First Sergeant’s Corner

Bags and backpacks
With so many outstanding fitness centers available for use throughout the KMC, it’s not uncommon to see people carrying gym bags or backpacks.  But it’s important to remember that some restrictions apply when you’re in uniform.

Air Force personnel may carry gym bags or backpacks in the left hand, on the left shoulder or on both shoulders. Backpacks may be worn using one or both straps. Personnel may not wear backpacks or gym bags with the strap diagonally across the chest.

Also, there are color restrictions. Gym bags may be solid black or dark blue. Backpacks worn with blue uniform combinations may be solid black only.  Backpacks worn with BDUs may be solid black, olive drab or woodland camouflage.