Afman 36 2903
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Describe the length of Air Force trousers/slacks
Resting on the front of the shoe with a slight break in the crease. The back is 7/8 of an inch longer than the front
Earrings worn by females must meet what criteria
Round or square, not more than 6mm, conservative, white diamond, gold, white pearl, or silver
How do females wear the flight cap?
On the crown of the head hair may protrude from the front
How many rings may a cadet wear in uniform
No more than 3
The Air Force philosophy is that the uniform will be
Plain distinctive and standardized
What is a gig line?
A line formed by the facing of the shirt the buckle edge and the fly if the pants
What is the maximum length for female hair?
Not to exceed 3 1/2 inches from scalp
What is the proper placement of the name tag on a female service uniform?
1 1/2 inches above or below the first exposed button centered between the arm seam and the facing
What are the five elements of the Air Force dress and appearance standard
Neatness cleanliness safety uniformity and military image
What is the publication that governs dress and appearance of Air Force personnel
AFI 36-2903
Describe the restrictions for nail polish in uniform
No extreme colors. Cannot contrast skin or detract from uniform. Males are not authorized
How do males wear the flight cap
Squarely on the head no hair protruding from the front slight tilt to the wearers right
What is one exception to wearing gear gears indoors
When bearing arms
What is the proper placement of the name tag on a male service uniform
Centered on but not over top edge of right pocket
What is the spacing between ribbons on a service uniform
Zero spacing
On the Air Force flight cap what signifies that the wearer is an officer
A silver and blue edge braid
What is the proper placement of the name tag on the service coat
Center Metallica name tag on right side between the sleeve seam and the lapel. Bottom of name tag will be parallel with bottom of ribbons
Is standing or walking with your hands in your pockets authorized in uniform
No
What is the maximum length for male hair
1 1/4 inch in bulk
Are ribbons authorized on the service uniform
All, some or none
What is the grooming standard for a mustache
Must be neatly trimmed not to extend downward beyond the lip line of the upper lip or extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from both corners of the mouth
On what uniform combinations is the name tag not worn
Mess dress and and semi formal
When wearing a tie how long can it be
Tip of tie must cover a portion of the belt buckle but cannot extend below the bottom of belt buckle
What type of sunglasses are unauthorized in uniform
Mirrored faddish
Describe female hair bands and stays
Conservative hair pins combs headbands and barrettes black in color regardless of hair color
What is the proper placement of ribbons on the male service uniform
Centered resting on but not over top edge of left pocket between the left and right edges
When is a white crew neck T-shirt authorized
With a closed collar shirt
What is the proper placement of the tie tack/clasp
Center optional tie tack or tie clasp (Air Force symbol, grade insignia, or wing and star) between bottom edge of knot and bottom tip of tie
What is the proper placement of ribbons on a female service uniform
Centered on left side parallel with ground. Align bottom of the ribbons with the bottom of name tag
What is the length of the Air Force skirt
Will be no shorter than the top of the kneecap or longer that the bottom of the kneecap
What is the proper placement of the US insignia on the service coat
The US lapel insignia is placer halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it. The US letters are parallel with the ground
Of all the Air Force service uniforms which or is not authorized for officers to wear
Semi formal dress
For officer and enlisted airmen what is is the difference for the US insignia worn on the service coat
For enlisted personnel the US has a circle around it
Describe the officers braid on the service coat
General officers will wear a 1 1/2 inch wide blue sleeve braid, 3 inches for the end of the sleeve. All others will wear a 1/2 inch wide blue sleeve braid 3 inches from the end of the sleeve
Describe the USAF hap Arnold symbol
A star with a circle in the middle and feathered wings above the star
When wearing the service coat are you required to wear ribbons
You must wear all or some
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