Code of Conduct
Article I
I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense.
Air Force ROTC Detachment 790 Commander
Lieutenant Colonel Nick Callaway
Stanza I
I am an American Airman. I am a warrior. I have answered my nation's call.
Air Mobility Command (AMC)
Scott AFB, Illinois
When was the United States Army Air Service established?
1918
Article II
I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.
Secretary of the Air Force
The Honorable Barbara M. Barrett
Stanza II
I am an American Airman.
My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win.
I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor,
And a Legacy of Valor.
Air Combat Command (ACC)
Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia
Establishing Law
The National Security Act of 1947
Article III
If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.
Air University Commander
Lieutenant General James B. Hecker
Stanza III
I am an American Airman.
Guardian of Freedom and Justice,
My Nation’s Sword and Shield,
Its Sentry and Avenger.
I defend my Country with my Life.
Air Force Space Command (AFSC)
Peterson AFB, Colorado
Air Force Birthday
September 18, 1947
Article IV
If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior I will take command. If not I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and back them up in every way.
Air Force ROTC Southeast Region Commander
Colonel John Caranta III
Stanza IV
I am an American Airman.
Wingman, Leader, Warrior.
I will never leave an Airman behind,
I will never falter,
And I will not fail.
Pacific Air Forces (PACAF)
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii
Which President authorized the independence of the Air Force?
President Harry S. Truman
Article V
When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.
Secretary of Defense
The Honorable Christopher C. Miller
Entire Creed
I. I am an American Airman.
I am a Warrior.
I have answered my Nation’s call.
II. I am an American Airman.
My mission is to Fly, Fight, and Win.
I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor,
And a Legacy of Valor.
III.I am an American Airman.
Guardian of Freedom and Justice,
My Nation’s Sword and Shield,
Its Sentry and Avenger.
I defend my Country with my Life.
IV. I am an American Airman.
Wingman, Leader, Warrior.
I will never leave an Airman behind,
I will never falter,
And I will not fail.
Air Education and Training Command (AETC)
Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas
First Part of the AF Song
Off we go into the wild blue yonder, Climbing high into the sun; Here they come zooming to meet our thunder, At‘em now, give‘em the gun! Down we dive, spouting our flame from under, Off with one helluva roar; We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey! Nothing’ll stop the U.S. Air Force!