Philippine Air Force Citizenship Advancement Training Program

PAF-CAT Program Structure

• 40% of the PAF-CAT program is dedicated to Leadership, Citizenship, and Military training.
• 60% of the program is dedicated to Academic Education.

Aviation Education

• The Aviation Education aspect of PAF-CAT covers the history of Aviation and current advancements in the field of Aviation technology.

PAF-CAT Logo Symbolism

• The triangle in the PAF-CAT logo represents the three values of the institution: Leadership, Citizenship, and Military training.
• The three stars in the PAF-CAT logo represent the three main aspects of the program: Academic Education, Leadership, and Military training.
• The color white in the PAF-CAT logo symbolizes hope.
• The color red in the PAF-CAT logo represents courage and bravery.

PAF-CAT Ranks and Cadet Life

• The highest rank in the PAF-CAT is the Battalion Commander.
• Disrespecting the Philippine Flag at the PAF-CAT is punishable by consequence.
• The primary language used for military commands in the PAF-CAT is Filipino.
• Running during the playing or singing of the Philippine National Anthem at the PAF-CAT is punishable by consequence.
• Cadets are encouraged to recite the Cadet's Prayer and the PAF-CAT Hymn.
• Poor performance by a cadet may result in consequences such as extra duties or demerits.
• The position of Guidon Bearer is also known as the flag bearer.
• Cadets learn to handle rifles and other military equipment at the PAF-CAT.

Citizenship and Nationality

• Citizenship refers to the status of being a member of a particular country, with rights and obligations.
• Nationality refers to the country of a person's origin or allegiance.
• The primary difference between citizenship and nationality is that citizenship is a legal status, while nationality is a person's identity.
• The historical origin of citizenship dates back to ancient Greece and Rome.
• In most states, citizenship is a common feature with rights and obligations.
• Discriminatory laws historically impacted citizenship by excluding certain groups.
• Historically, populations in states were often divided into citizens and non-citizens.
• Nationality and citizenship are related but distinct concepts, with nationality referring to a person's country of origin or allegiance, and citizenship referring to the legal status of being a member of a country.
• Examples of national symbols mentioned in the text include the Philippine Flag.
• The concept of citizenship began in ancient Greece and Rome.
• Rights that citizens have include the right to vote, the right to freedom of speech, and the right to due process.