Nov. 10, 2022 Indigenous Airman celebrates being among first to receive religious hair accommodation The U.S. Air Force recently approved a religious accommodation for a security forces Defender regarding his hair length. A decision that could pave the way for more indigenous Airmen to serve.
July 31, 2021 Air Force improves readiness for a diverse force Significant changes to the restrictions on women’s hair early in 2021 included allowing braids and ponytails in all uniforms, operational safety permitting.