CAP Uniforms
CAP Uniforms
As the official Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol has a long history of wearing Air Force style uniforms: Blue Service Uniform and Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP). As with all Civil Air Patrol uniforms, this should be worn properly (in accordance with CAPR 39-1, CAP Uniform Manual) and proudly, so as to bring credit to Squadron 138, Civil Air Patrol and the U.S. Air Force.
Civil Air Patrol members may continue to wear the older ABU until October 2028, when the new Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform will become mandatory. It is not necessary to buy a new OCP to replace your ABU. Both uniforms will be acceptable at CAP meetings and activities until October 2028.
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Dark blue flight cap with CAP insignia
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Short sleeve light blue shirt with nameplate and grade insignia (when earned)
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Dark blue trousers
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Dark blue belt with silver buckle and tip
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White V-neck T-shirt
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Black high gloss oxford shoes
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Plain black socks
CAP Uniforms
As the official Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol has a long history of wearing Air Force style uniforms: Blue Service Uniform and Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP). As with all Civil Air Patrol uniforms, this should be worn properly (in accordance with CAPR 39-1, CAP Uniform Manual) and proudly, so as to bring credit to Squadron 138, Civil Air Patrol and the U.S. Air Force.
Civil Air Patrol members may continue to wear the older ABU until October 2028, when the new Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP) uniform will become mandatory. It is not necessary to buy a new OCP to replace your ABU. Both uniforms will be acceptable at CAP meetings and activities until October 2028.
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Dark blue flight cap with CAP insignia
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Short sleeve light blue shirt with nameplate and grade insignia (when earned)
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Dark blue trousers
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Dark blue belt with silver buckle and tip
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White V-neck T-shirt
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Black high gloss oxford shoes
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Plain black socks
Sources
There are two primary sources for Air Force-style uniforms (Blues and OCP) worn by CAP members:
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CAP members with proper membership cards are permitted to purchase Air Force-style uniforms authorized for wear by CAP members.
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Military Clothing Sales Store
CAP members are authorized to purchase Air Force uniforms at Military Clothing Sales Stores at the local Space Force base. This is the cheapest source of new Air Force uniforms. The store is located within the Base Exchange at Los Angeles Space Force Base, 200 N. Douglas Avenue, El Segundo:
Directions:
o From the I-405 Freeway, exit at El Segundo Blvd. and drive West. Turn right on Douglas St. and the main gate is about 100 yards, on the right.
o Enter the main entrance of the Base Exchange
o Military Clothing Sales Store is in the far right corner, and there is a large sign over the door
You must show current CAP membership card when entering the base. Usually, only one member in each car is required to show a card, but depending on the current Force Protection level, sometimes all occupants must show identification. You also must show the CAP membership when making your purchase.
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Vanguardmil is CAP's approved vendor for uniforms and insignia.
CAP insignia: Squadron 138 maintains a small supply of common uniform insignia for its members. To purchase CAP insignia, go to Vanguardmil, Civil Air Patrol's uniform supplier. Be sure to use the monthly discount coupon offered by Vanguardmil!
Rack Builder:
This handy CAP Rack Builder, developed by CAP's McChord Composite Squadron, allows you to check each ribbon that you have earned, and then create a graphic picture of how they are worn.
