AAS Knowledge
What year was AAS established?
1947
What was Silver Wings orginally called?
Angel Flight
Where is NATCON being held this year
Atlanta, Georgia
What Squadron is Det 855 apart of?
Brenard F. Fisher
What are the four classes of AAS?
Active, Inactive, Honorary, and Associate
What kind of organization is AAS
Honorary, Professional, Service
Where and when was Silver Wings established
University of Omaha, 1952
Who is the AAS National Commander?
AAS Brigader General Macy Taylor
Who is our regional commander?
AAS C/Col Eveson
What does JNP stand for and what is it?
Joint National Project, Gold Star Families
Who is AAS named after (and include one fact about him)
General Henry "Hap" Arnold
What is the purpose and mission of Silver Wings
to support the mission of AAS
What Rules do all AAS meetings follow?
Robert's Rules of Order
Why is our squadron named after Brenard F. Fisher?
Vietnam, landing plane on runway
Who was the first president of the AFA?
Jimmy Dolittle
What do each of the four AAS colors symbolize?
Red: blood of those who came before us
Blue: Sky in which we fly
White: purity of our intent
Gold: Wings with which we fly; warrior courage
What are the three objectives of Silver Wings
Personal development, professional development, civic awareness
What vote is required to pass legislation within AAS and Silver Wings
2/3 by both General assemblies
Who is allowed to run for squadron leadership?
Any active member of AAS
What is the AAS Motto, who said it?
"The warrior who cultivates his mind polishes his arms" Duc de Boufflers
What is General Arnold's motto
Its got to be done and done quickly, so lets get her done
What is the Silver Wings motto?
Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve
Trick question: voted on at NATCON
What Squadron number are we
9
What is the AAS and Silver Wings joint motto?
Honoring Heritage, Becoming Leaders, Impacting Lives