The Air Force Uniform Board recently approved the addition of Air Force symbol cuff links, tie tacks and tie bars. These items will replace the respective coat-of-arms items currently in the inventory, said Master Sgt. Ruth Nischwitz, Air Force uniform section chief. Also in the inventory are grade insignia and Hap Arnold wing and star items. These optional items are authorized for wear with the service dress, long-sleeved shirt and blouse, mess dress, semi-formal and maternity dress. If there are no manufacturing delays, they should be available by 2003, Nischwitz said. The phase-out period for coat-of-arms cuff links, tie bars and tie tacks will be published in the new Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Appearance, later this year.
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