Air Force Uniform Office staff wants your opinions Published Feb. 26, 2010 By Brad Jessmer Air Force Uniform Office WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFNS) -- The Air Force Uniform Office staff here conducted field solicitations for Airmen suggestions and concerns about Air Force uniforms to incorporate into a uniform strategic plan for future developments. These forums took place Jan. 25 and 26 at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, and Feb. 17 and 18 Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex, Ala. AFUO officials are considering several other bases for future visits in order to get a decent sample from Airmen in different climate zones. "Air Force leaders want to know the uniform needs of our Airmen," said Maj. Eric Habersberger, the AFUO deputy chief. "This is the best way to find out. We go out to our Airmen performing the mission to learn about their needs and what we can do to help." The AFUO staff conducted seven different sessions at Hill AFB, four with enlisted and three with officers, and seven at Maxwell-Gunter, five with enlisted and two with officers, to hear what Airmen had to say about their uniforms. Each uniform item was discussed, from the airman battle uniform to the service dress, with several Airmen bringing in uniform items to better illustrate their concerns. "Overall, I would say this was a huge success for us," said Master Sgt. James Lynn, an AFUO subject matter expert. "The folks who came in to speak with us came prepared, and all feedback was highly constructive." Each group met for approximately one hour and discussed all aspects of uniforms in an open forum setting. Members of the AFUO listened to all feedback, taking note of each Airman's comments. AFUO officials will compile all suggestions from the solicitations and submit them to the Air Force Uniform Board for consideration in the requirements generation process. "It's important to enable and enhance the abilities of our Airmen to perform their missions," said Maj. Darien Hammett, the 648th Aeronautical Systems Squadron commander. "We have to listen to the unique individual needs of every career field, and consider those needs as we create uniforms that are designed for all Airmen." Once the AFUO staff selects the installation for this forum, announcements are made in advance at that location and Airmen from all career fields are welcome to sign up.