"The helmets imitate the design those fighter pilots wear -- an image of the F-16 is recognizable on the front, and the lid's visor is akin to that of a pilot. The words "Psycho" and "Viper" are visible on the helmet, with Psycho referencing the call sign of Col. William Andrews -- an F-16 pilot shot down in Operation Desert Storm -- and Viper being a common nickname for the aircraft."
"Viper also appears on the uniform pants, as does the jet's official Fighting Falcon nickname. Details on the jersey include two patches -- one for the player's name and another for the 'corresponding squadron represented.' The American flag and squadron patch of the represented base are on the sleeves of the jersey. Instead of a traditional nameplate, the back of the jersey features the tail flash of the fighter squadron."
Air Force unveiled F-16–inspired uniforms in August that debut Week 6 Saturday when Air Force faces Navy in Annapolis. The design pays tribute to the F-16 across helmet, jersey and pants. Helmets mimic pilot helmets with an F-16 image on the front and a pilot-style visor. 'Psycho' and 'Viper' appear on the helmet; 'Psycho' references Col. William Andrews' call sign, and 'Viper' is a common nickname for the aircraft. 'Viper' and the Fighting Falcon name appear on the pants. Jerseys include two patches (player name and corresponding squadron), the American flag and squadron sleeve patch, and a tail flash in place of a traditional nameplate. Arizona unveiled 'sandstorm' alternates this weekend.
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