Core Values & Cadet Oath
What are the core values?
Integrity, volunteer service, excellence, and respect.
Where does the concept of having a wingman come from?
The Air Force, specifically from the German Air Force in WW1.
The ___ is the simplest (and most common) form of military courtesy.
...salute....
The chain of command is the....
...order of authority.
What was the only nuclear war in history?
World War II.
Recite 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.
What benefits can having a wingman bring to the table?
They can help you see things from another perspective, you can both work together to accomplish goals, and you can both make smarter decisions if you decide together.
The ___ is the position of honor.
...right.... (a junior person walks on the senior person's left)
Who is at the very top of the military's chain of command?
The POTUS (Donald Trump).
The bill of rights is the ____ of the constitution.
...first 10 amendments...
To truly follow the core values you need to have....
Self-awareness, the ability to monitor and judge your own actions.
What is a wingman, and what are they supposed to do?
Someone who is there to watch out for you and for you to watch out for, you both support each other.
All military customs and courtesies are rooted in basic....
...politeness and respect.
Who is directly above a flight sergeant in the chain of command?
Their flight commander.
What CAP rank does Joe Biden hold?
Lieutenant Colonel.
When are CAP members expected to display the core values?
The Core Values are the four basic qualities CAP expects all members to display at all times, not just at meetings or activities.
What was the 'Pardo Push'?
When Bob Pardo physically pushed his wingman's damaged aircraft back to friendly lines with his own aircraft.
A squadron commander (Capt) walks past another senior member from his squadron (Maj). Who should initiate the greeting?
The squadron commander, even though he is the squadron commander he is still a lower rank.
The chain of command works best when ________.
...issues are resolved at the lowest possible level.
The current U.S. defense budget (maximum amount of funds that could be allocated) for the DoD(W) is ____.
...$1,940,000,000,000.00 ($1.94 Trillion).
What does the core value of volunteer service really mean?
Volunteer Service is about “selflessness.” It’s the difference between “giving” and “taking".
What is the main purpose of having a wingman?
Safety.
You walk past a flight officer outside the encampment barracks at 2330- what do you do?
You salute and greet them with "Good evening Mr./Mrs./Miss (name)."
What is "jumping the chain" and when is it acceptable?
Jumping the chain occurs when an individual takes an issue to a high-level leader, without consulting their immediate superiors. Only do this for emergencies or when necessary.
The final product of the nuclear decay chain for Uranium 235. (hint: it's a stable element known for its use in plumbing)
Lead 207 (Pb 207).