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 595 Commander
Lieutenant Colonel Steven P. Jordan
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.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Gen. Mark A. Milley
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
The Aeronautical Division of the Signal Corp first used aircraft for a military purpose, mostly for Observation, in
Pursuing 'Pancho' Villa back into Mexico after he attacked Columbus, New Mexico in 1916
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 T. 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 Lloyd J. Austin III
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!