Important People
Who is the Cadet Commander? Hint: Full title is required to get this correct.
C/Capt Jean Gagnon
What is the flight formation called that is defined as having the element leaders in the front?
Column Formation
What are the core values?
Integrity, Volunteer Service, Respect, Excellence
Who is the first award named for? (Promotion to staff sergeant)
The Wright Brothers
What are the four basic forces of flight?
lift, weight, thrust, drag
Who is your Squadron Commander?
Capt Jennifer Gagnon
What is the traditional length of a pace in quick time in inches?
24 inches
What are the 3 CAP Program Areas?
Aerospace Education, Cadet Programs, Emergency Services
Who is Amelia Earhart?
Record-setting female pilot who was lost while attempting to fly around the world.
What kind of planes does CAP fly?
Cessna 172/182/G1000
Who is the VT Wing Commander?
Col. Brian Benedict
What is the minimal amount of cadets allowed in an element as stated in the drill manual?
3
When was CAP founded?
December 1, 1941
Who is Billy Mitchell?
America's first vocal advocate for military airpower,
he proved that airplanes could sink ships.
What is the body of an airplane called?
Fuselage
Who is the CAP National Commander?
Gen. Regena M. Aye
Who are the people you would exchange salutes with in any outdoor setting (this include individuals who aren't in CAP)?
Anyone who is a Cadet Officer, Senior Members, Officers in the US Armed Forces, Officers from friendly nations, and anyone you feel the need to salute
Where in VT was the first squadron established?
Burlington
Who is the highest cadet award named for?
General Carl A. Spaatz
How long did the Wright Brothers' first flight last?
12 seconds/120 feet
Who is your Deputy Commander?
2nd Lt. Dave Young
What formation do you fall into?
Line formation
Who was the first national commander of CAP?
John Curry
Name two people on the Superchart that are not associated with awards.
Curry, Arnold, Feik, Rickenbacker, Lindbergh, Doolittle, Goddard, Armstrong
Who is the father of modern rocketry?
Robert Goddard