Overview
- The Air Force Falcons athletics palette uses Academy Blue, Academy White, Academy Silver and Academy Dark Blue, while the NCAA school directory summarizes the colors as Blue and Silver.
- This guide includes the officially published HEX, RGB, CMYK and Pantone references from the Air Force Athletics Style Guide.
- These color values are useful for websites, presentations, digital graphics, print projects, fan content and accurate brand reference.
Air Force Falcons Team Information
| Team Name | Air Force Falcons |
|---|---|
| League | NCAA Division I FBS |
| Division | Mountain West Conference |
| Location | U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado |
| Home Stadium / Arena | Falcon Stadium |
| Official Website | Visit Air Force Falcons |
Air Force Falcons Color Codes
The official Air Force Falcons colors are used across athletics branding, logos, uniforms, digital graphics, presentations, facilities and approved merchandise. The table below lists the color values published in the official 2024 Air Force Athletics Style Guide. The NCAA school directory provides the shorter description “Blue & Silver,” but the athletics guide defines a four-color working palette; therefore, the exact codes below follow the official athletics guide.
| Color Name | Pantone | HEX | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy Blue | Pantone 661 C | #003594 | 0, 53, 148 | 100, 81, 0, 13 |
| Academy White | Opaque White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
| Academy Silver | Pantone 421 C | #B2B4B2 | 178, 180, 178 | 28, 20, 20, 0 |
| Academy Dark Blue | Pantone 655 C | #002554 | 0, 37, 84 | 100, 73, 0, 61 |
Official source note: The exact color specifications come from the Air Force Athletics Style Guide, published March 21, 2024. Team classification and the Blue & Silver summary are listed in the official NCAA school directory.
How to Use Air Force Falcons Colors
You can use the Air Force Falcons color codes for digital design, website elements, social media graphics, printable materials, fan artwork, presentations and sports-related content. HEX codes are typically best for websites, RGB values are useful for screens and digital design, while CMYK values are mainly used for print projects. Academy Blue is the primary athletics color, Academy White supports clean contrast, Academy Silver functions as a secondary neutral and Academy Dark Blue adds depth as a tertiary color.
For accessible web layouts, test text and background combinations rather than assuming every official color pairing will meet accessibility requirements. Academy White generally provides strong contrast with Academy Blue or Academy Dark Blue. Academy Silver may require darker text or an additional contrast check, especially at smaller font sizes.
Air Force Falcons HEX Color Codes
The main Air Force Falcons HEX color codes are #003594 for Academy Blue, #FFFFFF for Academy White, #B2B4B2 for Academy Silver and #002554 for Academy Dark Blue. These values are officially published for web design, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and online branding references.
Air Force Falcons RGB Color Codes
The Air Force Falcons RGB color codes are 0, 53, 148 for Academy Blue; 255, 255, 255 for Academy White; 178, 180, 178 for Academy Silver; and 0, 37, 84 for Academy Dark Blue. RGB values are useful for screen-based designs, including social media posts, digital banners, video graphics and presentation slides.
Air Force Falcons CMYK Color Codes
The Air Force Falcons CMYK color codes are 100, 81, 0, 13 for Academy Blue; 0, 0, 0, 0 for Academy White; 28, 20, 20, 0 for Academy Silver; and 100, 73, 0, 61 for Academy Dark Blue. These values are most useful for printed materials such as flyers, posters, brochures and merchandise mockups. Because print output can vary by printer, paper, ink and color profile, always request a proof before final production.
Air Force Falcons Pantone Colors
The official Air Force Falcons Pantone references are Pantone 661 C for Academy Blue, Opaque White for Academy White, Pantone 421 C for Academy Silver and Pantone 655 C for Academy Dark Blue. Pantone values help designers maintain consistent color matching across professional print, signage, uniforms and branded materials. Metallic silver should not be assumed: the official guide specifies Pantone 421 C, a standard gray reference, for Academy Silver.
FAQ About Air Force Falcons Color Codes
What are the official Air Force Falcons colors?
The official Air Force Athletics palette consists of Academy Blue, Academy White, Academy Silver and Academy Dark Blue. The NCAA directory summarizes the school colors as Blue and Silver, while the official athletics style guide provides the broader four-color palette used for detailed brand applications.
What is the HEX code for Air Force Falcons colors?
The official Air Force Falcons HEX codes are #003594 for Academy Blue, #FFFFFF for Academy White, #B2B4B2 for Academy Silver and #002554 for Academy Dark Blue. HEX codes are ideal for websites, HTML, CSS, digital graphics and presentation templates.
Can I use Air Force Falcons colors for my own design project?
You can use Air Force Falcons color codes as design references for personal projects, editorial content and non-commercial fan work. However, the colors do not grant permission to use protected team names, logos or trademarks. For commercial products, merchandise or official-looking branding, review the Air Force Athletics usage rules and obtain any required approval before publishing or selling the design.
