Customs and Courtesies
What should you do when the National Anthem plays while outside in uniform?
Stand at attention and salute.
In what year did the Air Force become an independent branch of the U.S. military?
1947
What color socks must be worn with the Air Force Service Dress Uniform?
Black
What aircraft are primarily used for aircrew training at Altus AFB?
The C-17 Globemaster III, KC-135 Stratotanker, and KC-46 Pegasus.
Airmen wearing the Air Force physical fitness gear are required to render the salute to officers based on rank recognition? True or False?
False
What was the first major conflict where the U.S. Air Force operated as an independent service?
The Korean War
What is the maximum bulk allowed for men's hair according to Air Force grooming standards?
2.5 inches
Altus means ____ in Latin.
High
When reporting to a superior officer, what is the proper procedure?
Knock once, enter when told, march in, halt two paces in front, salute, and state your reporting statement (e.g., "Sir/Ma’am, Airman Smith reports as or-dered.").
Who was the first Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force?
General Carl A. Spaatz
How far can ribbons extend beyond the edge of the pocket on the Air Force Service Dress Uniform?
They cannot extend past the pocket edge.
What year was Altus Air Force Base established?
1943
When walking with a superior officer, where should you position yourself?
To the left and slightly behind the senior officer.
Who is known as the "Father of the U.S. Air Force"?
General William "Billy" Mitchell
What is the maximum number of rings an Air Force member may wear while in uniform?
Three total, with no more than two on one hand.
Where was the 97th FSS originally established?
Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska