Uniforms

Airman Battle Uniform (ABU)

Utility Uniform

Start working on getting your ABU as soon as you become a member. The ABU is the uniform you will be wearing most often and is a necessity to be a part of the cadet program.

CAP's official vendor of the ABU is Vanguard. You may also find ABUs at surplus stores or online. Certain items like boots and blousing bands may be purchased from other vendors and be of different models. Please consult squadron leadership prior to making a purchase not listed on the following list to ensure the item you purchase is acceptable. 

Vanguard Sizing Chart: Click Here

Cover: Click Here

Blouse (Youth Size): Click Here

Blouse (Adult Size):  Click Here

Pants (Youth Size): Click Here

Pants (Adult Size): Click Here

Belt (39"): Click Here

Belt (44" or 55"): Click Here

Civil Air Patrol Name Tape: Click Here

Blue Last Name Tape: Click Here

Tan Undershirt: Click Here

Wing Patch: Click Here

Blousing Bands: Click Here

Boots (Male): Click Here

Boots (Female): Click Here

 

Information on how to wear the uniform is found in CAPR 39-1. Some important tips for setting up the uniform include:

• Name tapes and CAP tapes must be sewn on. Do not cut excess fabric. Fold it over itself and using a sewing machine to put it on. Feel free to ask for help from others if you do not own a sewing machine.

• Review CAPR 39-1 and the new cadet guide for information on where to place the patches and name tapes.

• The Florida Wing patch goes on the left shoulder 1/2 inch down from the shoulder seam and centered. 

 

Blues (Class B)

Service Uniform

Upon completing Achievement 1 of the Cadet Program, members will receive a voucher that ranges from $75-$175 based on necessity to help cover the cost for the service uniform. This voucher only lasts for 45 days. After that, it will not work and cannot be regained.   

CAP's official vendor of blues is Vanguard. You may also find blues at surplus stores or online. Certain items like low quarters (chloroform or not) may be purchased from other vendors and be of different models. Please consult squadron leadership prior to making a purchase not listed on the following list to ensure the item you purchase is acceptable. 

Vanguard Sizing Chart: Click Here

Belt: Click Here

Male Flight Cap: Click Here

Female Flight Cap: Click Here

Flight Cap Device: Click Here

Name Plate (Last Name): Click Here

Male Shirt: Click Here

Female Shirt: Click Here

Male Pants: Click Here

Female Pants: Click Here

Female Skirt: Click Here

Shoes: Click Here

Shoes (listed as Male but has Female equivalent sizing).  Wear black socks.  Females can also wear black slip-on shoes that have a front and back with slacks.  It would be good for females to discuss shoe options with other female cadets or senior members as the shoe options are greater.  

Female Shoes with skirt: May wear Pumps / High heels that are plain (without decoration) and black that can be polished.  May also wear black slip-on shoes that have a front and back with skirt.  Wear neutral nylon hosiery and not black socks with skirt.  It would be good for females to discuss shoe options with other female cadets or senior members as the shoe options are greater.

Male Tie: Click Here

Tie Bar: Click Here

Female Tie Tab: Click Here

 

Physical Training Uniform (PTU)

• Shoes appropriate for exercise

• Black Socks

• Black Shorts

• Black Shirt

Conservative hats may be worn.