CAP History
What is the Civil Air Patrol birthday?
December 1st, 1941
What is the first Cadet rank?
Cadet Airman Basic
Where should Cadet NCO/Airman insignias be placed on the collar?
Cadet NCOs and Airmen wear metal chevrons on both sides of the collar. Insignia is 1 inch from and parallel to the front of the collar and centered. Cadet Airmen Basic wear no collar insignia.
What force keeps an airplane in the air?
Lift
When should you salute?
When outdoors and in uniform. With the exception of reporting and posting the American flag.
What U.S. military branch does CAP serve as an auxiliary of?
U.S. Air Force
What achievement must a Cadet earn to become an Cadet Airman
John F. Curry Award
How often should male Cadets get haircuts to stay in regulations?
Every 2 to 4 weeks or as needed to maintain a neat appearance.
What planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
What position should you stand in when being addressed by an officer?
The position of Attention.
What War was going on when Civil Air Patrol was founded?
World War II
What is the highest Cadet rank?
Cadet Colonel
What are the regulations on beards for male Cadets in CAP?
Generally clean-shaven unless otherwise authorized for medical or religious reasons.
Turn
What should you do when an officer/senior member of the highest rank or an active duty personnel walks into the room?
Call the room to Attention.
Who was CAP's first National Commander
Major General John F. Curry
How many phases are in the CAP Cadet Program?
Four Phases
What are the mustache regulations for male cadets?
Mustaches are allowed. However, they must be neatly trimmed and may not extend below the upper lip line or beyond the corners of the mouth.
What planet has the most moons?
Jupiter
What side should you be on when walking with someone of a higher ranking?
You should be walking on the left side of the higher-ranking person.
What was one of CAP's early missions that involved the U.S. Coast?
Patrolling for submarines
What rank is associated with the Earhart Award
Cadet Captain
What regulation does CAPR 39-1 specify about dyed hair?
Hair color must look natural and complement the Cadets appearance
What device measures an aircraft's speed relative to the air?
Airspeed indicator
What is the phrase you are supposed to say when reporting to an officer?
“Sir/Ma’am, Cadet *insert rank and last name* reporting as ordered”.