Chapter-17 Flashcards
How did military uniform combinations evolve intowhat Air Force personnel wear today? (417)
From a design with many devices and accouterments to onethat is plain yet distinctive, presenting the appearance of amilitary professional.
Where can you find official guidance on uniformitems and combinations? ( 417)
AFI 36-2903, Dress and Personal Appearance of Air ForcePersonnel.
When wearing the uniform, you must 1) adhere tostandards of neatness, cleanliness, safety, uniformity andmilitary image; and 2) present the appearance of a disciplinedservice member. Name three additional requirements.(417)
You must 3) procure and maintain all mandatory clothingitems; 4) follow local supplements and procedures; and 5)keep your uniforms neat, clean, pressed, buttoned andproperly maintained.
While in uniform, you may not walk while smoking,using smokeless tobacco, drinking or eating. What otherrestrictions apply? ( 417)
You may not 1) stand or walk with your hands in your pockets,other than to insert or remove items; or 2) walk in uniformwhile using personal electronic media devices, includingear pieces, speaker phones or text messaging, unless requiredfor emergencies or when official notifications arenecessary.
When enlisted members must wear ___ or functionalitems, installation commanders provide them at nocost. (417)
Organizational.
When performing duties on other services’ installations,members must comply with the other service’s orderof dress. T/F (417)
True. (Provided their standards are not less restrictive thanthe Air Force’s.)
You must wear your uniform when you depart froma military airfield on DoD aircraft or US governmentcommercial contracted flights. T IF (417)
False. (It is optional.)
Civilian clothing worn when departing from a militaryairfield on DoD aircraft or US government commercialcontract flight must meet what standards? (417)
It must be neat, clean, and appropriate for intlight operations,the mode of travel and destination.
List some clothing items considered inappropriatewhen departing from a military airfield on DoD aircraftor a US government commercial contracted flight. (417)
Ripped, tom, frayed or patched clothing; tank tops; shorts;short skirts; undergarments worn as outer garments; bathingsuits; and any garments that are revealing or display obscene,profane or lewd words or drawings.
Is the ABU acceptable when traveling between military installations? (417)
Yes.
Name three of the four restrictions on wearing theuniform. (417)
Any three of the following: do not wear the uniform 1) ifuniform items don’t meet Air Force specifications; 2) at apublic event or public demonstration, if wearing it impliesAir Force sanction of a cause; 3) to further political activities;or 4) for private employment or commercial interests.
Men and women’s hair must be clean, well-groomedand neat, with a minimum amount of grooming aids. Canhair be dyed? (417)
Yes, if it looks natural.
Hair will not touch the eyebrows or protrude belowthe front band of properly worn headgear. What exceptionapplies for women? (417)
Hair may be visible in front of the women’s flight cap.
Men’s hair must have a(n) __ appearance on both sides and back, with and without headgear. (418)
Tapered.
Men’s hair will not exceed __ inch(es) in bulk,regardless of length, and will not exceed __ inch( es) atthe natural termination point. (418)
l l/4 inches; 1/4 inch.
Men’s and women’s hair is not worn in extreme orfad styles. It cannot exceed length or __ standards, orviolate safety requirements. (418)
Bulk.
Men’s hair will not touch the ears. What part is allowedto touch the collar? (418)
Only the closely cut or shaved hair on the back of the neck.
For men, the block cut is permitted with a taperedappearance. T/F (418)
True.
May men shave their head, wear a flat-top or have amilitary high-and-tight haircut? (418)
Yes. (Women may not.)
Women’s hairstyles must present a(n) __ appearance.(418)
Professional.
Women’s hair cannot extend below an invisible linedrawn parallel to the ground at the __ edge of theshirt collar, regardless of length. (418)
Bottom.
Which of these items may not be worn in women’shair - conservative hairpins, scrunchies, headbands,combs, elastic bands or barrettes? (418)
Scrunchies.
What are the length and bulk limitations for women’shair? (418)
Hair must be at least l inch in length, not to exceed 3 inchesin bulk.
What are the standards for women wearing hair pinsand headbands? (418)
They must match the hair color
For women, long hair worn in a bun must be securedwith no loose ends. What are the standards for wearingbangs? (418)
If worn, they will not touch the eyebrows.
For women, what are the standards for wearing hairin a ponytail? (418)
It must be pulled all the way through the elastic band hangingnaturally downward and not extend below the collar.
What are the standards for wigs and hairpieces?(418)
They must 1) be in accordance with the standards for naturalhair; 2) be of good quality; 3) fit properly; and 4) not exceedthe limits for natural hair.
Are personnel working in aircraft flightline or inflightoperations authorized to wear wigs or hairpieces?(418)
No.
When can beards be worn? (418)
Only for health reasons, when authorized by a commanderon the advice of a medical official.
If your commander authorizes a beard, your facialhair must be trimmed to not exceed __ inch(es) inlength. (418)
l/4 inch.
If granted a shaving waiver, can you shave any facialhair? (418)
No.
Describe the appearance standards for mustaches.(418
Mustaches cannot extend downward beyond the upper lipline or extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upwardfrom the comers of the mouth.
Sideburns must be neatly trimmed and tapered inthe same manner as the haircut, straight and of evenwidth, and end in a clean-shaven horizontal line. Whatare the length limits? (418)
They will not extend below the lowest part of the exterior earopening.
What are the standards for women’s cosmetics?(418)
They must be conservative and in good taste, and will not beworn in field conditions.
Fingernails must not extend more thaninch( es) past the tip of the finger. (418)
1/4 inch.
Other than length, what are the appearance standardsfor fingernails? (418)
They must be clean, well-groomed and not interfere withduty performance or hinder proper fit of prescribed safetyequipment or uniform items.
What are the Air Force standards for nail polish? (418)
It must be a single color (with no decorations) that complementsskin tone or a French manicure if worn. Bright andother extreme colors are not authorized.
What is the difference between unauthorized andinappropriate tattoos and brands? (418)
Unauthorized tattoos and brands are prohibited in and out ofuniform. They must be removed at your own expense in atimely manner or you may be involuntarily separated. Inappropriatetattoos and brands are those considered excessive.
What kinds of tattoos and brands are unauthorized,in and out of uniform? (418)
Those that are 1) obscene or advocate sexual, racial, ethnicor religious discrimination; 2) prejudicial to good order anddiscipline; and 3) of a nature that tends to bring discreditupon the Air Force.
How is “excessive” defined for inappropriate tattoosand brands? (418)
Any tattoos or brands that exceed one-fourth coverage of theexposed body part and those visible above the collarbonewhen wearing an open-collar uniform or visible through theuniform.
Who determines the acceptability of tattoos displayedwhile in uniform? (419)
Commanders, using AFI 36-2903 as guidance.
What will you be required to do if you have inappropriatetattoos? (419)
I) Maintain complete coverage using current uniform items;or 2) volunteer to remove them. (Members who choose notto comply are subject to disciplinary action.)
Can commanders seek Air Force medical support forvoluntary tattoo removal? (419)
Yes, depending on the circumstances.
In uniform or civilian attire, women may wear oneset of earrings. This authorization is separate from allother body piercing standards. T/F (419)
True.
What are the body piercing standards while in uniformor in civilian attire while on official duty or off-dutyon a military installation? (419)
Members are prohibited from attaching, affixing or displayingobjects, articles, jewelry or ornamentation to or throughthe ear (males), nose, tongue, eyebrows, lips or any exposedbody part (including being visible through the uniform).
Who may impose more restrictive standards for tattoos,brands, body markings and ornaments, on- or offduty,in locations where the Air Force-wide standards may not be adequate to address cultural sensitivities ormission requirements? (419)
MAJCOM Commanders (MAJCOM/CC).
MAJCOM Commanders (MAJCOM/CC) can imposeeven more restrictive standards for tattoos, brands,body markings and ornaments on those performing highlyvisible special mission requirements or special dutypositions. T/F (419)
True. (These include but are not limited to I) permanentlyassigned recruiters; 2) ROTC cadre; 3) Officer TrainingSchool (OTS) cadre; 4) US Air Force Academy (USAFA)cadre; 5) Military Training Instructors (MTI); 6) MilitaryTraining Leaders (MTL); and 7) instructors in any trainingenvironment.)
Individuals are prohibited from pursuing body alterationsor modifications if it is and results in avisible, physical effect that detracts from a professionalmilitary image. (419)
Intentional.
For social or official functions, the mess dress uniformis mandatory. T/F (419)
False. (The semiformal service dress may also be worn.)
Are nametags and headgear worn with the messdress uniform? (419)
No.
Is saluting required when in mess dress uniform?(419)
No.
What items comprise the mess dress uniform? (419-420)
1) Jacket; 2) trousers/skirt; 3) shirt/blouse; 4) tie/tie tab; 5)cuff-links; 6) studs; 7) cummerbund; 8) suspenders; and 9)shoes.
The mess dress jacket (men and women) is semifitted,single-breasted and straight-backed. What is positioneddiagonally on each side of the lapel? ( 419)
Three wing and star buttons.
Women’s mess dress jackets have a satin shawl collarand lapels and a front link chain closure. T/F (419)
False. (There is no front link chain closure.)
Men’s mess dress jackets have a front link chain closurewith a(n) __ on each end. (419)
Button
What standards apply to the mess dress jacket’ssleeves? (419)
All jacket sleeves end approximately 114 to 1/2 inch belowthe wrist.
What size chevrons do men and women wear on themess dress jacket? (419)
Men - 4-inch chevrons. Women - 3 1/2- or 4-inch chevrons.
The shade and material of the mess dress uniformjacket and trousers or skirt must match. T/F (419)
True.
What accouterments are worn on the mess dressjacket? (419)
Occupational, duty, miscellaneous badges and commandinsignia.
On the mess dress jacket, aeronautical, space, cyberand chaplain badges are optional. T/F (419)
False. (They are mandatory.)
Will miniature medals be worn on the mess dressjacket? (419)
Yes
Men’s mess dress trousers are high rise with sidepockets and __ -inch blue striping, and without cuffsor pleats. (420)
7/8-inch.
Women’s mess dress skirts must be ankle length andhang straight. What are the other requirements? (420)
They must have l) a one panel front and a one or two panelback; and 2) a seam on the left side split to the top of theknee (or an A-line style without the split).
The mess dress shirt/blouse is a conventional white,long-sleeved dress type with a turndown collar andFrench cuffs with pleats. Women may wear the longsleevedblouse with barrel cuffs. May the shirt/blousehave military creases? (420)
No. (They are prohibited.)
What are the mess dress tie requirements for menand women? (420)
Men wear the blue satin bow tie (5 to 5 1/2 inches long).Women wear the blue satin inverted-V tie tab with selffasteningtails.