DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP — Dress And Personal Appearance

DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP governs dress and personal appearance standards and religious accommodation requests for Department of the Air Force personnel.

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  • Publication number: DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP
  • Title: DRESS AND PERSONAL APPEARANCE
  • Date: 2024-12-23

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DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP addresses tattoos, brands, body markings, mustache wear, uniforms, headwear, bags, morale patches, and religious regalia. It also sets requirements for waivers, records, controlled unclassified information, and compliance.

Applies to: This supplement applies to all uniformed members of the Regular Air Force and United States Space Force (USSF) assigned to Incirlik Air Base.

Topics covered

  • Dress and personal appearance standards
  • Tattoo, brand, and body marking policy
  • Religious accommodation requests
  • Uniform and headwear requirements
  • Flight duty uniform policy
  • Morale shirts and heritage patches

Questions and answers

What happens if personnel fail to comply with DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP?

Failure to comply with the publication is punishable as a violation of Article 92 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ).

What information must be protected when submitting nominations, applications, or other documents?

Vigilance is required to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) when submitting or sending nominations, applications, or other documents to DoD agencies through government internet, software applications, systems, e-mail, postal, faxing or scanning.

How are waiver requests submitted for requirements in DAFI36-2903_39ABWSUP?

Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to AF/A1 or SF/S1 as appropriate for non-tiered compliance items.

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