Airman's Creed
Stanza 1
I am an American Airman, I am a warrior I have answered my nations call.
Sir Winston Churchill
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
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 Mission
To fly, fight and win... airpower, anytime, anywhere.
Stanza 2
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.
Integrity is the fundamental premise for military service in a free society. Without integrity, the moral pillars of our military strength, public trust, and self-respect are lost.
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.
Cadet Honor Code
We will not lie, steal, or cheat nor tolerate among us anyone who does.
Stanza 3
I am an American Airman, guardian of freedom and justice, my nations sword and shield, its sentry and avenger. I defend my country with my life.
General Ulysses S. Grant
In every battle, there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten; then he who continues the attack wins.
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.
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.
Stanza 4
I am an American Airman: wingman, leader, warrior. I will never leave an airman behind, I will never faulter, and I will not fail.
General Bernard Schriever
In the long haul, our safety as a nation may depend upon achieving space superiority.
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.
Article VI
I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.