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Official US Army A-2 at US Wings

August 27, 2020 By Myke Redpath Leave a Comment

The Official US Army A-2 Jacket is now available at US Wings.  For the first time since WWII, the A-2 jacket is returning to the US Army as an officially issued jacket.  US Wings is proud to be an official supplier of this jacket to both the US Army and the general public! Although the A-2 was primarily associated with the Army Air Force during WWII, it was also worn by non-aviation personnel.  This  includes officers serving in Airborne units & top brass like Gen. Douglas MacArthur.

Despite the popularity of the A-2, production was canceled in 1943 in favor of cloth-shelled flight jackets. The USAF re-issued the A-2 to its pilots & aircrews back in the late 1980s.  Most noteworthy, this will be the first time in more than 70 years that the A-2 will be returning to the US Army. The jacket is based primarily on the current-issue USAF goatskin version, but made from the finest mil-spec cowhide.

The A-2 has been the most popular military leather jacket among civilians for decades.  Now you have the opportunity to own the exact same version of this venerable & iconic jacket that’ll be issued to US Army personnel! So don’t settle for a knock-off… order yours today and experience the “real deal” for yourself! Made in the USA.

For further information please call 1-800-650-0659

AUSA and Sgt. Hack

June 10, 2020 By Myke Redpath Leave a Comment

AUSA and Sgt. Hack , CEO of US Wings have begun a partnership.  All members of AUSA will receive a discount on any merchandise purchased from US Wings.  Additionally, US Wings will contribute a portion of each sale to the AUSA organization.

WHO IS AUSA?

The Association of the United States Army is a nonprofit educational and professional development association. Serving America’s Army and supporters of a strong national defense, AUSA provides a voice for the Army, supports the Soldier, and finally honors those who have served.

Born on July 5, 1950, the Association of the United States Army had a clear purpose. America’s foundational military force needed to speak with one voice. In a joint message, a group of World War II wartime leaders accustomed to protecting their service branch showed they were ready to lock arms for a loftier cause.  “Let us put our resources and efforts into an association that can keep in the forefront the importance and requirements of the cutting edge of our national defense – in particular, the needs of the soldiers and their families that are the Army,” declared top Army leaders from the Infantry Association and Field Artillery Association.

WHO CAN JOIN?

AUSA is open to everyone.  Whether you have a relationship with the US Army, or would simply like to offer your support to our soldiers.  All Army ranks and all components are represented in AUSA.   This includes Regular Army, National Guard, Army Reserve, Government Civilians, Retirees, Wounded Warriors, Veterans, concerned citizens and family members. Indeed AUSA welcomes anyone who subscribes to the philosophy of a strong national defense with special concern for the Army. Community businesses and defense industry companies are also vital and contributing members of AUSA.  Join Now!

As an educational nonprofit, AUSA aims to be the Army’s professional association, dedicated to educational development, advancing national security and promoting greater recognition of the Army’s vital role in American life, past, present and future.

WHO IS US WINGS?

US Wings ® provides aviation apparel to the U.S. Government and commercial customers along with the general public. Founded in 1986 by SFC David Hack, USA (Ret), He pioneered e-commerce. USWings.com obtains over a million hits each month.

We have been featured in numerous magazines, business journals, newsletters, televisions shows and the Wall Street Journal. The US Wings customer lists reads like an invitation roster for a red carpet event. Many U.S. military top brass, Hollywood movie stars, politicians, corporate CEO’s and working class people all over the world are listed.

Visiting our website provides a great adventure in the purchase of leather bomber jackets, Indy jackets, and military accessories. Rich in the ambiance of American military history, you can find every type and style of military jacket. Based upon standard military specifications (WWII) as well as modern designs.

AUSA and Sgt. Hack, partners and  supporters of the US Army.

Sgt. Hack and the Rangers

June 5, 2020 By Myke Redpath Leave a Comment


Sgt. Hack and the Rangers began their association in 1964. He was assigned to be a small boats instructor for the 1st Ranger Student Brigade at Eglin AFB Florida. For 21 days a month for 2 years, he supported over 20 Ranger School training cycles. Sgt. Hack loyally served on the Ranger Training Cadre preparing young Army Soldiers and Officers for combat in Vietnam.

Fifty six years later, Sgt. Hack’s US Wings is proud to now offer a USA-made Ranger Tab Face Mask to honor these elite US Army soldiers! Made in the state of Virginia, these commercial-grade masks are made from breathable 3-ply cotton and features single-needle ribbed binding, anti-bacterial coating, comfortable ear loops that allow the mask to fit most faces, and the Ranger tab in the upper left corner. Hand washable and reusable.

The CDC recommends wearing a mask in public, especially in high-transmission areas or anyplace where social distancing is difficult to maintain. Our masks can help protect against large-particle droplets and help block exhaled droplets to prevent the further spread of contagions.

We can also print any Division, Battalion, Company, Platoon, Squadron, or naval ship insignia, for any branch of the US Military, onto your choice of colored masks; check out our USA-made Custom Military Face Masks page. A great way help promote team building & unit cohesion while helping to prevent the spread of contagions!

US Wings is a veteran-owned business and an official supplier to the US Military. Call 800-650-0659 for more information.
Sgt. Hack and the Rangers continues strong!

Ft. Hope
15% of the sales of the Ranger Masks will go to projectdiehard.com also known as Ft Hope. Their mission is to bring public awareness to veteran suicides and to assist veterans in coping with the stress and difficulties in transitioning from active duty military to civilian life.

Sgt. Hack and the Big Red One

June 1, 2020 By Myke Redpath Leave a Comment

Sgt. Hack and the Big Red One began their association March 1st 1968. Upon arriving in Vietnam Sgt. Hack was assigned as a Combat Career Counselor for the 1st Infantry Division.

April 10th 1968
Sgt. Tom Mercer, the Pointman for Company C, 1st Battalion, 18th Infantry (“Swamp Rats”), came upon a group of Viet Cong that were about to fire six 122mm rockets at the Lai Khe Base Camp. Tom was able to stop 5 of the 6 rockets from launching and consequently was awarded the Silver Star. As a result he became known as the “Rocketman”. Unfortunately the 6th rocket hit the camp and as a result Sgt. Hack was wounded and received his first Purple Heart.

September 13th, 1968

On May 1st, Sgt. Hack was selected to be the NCOIC of Protocol, or bodyguard, for Major General Keith Ware. This slot was created due to multiple attempts on General Ware’s life. General Ware was known as the Savior of Saigon and the Viet Cong had a bounty on his head. As recounted in the book, LIFE OF A WARRIOR, Friday the 13th 1968 was a horrible day. Hack was ordered by a 2nd Lieutenant not to board General Ware’s helicopter and find ground transportation to their rendezvous point. Upon take off, General Ware’s helicopter was hit by a RPG rocket and consequently all aboard were killed. Sgt. Hack’s convoy was ambushed and he was severely wounded.

May 2013
Amazingly 44 years later, Tom Mercer and Sarge met by chance. Tom, upon reading the Vietnam section of th US Wings website, was startled to discover that Sgt. Hack was injured by the lone rocket that was fired on April 10th 1968. Realizing that was the mission in which he received the Silver Star he contacted Sgt. Hack to explain about the one that got away, In the photo above, Sgt. Hack and Tom Mercer meet for the first time at a Charlie Company reunion.

Sgt. Hack, Tom Mercer and other member of Company C were reunited at a reunion held in Nashville, TN for C Company’s 1st Battalion of the 18th Infantry, 45 years after the rocket attack on Lai Khe. Speaking to the group, Sgt. Hack reflected upon the importance of serving our country in Vietnam, the importance of recognizing the contribution these men have made to our society, and the importance of them being survivors.

Society of the 1st Infantry Division
In 1986, Sgt. Hack founded the US Wings company, a manufacturer of Military Flight jackets and apparel. With the impact of the Corona Virus on our country and our economy, US Wings developed Custom made US Military Face Masks. As a life time member of the Society of the 1st Infantry, Sgt. Hack has created a Big Red One Face Mask.

US Wings will donate 15% of the proceeds from the sale of this mask to the 1st Infantry Division Society. He is also proud to offer these USA-mad Face Masks to all US Military branches, and can print any Division , Battalion, Company or Platoon insignia, for any branch of the US Military on their choice of colored masks.

Available by calling 1-800-650-0659 or by going to www.uswings.com/product/us-made-custom-military-face-mask-big-red-one/

Sgt. Hack and the Big Red One, fifty two years later and above all, still going strong.

Sgt. Hack’s Custom made Military Face Masks

May 28, 2020 By Myke Redpath Leave a Comment


Sgt. Hack’s company, US Wings, produces Custom made Military Face Masks. They have created a Black Face Mask for the 1st Army Division, the Big Red One. The 1st Infantry Division is a combined arms division of the United States Army. It is the oldest continuously serving division in the Regular Army originating in 1917. Officially nicknamed “The Big Red One” (abbreviated “BRO”) it is also referred to as “The Fighting First.” Furthermore it is currently based at Fort Riley, Kansas.
DOD Orders

“Effective immediately, to the extent practical, all individuals on DoD property, installations, and facilities will wear cloth face coverings when they cannot maintain six feet of social distance in public areas or work centers. Not included are Service member’s or Service family member’s personal residences on a military installation.”
Affected Party’s
• Military Personnel
• DoD Civilian Employees
• Family Members
• DoD Contractors
• All other individuals on DoD property, installations, and facilities

Custom made Military Face Masks

We can print any Division, Battalion, Company, or Platoon logo on your choice of colored masks of any Military Service. Minimum order 1000 pcs.

Mask Specifications

Commercial grade 3-ply cotton
Anti bacterial coating
100% Breathable
Single needle ribbed binding
Hand Washable for reuse
Size: One size fits most
Made in Virginia USA

US Wings is a Vietnam Veteran owned business. The CEO and founder is SFC David Hack USA (Ret).

For more information call 1-800-650-0659.

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