RAAF History
What animal is featured on the RAAF roundel?
A kangaroo
What was the original name of the AAFC? (Must be full name)
Air Training Corp (ATC)
What is the name of the second official rank in the AAFC?
Leading Cadet (LCDT)
What are the names of 3 main uniforms worn in the AAFC? (Hint: two of the uniforms are variations of each other)
GPU (General Purpose Uniform)
Short-Sleeve and Long-Sleeve SD (Service Dress)
How do you address a Cadet Under Officer?
Sir, Ma'am, or Cadet Under Officer (surname)
What year was the RAAF formed? (Bonus points for if you can name the exact date)
1921 (March 31st, 1921 to be exact)
Which year was the AAFC formed? (Bonus points for the exact date)
1941 (February 5th, 1941 to be exact)
Name every cadet rank in the AAFC in order from lowest to highest (abbreviations still count when written on paper)
Cadet,
Leading Cadet,
Cadet Corporal,
Cadet Sergeant,
Cadet Flight Sergeant,
Cadet Warrant Officer,
Cadet Under Officer
What are the names of the footwear issued to cadets?
Service Dress Shoes & ADF Cadet Boots
True or False: You must salute a Cadet Warrant Officer (CWOFF)
False. You never salute a CWOFF
True or False: The RAAF is the second-oldest air force in the world.
True
Which year did the AAFC officially change its name to the AAFC?
2001
What is the name of the course you must complete to become a Cadet Corporal (CCPL)?
Bronze Cadet Leadership Program
True or False: It is perfectly acceptable to wear your uniforms in a public shopping centre
False. Unless told otherwise by Staff or HQ, it is strictly forbidden to wear your uniform in a public place.
What must a cadet do if they walk past an officer?
Salute them and address them as "Sir", "Ma'am", or by their rank
What was the original name of the RAAF when it was founded? (Bonus points if you can explain why it was changed)
The Australian Air Force. King George V approved the "royal" prefix in May 1921, and it came into effect on the 13th of August 1921.
Which year were women allowed to join the AAFC?
1982
How many chevrons (V shapes) does a Cadet Sergeant rank slide have?
Three
True or False: You can wear your tie with a short-sleeve SD shirt.
False. You are only to wear your tie with your long-sleeve SD's.
How do you address civillians?
'Mr / Mrs / Ms surname / Mr surname' or 'Sir' / 'Ma'am'
What is the official motto of the RAAF? (Bonus points for the English meaning as well)
Per Ardua ad Astra (Through Adversity to the Stars)
True or False: Former Prime Minister John Howard was once a member of the AAFC
True. John Howard was a member in the 1950's as part of his school's unit.
What is the name of the course you must complete to become a Cadet Under Officer (CUO)
Gold Extension
Where are golden SD nametags meant to be placed on your uniform?
Gold name badges are worn above the right-hand breast pocket
Why do we salute an officer?
We are both paying respect to their rank and the King's Commission they hold