Core values
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Aerospace
CAP History
100

The core value of Volunteer Service means what?

Volunteer service means putting the needs of others before the needs of yourself. 

100

What is an oath?

An oath is a solemn promise. It is a pledge to fulfil a commitment. 

100

What is the callsign of CAP 172s?

CAP Skyhawk

100

What sets Jupiter apart?

Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. It radiates its own heat, has distinct rings, has one of the most stinking awesome storms in the galaxy, and has the most known moons. 

100

What is the CAP to the Air Force?

CAP is the official auxiliary of the Air Force. 

200

Define Excellence

Excellence means doing your best, regardless of the challenges and difficulties you are facing. 

200

What does "participate actively" mean?

It means you will participate actively. 

200

What is the standard plane of the CAP?

Cessna 172

200

What are the three kinds of hackers?

White hat, grey hat, and black hat. White hat hackers infiltrate a system in order to gain insight into its strengths and weaknesses. They then help the owner of the system strengthen their cyber protection. A grey hat hacker hacks in order to poke around. They are not authorized to hack the system, but they also are not hacking with damaging intent. A black hat hacker hacks into a system in order to disrupt or exploit the system. Their hacking is harmful.

200

How did CAP help support the 911 disaster relief?

A CAP Cessna 172 aircraft was the only nonmilitary aircraft allowed to fly over the Trade Center Site. It provided the first high-resolution photos of the disaster. 

300

What are the CAP core values?

The CAP core values are Integrity, excellence, volunteer service, and respect

300

Explain, "Obey my officers"

"Obey my officers" simply means that cadets will obey any legal orders from superiors. 

300

What sets the CAP fleet apart?

The Civil Air Patrol operates the largest fleet of single engine airplanes in the world. 
300

Explain the difference between a glass cockpit and a steam gauge/conventional cockpit.

In a steam gauge/conventional cockpit, the instruments are displayed as dials and gauges. In a glass cockpit, the instruments are displayed electronically through a computer.  

300

When was the Cadet Program of the CAP born?

Oct 1, 1942. 

400

What are the core values of the Air Force?

Integrity First, Service before Self, and Excellence in All We Do

400

define, "advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation. "

This statement explains the focus of CAP. We train leaders to serve the people of the United States. 

400

What aircraft does CAP operate in addition to powered aircraft?

CAP also has a glider program. 

400

The three arrangements for a engine's pistons are:

In line, radial, and v-shape

400

How did CAP serve during WW2?

CAP flew missions specifically targeting German U-boats, searched for aircraft, monitored the US-Mexican border, courier services, etc... 68 cap members were killed in the line of duty during WW2. 

500

Why do we have core values?

Core values serve as moral signposts for CAP. They guide our actions, decisions, and customs. 

500

Recite the Cadet Oath

I pledge to 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. 

500

How many different types of planes does CAP operate today?

Three. Cessna 172s, Cessna 182s, and Cessna 206s. 

500

Define a microburst 

A microburst is a sudden downward gust of air. It is a serious hazard to aviation as it sometimes occurs near airports. 

500

When was CAP founded?

December 1, 1941. 6 days before the Pearl Harbor attack on December 7, 1941.