What is the Cadet Oath
"I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program, and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation."
the science of flight within the atmosphere
Aeronautics
When was CAP founded?
December 1st 1941
4 stripes on an insignia
Staff Sergeant
Who was the 16th president of the United States?
Abraham Lincoln
The Process of Organizing and Using Your Time Wisely.
Time Management
When the sun is at its nothernmost point from the equator in the Northern Hemisphere, the day is the longest, usually on June 21st or 22nd
summer solstice
What is Civil Air Patrol's Motto?
Semper Vigilans
Through what ranks are considered NCO's
C/SStg to C/CMSgt
How long is a marathon?
26.2 miles
The chain of command is the order of what?
Authority
the four forces of flight
thrust, lift, weight, and drag
How many U-boats did CAP sink during WWII?
2
Who does the flight commander report to in the chain of command?
The Squadron Commander
How many bones do sharks have?
0
Leaders who make bad initial decisions often get caught in what?
Ethical Trap
a strong wind that develops at 30,000-35,000 feet and moves as a winding road across the U.S. generally from the west to the east
Jet Stream
What was the major terrorist attack did CAP's Cessna 172's take pictures for.
The attack of 9/11
Who's the Commander in Chief
The Honorable Joseph R. Biden Jr.
77% of the world's maple syrup is made in this Canadian province.
Quebec
The ability to bounce back and recover from adversity.
Resilience
moves an aircraft forward during flight
Thrust
Who was the first CAP National Commander?
Maj. Gen. John F. Curry
What are all the milestones in CAP in order
Wright , Mitchell, Earhart, Eaker, Spaatz
Which U.S. state has a law preventing your chicken from crossing the road?
Georgia