Wear of the BDU cover

[Hawk200]

As far as the cardboard....never mind that in the summer it becomes a heat hazard. The cap is designed to vent and the cardboard negates those benefits.  As far as proper wear, I agree there seems to be a disconnect on that.


P. A. Perkins
Major, Civil Air Patrol
Deputy Commander for Cadets, Red Oak Cadet Squadron
SWR-TX-803

Uh, no. the vents are on the sides. The cardboard just goes into the top. If the vents are covered, you're not doing it right.

[AngelWings]

Here is another recommendation, get a smaller than usual hat. If your a 7 1/2(like me) you should go a 7 1/4. It techanically sits on your head, it'll never fall off in formation, it will not touch your head, and it won't be crooked has long has you put it on correctly. Fits tight like the sleeves(if you role them to perfection and make them wrinkleless) and complements well starched set of BDU's and a well shined set of boots.

[The CyBorg is destroyed]

Is metal grade still authorized for either the BDU or BBDU hat?

I haven't seen an ICL on that.

[Slim]

Is metal grade still authorized for either the BDU or BBDU hat?

I haven't seen an ICL on that.

Check the Jan, 08 ICL.  Quick answer, BBDU hat=yes, BDU hat=no, embroidered only.