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# Aviator Gear Blog Page 3 of 3

The Aviator Gear blog is a resource for military units, first responders, and organizations looking to make informed decisions about custom apparel and gear. Here you’ll find practical guidance on design, materials, printing methods, and ordering processes, along with insights into what goes into creating durable, mission-ready shirts and gear. Our goal is to provide clear, experience-based information that helps teams plan, design, and order with confidence.

![Image representing USAF New T-Shirt Guidelines](https://www.aviatorgear.com/images/vector/medium/70.png)

## [USAF New T-Shirt Guidelines](https://www.aviatorgear.com/v-70-usaf-new-t-shirt-guidelines.aspx)

September 6, 2025

Check out the new Airman Battle Uniform and Flight Duty Uniform guidelines.*(read more)*

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![Image representing Rules of Military Heraldry](https://www.aviatorgear.com/images/vector/medium/62.png)

## [Rules of Military Heraldry](https://www.aviatorgear.com/v-62-rules-of-military-heraldry.aspx)

June 3, 2025

Official military patches must adhere to strict guidelines set by TIOH - and for USAF patches, the AFHRA. These guidelines apply to official squadron, group, and wing emblems.*(read more)*

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![Image representing Model Unpacking Instructions](https://www.aviatorgear.com/images/vector/medium/54.png)

## [Model Unpacking Instructions](https://www.aviatorgear.com/v-54-model-unpacking-instructions.aspx)

November 8, 2016

A couple of tips that will help you unpack, assemble, and care for your custom model.*(read more)*

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![Image representing History of the Challenge Coin](https://www.aviatorgear.com/images/vector/medium/43.png)

## [History of the Challenge Coin](https://www.aviatorgear.com/v-43-history-of-the-challenge-coin.aspx)

November 8, 2016

The history of the Challenge Coin dates to WWI, first used by a U.S. Army Air Service unit. Now popular across organizations, many are prized collectibles.*(read more)*

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![Image representing Aviator Gear Salutes CCATT](https://www.aviatorgear.com/images/vector/medium/13.jpg)

## [Aviator Gear Salutes CCATT](https://www.aviatorgear.com/v-13-aviator-gear-salutes-ccatt.aspx)

November 8, 2016

Aviator Gear is proud to support the brave men and women of the Critical Care Air Transport Teams providing critical medical aid to our troops in combat.*(read more)*