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Federal Employee Requests

Federal employees and their families can use the U.S. Air Force Symbol and U.S. Space Force logo on personal items such as shirts, banners and invitations. It is a great way to show pride for your service or show support for a loved one. However, many businesses require permission from the Air Force and Space Force Intellectual Property (IP) Management office prior to creating a product.

The Air Force and Space Force IP Management office will work with federal employees who plan to use a DAF IP for projects approved by our office. If you have questions regarding display guidelines or would like to submit a one-time request, we ask that you fill out the request form HERE.

Public Requests

The Air Force and Space Force IP Management office assists non-federal entities (NFEs) – including cities, community organizations, schools, and individuals – wishing to honor our service members and veterans in a compliant manner. From tribute walls and monuments to military appreciation events and commemorative apparel, our subject matter experts will guide your organization to ensure your proposed use adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and Department of the Air Force (DAF) policy.

If you wish to use DAF service marks, please fill out our PUBLIC REQUEST FORM. Also be sure to check out the Department of Defense guidelines for the use of all military service marks HERE and restrictions below.

Please note that certain types of products are not eligible for use with Air Force or Space Force marks under any circumstances, including but not limited to:

  • Alcohol,* tobacco products, vaping devices and smoking paraphernalia
  • Deadly weapons,** ammunition, and some related accessories
  • Drugs and controlled substances (e.g. cocaine, marijuana, fentanyl)
  • Medical devices, equipment and supplies
  • Pharmaceuticals (e.g. pills, injections and sprays)
  • Food, drink, and other ingestible products
  • Cosmetics and personal care items intended for application to the skin
  • Undergarments and products sexual in nature
  • Products that may be considered unsafe, offensive, or contrary to the good order and discipline of the United States Air Force and United States Space Force

Alcohol-Related Restrictions* 

Federal regulations prohibit the use of government seals, insignia, or similar emblems on alcohol labels and advertising, including:
  • 27 CFR 7.126 - Malt beverage labeling
  • 27 CFR 4.39(a)(6) and (g) - Wine and container labeling
  • 27 CFR 5.126 - Distilled spirits labeling

Deadly Weapons - Title 27, Chapter II, Subchapter B, Section 478.11**

This section of Title 27 defines deadly weapons to include switchblades, gravity knives, stilettos, swords, daggers and metal knuckles. It also specifically addresses firearms defining them broadly as any weapon designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive, including starter guns, the frame or receiver of any such weapon, any firearm muffler or silencer, or any destructive device. For a comprehensive understanding of what constitutes a deadly weapon under Title 27, please refer to the full text of Section 478.11.

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Entertainment and Publication Requests

The Department of the Air Force works with the entertainment industry to ensure all service marks, scripted and unscripted entertainment production meets the criteria of properly depicting our service branches and the Department of Defense. Our team understands the importance of accurate representation when telling a rich and compelling story.

Our Entertainment Liaison Office, located in Los Angeles, works with the motion picture industry to ensure commercial entities tell their stories in the most complete way possible. 

If you have any questions or need assistance with a movie or broadcast, please contact the Department of the Air Force Entertainment Liaison Office. For Air Force production support, email afelohollywood@gmail.com. For Space Force production support email SpaceForceHollywood@gmail.com.