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Class B Outerwear

While wearing the class B uniform there are a few different options to keep warm when there's a chill in the air.

 

I don't see these on Vanguard. Where do you get them?

Unfortunately, we're really kind of limited, and you're definitely limited if you're a smaller cadet because unfortunately most of these sources are aimed actual USAF personnel. You can get them at the Military Clothing Store (typically found in an Exchange). You might be able to find them at a surplus store, I would peruse the internet before hitting the road. And you might be able to find them on eBay. If your going for lightweight blue jacket, which is the most popular option, make sure to get just a plain blue jacket. Don't get the jackets with "U.S. Air Force" on the left side. 

IAW CAPR 39-1: "6.1.3.2. The lightweight blue jacket will be partially lined, water repellant and is authorized for inside, and outside. It has a zipper front, two slanted pockets, knitted cuffs and waistband. The jacket will be waist length with the zipper worn no lower than halfway between the collar and the waistband. The jacket may be worn with or without an insulated liner. If worn, the insulated liner will not be visible. The embroidered USAF Emblem paired with the text “US Air Force” is not authorized for wear by CAP members on this jacket."

 

What if I can find or afford these outer garments?

If you either a.) can't find your size because everything sized for small adults at the best, and/or b.) you can't afford it. It's understood. Do your best to find a similar color and cut of jacket and just like PT gear, try and keep logos small to nonexistent.  

 

There is one last outer garment that has not been mentioned, that is the Top Coat and the All Weather Coat -- basically an Air Force trench coat. I'll let you look up Chapter 6.1.8 in CAPR 39-1 if you wish to know more, because this isn't a jacket that's going to get a whole lot of use in our climate.

 

 

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