Air Cadet History
What year was the Canadian Air Cadet program estabilished?
1941
What is the difference between an airplane and a glider?
An airplane has an engine that produces thrust while a glider has no engine and stays airborne by rising air currents
Describe the badge an LAC wears
Propellers
What command is given to bring a formation to a complete stop from marching?
Halt
How many buttons are on the wedge?
2
What was the primary purpose of the Canadian Air Cadet Program when it was founded during the 2nd world war?
To train young men in aviation knowledge and skills to support Canadas wartime air effort
What does the term heading mean in aviation?
The direction that the airplanes nose is pointed, usually measured in degrees
What is the highest rank a cadet can earn in the Air Cadet Program?
WO1
True or False: You are able to execute a drill command while standing at ease?
False- The flight must be at attention to execute drill commands
At what age do you age out of the cadet program?
18 (up until the day before your 19th birthday)
Before the Air Cadet Program became part of the CAF, who sponsored the program?
The Airforce Leauge of Canada
What are the four forces of flight?
How many chevrons does a sergeant have?
3
What drill movement is used to change direction by 180 degrees while standing in place?
About turn
What is the highest rank in the air cadet program?
Warrant Officer Second Class
What year were the Elk Valley Royal Canadian Air Cadets formed?
1985
What four things does an internal combustion engine do to create power
Intake, Compress, Ignite, and Exhaust
At what rank can a cadet be called Sir or Ma'am
WO2
What command is used to step off on the command "Quick-March"
The left foot
What are the three branches of the cadet program?
Air, Army, and Sea
In what year did King George VI grant the title "Royal" to the Canadian Air Cadets
1943
Why do airplanes take off and land into the wind?
Because it increases lift at lower ground speeds.
Describe what the rank of major looks like
15
1941