What are Air Force Uniform Standards?

United States Air Force airmen are required to wear designated uniforms while working.  There are a few different types of uniforms and different ways to wear the uniform.  The uniform must be worn in a specific manner and must meet regulations while on duty.

Regulations

There are extensive regulations on how to wear and display the United States Air Force uniform.  These regulations can be found in the Air Force instruction manual code number 36-2903 named "Dress and Personal Appearance of Air Force Personnel."  The uniform has authorized badges, insignia and devices.  Wearing the United States Air Force means carrying on a tradition.

Types

The United States Air Force has three different categories of uniforms.  They are service, battle and functional dress.  Service dress is a formal uniform.  That is worn during ceremonies and other events.  The dress uniform consists of a three button coat with US pins on the lapel, matching trousers, and either a service cap or flight cap.  A light blue shirt is worn under the jacket with a cloth pattern necktie.  Battle dress includes the United States Air Force camouflage fatigues.  Functional dress uniforms include flight suits and air force training uniforms.

Functions

The air force has regulations for the personnel while in uniform.  They are designed to make sure all personnel are professional while wearing the United States Air Force uniform.  This includes conforming to all regulations for uniform wear.  Unacceptable behavior will not be tolerated while in uniform.