1. The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1

2. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly?
The AFJROTC uniform is the same, with certain exceptions, as that worn by active duty Air Force personnel.
It is important to honor the uniform and to wear it properly.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

3. How do you wear the Air Force uniform properly? (cont’d)
Information can be found in our Cadet Handbook. The handbook is located under the school website: then Students, Activities, JROTC, tile on right side.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

4. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d)
Service uniform for both males and females
Form-fitting, properly fitting coat
Proper sleeve length
Proper coat length
Properly fitted trousers or slacks
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

5. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d)
Uniform do’s
Do wear the standard Air Force uniform properly.
Do wear the uniform on the day established by the SASI (usually at least one day each week).
Do wear the uniform
At other times specified by the SASI
When you fly on military aircraft
When participating in color guard or drill team
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

6. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d)
Do keep shoes polished and shined.
Do wear shoes appropriate for the activity.
Do keep badges and other metallic devices clean and free of scratches and corrosion.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

7. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d)
Do keep ribbons clean and replace them when they become worn, frayed, or faded.
If your unit is in a military high school, do wear the distinctive uniform required by the institution for special occasions or ceremonies.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

8. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards (cont’d)
Uniform don’ts
Don’t wear the Air Force commissioned officer sleeve braid or officer silver thread on flight caps.
Don’t wear the uniform with other clothing.
Don’t lend your uniform to someone not a member of AFJROTC program.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

9. What are the AFJROTC uniform standards? (cont’d)
Don’t allow articles such as wallets, pencils, pens, and combs to be visible.
Don’t wear earphones or headphones while in uniform, unless required by duty.
Don’t carry pagers or cell phones unless required for duty.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

10. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming?
Standards for wearing the uniform consist of four elements.
Neatness
Cleanliness
Safety
Military image ** (Most Important)
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

11. Cadet appearance and grooming?
Jewelry standards
Cadets in uniform may wear
A wristwatch
Rings, but no more than three at one time
A neat, conservative wrist bracelet no wider than one inch
Female cadets may wear conservative earrings (Gold, silver, pearl, diamond, cubic zirconium spherical earrings – no others authorized)
Male cadets may not wear earrings.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

12. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Eyeglasses or sunglasses
Must have conservative frames and lenses
Must not be faddish or have mirrored lenses
Cannot be worn around neck while in uniform
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

13. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Tattoos or brands cannot be obscene or advocate discrimination.
Excessive tattoos or brands will not be exposed or visible while in uniform.
No objects may be displayed through nose, tongue, or any exposed body part.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

14. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Specific female cadet guidelines
Hair
No longer than bottom of collar edge at back of neck
Conservative style
Should look professional and allow headgear to be worn properly
Must not be too full or high on head
Plain (if any) pins, combs, barrettes, etc.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

15. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Length of skirt may not vary beyond top and bottom of kneecap.
Skirt should fit smoothly, should hang naturally, and must not be excessively tight.
Hosiery must be worn with the skirt.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

16. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Specific male cadet guidelines: Hair
Must be clean, neat, and trimmed
Must not contain large amounts of grooming aids that remain visible in hair
Should not touch ears or eyebrows
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

17. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Specific male cadet guidelines: Hair
Should not touch collar, except for closely cut or shaved hair on back of neck
Should not exceed 1¼ inches in bulk regardless of length
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

18. What are the guidelines for cadet appearance and grooming? (cont’d)
Must not protrude below the front band of headgear
Must have tapered appearance on sides and back
Must not have bulk or length that interferes with wearing headgear properly
May not have foreign items attached
May have sideburns if they are straight, are of even width, and end in a clean, horizontal line
Must not have extreme or faddish styles or colors
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

19. What are the insignia of grade?
Active duty insignia of grade
An insignia is a badge or mark of office or honor.
The Air Force grade insignia system is broken down into two categories:
Officer grades
Enlisted grades
Enlisted grades are subdivided into two categories:
Noncommissioned Officers (NCO)
Airman grades
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

20. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Proper methods of address when speaking to officers
“Lieutenant” for a Second Lieutenant and a First Lieutenant
“Colonel” for either a Lieutenant Colonel or a Colonel
“General” for all generals
Use full titles for official correspondence.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

21. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Proper methods of address when speaking to NCOs
“Chief” for a Chief Master Sergeant
“Sergeant” for all other sergeants
Use full titles in official correspondence.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

22. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Tiers of Air Force Active Duty Grades
Airman Tier – AB, Amn, A1C, SrA
NCO Tier – SSgt, TSgt
Senior NCO Tier – MSgt, SMSgt, CMSgt
Company Grade – 2Lt, 1Lt, Capt.
Field Grade – Maj, Lt. Col, Colonel
Flag Grade – Brig Gen, Maj Gen, Lt Gen, General.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
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23. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
First sergeants may hold the rank of Master Sergeant (MSgt), Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt), or Chief Master Sergeant (CMSgt).
These top senior NCOs hold a position of trust and responsibility as the link between the commander and the unit personnel.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

24. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
The Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force (CMSAF)
Holds highest position of any enlisted personnel
Acts as personal advisor to Air Force Chief of Staff and Secretary of the Air Force
Provides information about welfare, effectiveness, and progress of enlisted force
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
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25. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
CMSAF
8 Stripes with wreath around the bottom and sides of the star and the Great Seal of the United States with two stars in the upper left field.
On October 24, 1966, AF Chief of Staff General John P. McConnell announced the position of Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
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26. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
CMSAF
Position was added to create prestige to the NCO Corps.
Only one Chief Master Sergeant in the entire Air Force can be the CMSAF.
The first CMSAF was Chief Paul W. Airey
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

27. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Cadet enlisted grade insignia
Cadet Airman—pointed chevron of 1 stripe, with torch in the middle
Cadet Airman First Class—pointed chevron of 2 stripes, with torch in the middle
Cadet Senior Airman—pointed chevron of 3 stripes, with torch in the middle
Cadet Staff Sergeant—pointed chevron of 4 stripes, with torch in the middle
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

28. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Cadet Technical Sergeant—pointed chevron of 5 stripes, with torch in the middle
Cadet Master Sergeant—pointed chevron of 6 stripes, with one stripe inverted above the torch in the middle
Cadet Senior Master Sergeant—pointed chevron of 7 stripes, with two stripes inverted above the torch in the middle
Cadet Chief Master Sergeant—pointed chevron of 8 stripes, with three stripes inverted above the torch in the middle
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

29. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Cadets, like active duty personnel, may also wear other insignia (badges).
There are also ribbons authorized for wear on the Air Force Junior ROTC uniform, as they are awarded.
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

30. What are the insignia of grade? (cont’d)
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards

31. Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards
Introduction to Air Force Junior ROTC
Lesson 2, Chapter 1, The Military Uniform and Appearance Standards