Another small victory. New change to AFI 36-2903:
8.3.6. Morale Patches and Tabs. Wing Commanders may authorize the wear of morale
patches on the shoulders of the FDU on Fridays, or during special events. Small morale tabs
may be worn on the exposed Velcro of the left sleeve when the pen pocket cover is removed;
wear is not restricted. Squadron Commanders will approve and maintain a list of acceptable
morale patches and tabs for wear by assigned Airmen.
8.4.5. Nametags. Cloth nametags for FDU/DFDU and flight jackets will be 2 X 4 inches in
size and worn over the left breast pocket. As a minimum, the Aeronautical badge, Space,
Cyberspace or missile operations badges (if awarded) are mandatory and nametags will
contain individual‘s name and rank (rank is mandatory for enlisted personnel). Embroidered
badges will be consistent in color with MAJCOM approved nametag colors. In the case of
subdued nametags, embroidered badges will be black or dark blue in color. MAJCOM
supplements to this instruction will standardize nametags (i.e., background/border colors,
squadron logos, naming convention, etc.). Nametags for Leather A-2 Flying Jacket will be 2
x 4 inches, brown or black leather, simulated leather. Emboss with silver wings or badges,
first and last name, rank, and USAF. Note: Commanders authorized to wear the Command
Insignia pin will wear the insignia on the left side of the nametag. The insignia will be worn
only while performing commander duties. Exception: Wing Commanders may authorize
the wear of morale nametags on Fridays or during special events. Squadron Commanders
will ensure name tags are in good taste and reflect proper military order, discipline, morale,
and image.
8.7. Undergarments. Undergarments are required with the FDU and DFDU. During flight
operations all undergarments, to include cold weather undergarments, must be cotton or fire
retardant material and must be on the safe to fly list maintained by Aircrew Flight Equipment
(AFE). Undershirts will be crewneck style and tan in color. Exception: Wing Commanders
may authorize Airmen to wear a designated unit standardized color undershirt on Fridays, or
during special events.