JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. –
As most of you already know, the new Air Force Instruction 36-2903, Dress and Appearance of Air Force Personnel was just published in July. One of the changes is the use of electronic devices while walking in uniform.
Paragraph 6.3.3.2 states, "While walking in uniform, use of personal electronic media devices, including ear pieces, speaker phones or text messaging is limited to emergencies or when official notifications are necessary. Military customs and courtesies take precedence."
So, if you haven't done so, I encourage each of you to read the new AFI because it is very important that each Airman, regardless of rank or position, knows the dress and appearance standards, follows them and is able to inform those who are not in compliance with the standards.