decoration.

The piece therefore combines three instantly recognizable elements — the flight jacket, khaki leather and the French Air Force Aerobatic Team’s embroidered insignia. It is designed for those looking for expressive leatherwear, where the collection’s identity is immediately visible, while retaining the practical proportions of a jacket made for everyday wear.