The air force uniform will differ from the armys in velcro patches, name tape and insignia by using a spice brown color, service officials said. Dec 27, 2018 a guide on the ocp uniform phasein and what will be allowed in regulation before ocps become the mandatory air force uniform. Your hq aetc patches are 3 diameter, with merrow border and 100% embroidered with velcro backing. In may 2018, air force leaders decided to transition to the ocp following feedback from airmen that it is the best, battletested utility uniform available. Air force ocp wear video howto includes jul 2018 afi updates joe m. Jul 17, 2018 air force ocp wear video howto includes jul 2018 afi updates joe m. Air force recruits start receiving new ocp uniform in basic. Military air force patches for the ocp uniform in spice brown with hook backing. The new unit patch configuration of the ocp and 2pfdu also aligns with the traditional fdu, elevating the significance of squadron focus and identity, which supports csafs intent to revitalize squadrons, said lt.
These embroidered cloth afsc badges are made with spice brown thread on multicam fabric to match your air force uniform. Box of 100 air force patches assorted for patch collectors our price. Kelly, headquarters air force deputy chief of staff for air force operations. The new operational camouflage pattern will become standard for the air force by april 1, 2021. The only caveat is that it only contains winglevel regulations and above, squadron and group regulations will be maintained by the respective plans and programs, dov, or equivalent offices. Air force senior leaders update ocp uniform guidance u. For the initial ocp uniform rollout, air force major commands, centers and wings will see patches first, with groups and squadrons a possibility in the future, according to the air force release. Air force space command shield emblem fully embroidered in ocp colors.
Air force guidance memorandum to afi 362903, dress. It applies to all united states air force usaf military and civilian personnel assigned, deployed or tdy to. Afns airmen wearing ocp uniforms are authorized to add. The air force announced that ocp unit patches would be placed on. Featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, old to new date, new to old. Military uniform supply military uniform supply, inc. How to wear ocps on october 1st altus air force base. All you have to do is open your package and put your uniform on or in your travel bag. Authorized duty identifier tabs are listed in table 5.
The term ocp began with the army and the name acu army combat uniform is often used interchangeably with it. For over twenty 20 years military uniform supply, inc. The air force ocp mandatory wear date is april 1, 2021, in addition all patches must be spice brown background. Acu ocp unit patch placement question, answered by afpc. A traditional folddown collar promotes a professional appearance, while the rest. Air education and training command instructor ocp patch. The air force is transitioning to the operational camouflage pattern ocp. The air force ocp mandatory wear date is april 1st, 2021, in addition all patches must be spice brown background. The army combat patch, officially known as the shoulder sleeve insigniaformer wartime service ssifwts, recognizes soldiers participation in combat operations. Air force graphic courtesy of the air force personnel center a guide to the arrival of articles of ocp clothing to air national guard and air force. Apr 23, 2019 in may 2018, air force leaders decided to transition to the ocp following feedback from airmen that it is the best, battletested utility uniform available. Air force oks twopiece flight suits for regular duty, changes patch. Operational camouflage pattern ocp, originally codenamed scorpion w2, is a military camouflage pattern adopted in the mid2010s by the united states army for use as the u. These patches will have new locations on the ocp, making it an easier sleeve swap than in early versions of the style.
A guide on the ocp uniform phasein and what will be allowed in regulation before ocps become the mandatory air force uniform. Afcent has published a major update to usafcenti362903, dress and appearance of afcent air force personnel. We believe it is our commitment to providing you with exceptional customer service that built, and continues to build, our reputation. Air force ocp patches military uniform supply, inc. United states of america ocp spice brown and bagby green flag reversed with hook closure. Plus, you can get the hats, jackets, pants and other accessories you need to remain comfortable while you fulfill your military duties. Ocp stands for operation enduring freedom camouflage pattern.
May 31, 2018 the ocp s patrol cap features a velcromounted name tape on the back. We provide custom patches to all types of military organizations including army, navy, air force, marines, coast guard, military morale patches, and more. Multicam vs scorpion camo the ocp has a sixcolor palette and smooth lines, allowing its camouflage to better blend into various environments. Latest ocp guidance approves current subdued patches u.
Air force senior leaders update ocp uniform guidance robins. In most cases if it isnt on this site, it isnt official. Air force oks twopiece flight suits for regular duty, changes patch placement on ocp uniforms airmen battle uniforms hang on a rack feb. The higher headquarters patch will be worn on the left sleeve of the ocp. Sep 11, 2018 some extra information regarding the air force ocp since my last video. Sep 28, 2018 a guide on the ocp uniform phasein and what will be allowed in regulation before ocps become the mandatory air force uniform. Air force senior leaders update ocp uniform guidance air. Air force senior leaders update ocp uniform guidance news. It will also eliminate the need to maintain two separate uniforms one for ingarrison and one for deployments. The army has specific guidelines on when and how to wear the patch, which it has revised to reflect the fact that soldiers now are deployed at smaller echelon levels.
I know there was a whole mix up that the patches were actually switched and whatnot, but i dont know which placement is offical. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Air force ocp wear video howto includes jul 2018 afi. Armys main camouflage pattern on the army combat uniform acu. Everything you need to know about the new air force ocp patches. Action embroidery air force skill badge abu security police id badge. Thread colors are spice brown 67196, bagby green 67204, olive drab 673 and black 678 per the institute of heraldry tioh. Occupational badges will be worn 12inch above the us air force name tape, including those previously worn on the pocket. Air national guard patch scorpion ocp air combat command patch scorpion ocp subdued infrared reversed us flag patch scorpion ocp german armed forces proficiency badge army asu. The air force will relocate unit patches on its operational camouflage uniform from the left sleeve to the right, the service announced tuesday. Nov 24, 2019 the army combat patch, officially known as the shoulder sleeve insigniaformer wartime service ssifwts, recognizes soldiers participation in combat operations. The air force announced that ocp unit patches would be placed on the left sleeve, but after receiving feedback from airmen all throughout the service, it was decided to move the placement of ocp patches to the right sleeve along with the u. Ocp patch placement im a bit lost on the placement of the patches. We have converted hundreds of air force and army patches to the operational camouflage pattern ocp palette.
Referred to as jet joint expeditionary tasking airmen, more than 180 of them assigned to provincial reconstruction teams and other taskings are wearing the oef camouflage pattern ocp. New recruits issued the prior uniform will have to buy the ocps with their clothing allowance. Air force graphic courtesy of the air force personnel center westover air reserve base, mass. Air forces central command instruction 362903, a supplemental publication outlining dress and appearance standards for personnel assigned to usafcent, has been revised and is effective june 1, 2016. Apr 23, 2019 the new unit patch configuration of the ocp and 2pfdu also aligns with the traditional fdu, elevating the significance of squadron focus and identity, which supports csafs intent to revitalize squadrons, said lt. The ocps patrol cap features a velcromounted name tape on the back. The air force announced april 23 new rules on operational camouflage pattern uniforms that aim to better fit the needs of airmen and the jobs they do while also holding fast to tradition. May 14, 2018 while some airmen already wear the ocp. Air force central usafcent ocp multicam patch is bagby green in color per authorized specifications from tioh the institute of heraldry and designed for the multicam ocp uniform. Sep 05, 2018 army bat patch rules shoulder flag sometimes ears backwards airmen can don the ocp uniform starting airmen can don theread more flag placement on ocp uniform.
Maybe another video is due now that the air force has ironed out more details regarding wear, more bases are carrying. Current uniform patches ok for air force ocp for now. Last friday, the us air force released an article on the fielding of army ocie in ocp multicam for deploying airmen. The air force patches available from medals of america celebrates the history of the air force from the early years where it was a division within the army to the modern era where the air force is a sophisticated fighting force that often keeps the forces of other nationstates from attacking the u. Robert labrutta, the air force s director of military. Air force oks unit patch sleeve swap on new ocp uniform. Here are all the features on the new air force ocps.
Air force oks twopiece flight suits for regular duty, changes patch placement on ocp uniforms. During the initial rollout of the ocp, we originally matched our sister services regarding patch configurations as we sought to emphasize our role as a joint warfighting force, said air. Air force digital tigerstripe abu airman battle uniform. Our patch and badge sewing is completed inside our warehouse, so we send out uniforms that are ready to wear. Engineered to meet strict military standards, the truspec ocp uniform coat is built for battle. Air force oks twopiece flight suits for regular duty.
Some extra information regarding the air force ocp since my last video. Ocp patches operational camouflage pattern patches. The air force will redesign patches used for commands down to the squadron level so they incorporate the spice brown color. Afns airmen wearing ocp uniforms are authorized to add their former airmen battle uniform subdued patches until the mandatory brown subdued ones go into effect. Airmen may hear it referred to as the combat utility uniform in official guidance from the air force.
Initially, there was some confusion about air force ocp patch placement. Apr 24, 2019 air force oks twopiece flight suits for regular duty, changes patch placement on ocp uniforms airmen battle uniforms hang on a rack feb. The changes highlighted include authorization of the twopiece flight duty uniform in garrison and updated patch guidance for the ocp uniform. In januray 2020, the ocp uniform was announced as the official us space force uniform for the newly created military branch. Cloth usaf occupational badges multicam ocp kellac. Apr 23, 2019 the air force will relocate unit patches on its operational camouflage uniform from the left sleeve to the right, the service announced tuesday. United states of america ocp spice brown and bagby green flag forward facing with hook closure. Jan 02, 2019 for the initial ocp uniform rollout, air force major commands, centers and wings will see patches first, with groups and squadrons a possibility in the future, according to the air force release. Maybe another video is due now that the air force has ironed out. Airman battle uniform or the operational camouflage pattern ocp until ocp wear is. On this look around the air force, air force chief of staff general david goldfein talks about the importance of maintaining space superiority at. The longawaited ocp uniform is on its way to the air force. Squadron patches will be worn on the right sleeve along with the u.
Mens truspec ocp uniform coat tactical gear superstore. Airmen may wear any ocp uniform officially in the inventory since the uniforms inception in 2012, as long as it is serviceable and they wear it according to the interim guidance published on the air force s personnel center site, and eventually, in afi 362903. Airmen may wear any ocp uniform officially in the inventory since the uniforms inception in 2012, as long as it is serviceable and they wear it according to the interim guidance published on the air forces personnel center site, and eventually, in afi 362903. We will now place the squadron patch on the right sleeve along with the u. All air force regulations and forms can be found at the air force epublishing site. Our ocp patches are manufactured in accordance with the published guidelines and artwork from the institute of heraldry tioh and the air force historical research agency afhra. The purpose of the air force occupational badge is to denote and provide recognition of training, education, and qualifications received in a particular career field. It measures 3 inches wide by 3 inches tall, and comes with hook backing for quick and easy attachment to scorpion or. The air force will relocate unit patches on its operational camouflage uniform from the left sleeve to the right. Army bat patch rules shoulder flag sometimes ears backwards airmen can don the ocp uniform starting airmen can don theread more flag placement on ocp uniform. All our military velcro patches are sewnonnever gluedcreating a truly durable patch that can stand up to even the harshest conditions. Flag placement on ocp uniform about flag collections. Robert labrutta, the air forces director of military. Air force oks 2piece flight suits for regular duty, changes patch placement on ocp uniforms by corey dickstein stars and stripes airmen from seymour johnson air force base march in the wayne county veterans day parade, nov.