USAFA 4th Class Knowledge Flashcards

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What is the purpose of the Service Academy?

To provide officers to the Air Force (correct)

To provide officers with professional values (correct)

To immerse officers in modern technology

To develop leaders of character (correct)

Which of the following are part of the Commissioning Education Program's focus areas? (Select all that apply)

Warrior Ethos (correct)

Physical Strength

Motivated Professional (correct)

Leader of Character (correct)

What is the Superintendent's Pin?

A pin worn by cadets whose names appear on the Superintendent's List for obtaining specific distinguished pins.

Who wears the Commandant's Pin?

Cadets whose names appear on the Commandant's List. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to obtain the Dean's Pin?

A Grade Point Average of 3.0 or above. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Athletic Director's Pin signify?

It signifies a semester Physical Education Average of at least 3.00. Signup and view all the answers

What privileges do cadets earn by completing the AM-461 course?

They earn the World War II glider pilot wings. Signup and view all the answers

What do Flying Team Wings indicate?

They are worn by members of the Flying Team, who are selected cadets with a Private Pilot's license. Signup and view all the answers

What are Cadet Flight Wings with a star awarded for?

They are awarded for soloing a USAFA glider or powered aircraft. Signup and view all the answers

What do Cadet Aviation Club Wings represent?

They are worn by cadet aviation instructors. Signup and view all the answers

What achievement do the Cadet Cyberwarfare Badge recognize?

Involvement in the cyberwarfare program. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Parachutist Badge signify?

Successful completion of specific parachuting courses. Signup and view all the answers

What school completion is necessary for an Air Assault Badge?

Successful completion of the US Army Basic Air Assault School. Signup and view all the answers

What program does the Bulldog Badge recognize?

Completion of the Marine Corps Bulldog program. Signup and view all the answers

What does UAS Wings represent?

Successful completion of Small UAS certification. Signup and view all the answers

What is the USAFA mascot?

Falcon. Signup and view all the answers

When was the USAFA formed?

April 1, 1954. Signup and view all the answers

The USAFA fight chant begins with ___ Air Force Fight! Fight! Fight!

U-S-A-F-A Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'Let's Go Air Force'?

'Let's Go Air Force' is a chant or drum cadence. Signup and view all the answers

What is the message of the USAFA Post Game?

A toast to the brave who serve and to the U.S. Air Force. Signup and view all the answers

What is the content of the Falcon Fight Song?

It encourages cadets to fight for victory. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Exemplar Purpose promote?

Attachment to past leaders for future cadets. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Service Academy Purpose

Aims to provide officers with a deep understanding of military history, traditions, and values.
Focuses on developing leaders of character dedicated to excellent service to the nation.
Generates innovative leaders who think critically and sustain military traditions and values.

Commissioning Education Program

Produces Air Force officers embodying critical traits:
- Leader of Character: Emphasizes core values, ethics, and mutual respect.
- Warrior Ethos: Promotes toughness, motivation, vigilance, and sacrifice.
- Expeditionary Mindset: Prepares officers for full support of military operations.
- Cultural Awareness: Respects diversity and joint operations across different cultures.
- Motivated Professional: Encourages enthusiastic learners to excel in technical skills.

Superintendent's Pin

Awarded to cadets on the Superintendent's List for achieving top performance through multiple pin distinctions.

Commandant's Pin

Recognizes cadets in the top one-third of military performance within their class.
Status is retained until the end of the next academic semester.

Dean's Pin

Given to cadets who achieve a GPA of 3.0 or higher in the previous semester.

Athletic Director's Pin

Awarded to cadets with a semester Physical Education Average (PEA) of at least 3.00, incorporating fitness and P.E. grades.
Cadets on probation are ineligible for this pin.

Soaring Instructor Pilot Wings

Honors cadets who complete AM-461 with World War II glider pilot wings.
Additional star and wreath represent progress through the soaring program.

Flying Team Wings

Issued to select cadets with a Private Pilot's license, authorized in October 2012.
Cadets can earn a star and wreath as they advance in soaring.

Cadet Flight Wings

Featuring a star for those who have soloed a USAFA glider or powered aircraft.
Wings without a star are for cadets completing at least 10 glider flights, yet to solo.

Cadet Aviation Club Wings

Awarded to cadet aviation instructors, with a star for senior cadet instructors.

Cadet Space Wings

Earned by cadets involved in space activities; progress is acknowledged with a star and wreath.

Cadet Cyberwarfare Badge

Recognizes cadets in the cyberwarfare program, with a star and wreath added as they advance.

Parachutist Badge

Validated for cadets completing Airmanship 490 or the U.S. Army Basic Airborne Course.
Higher badges require operational experience, awarded as specified by AFI 11-402.

Air Assault Badge

Granted to cadets who finish the U.S. Army Basic Air Assault School.

Bulldog Badge

Worn by cadets who complete the Marine Corps Bulldog program.

UAS Wings

Recognized for cadets who achieve Small UAS (SUAS) certification; advancement marked with a star and wreath.

USAFA Mascot

The falcon represents the U.S. Air Force Academy.

USAFA First Mascot

A peregrine falcon named Mach 1 was chosen by the class of 1959 in 1955.

Altimeter Check

Standard altitude check declares 7,258 feet above sea level, highlighting altitude superiority over other military academies.

USAFA Pre-Game Chant

"U-S-A-F-A Air-----Force Fight! Fight! Fight!" is a motivational chant before games.

Let's Go Air Force

A cadenced call that encourages team spirit with "Let's Go Air Force [drum cadence]."

G-O Go Falcons Go

Enthusiastic cheer "G-O, Go Falcons Go."

A-I-R-F-O-R-C-E Chant

A powerful cheer that emphasizes pride in the Air Force, articulated as A-I-R-F-O-R-C-E.

Slash 'em Chant

A spirited chant to motivate and rally the cadets during competitions.

USAFA Post Game Toast

A ceremonial toast honoring those who serve in the Air Force and those who have sacrificed for the nation.

Falcon Fight Song

"Fly you Falcons down the field..." is the academy's fight song, representing resilience and determination.

Formation of USAFA

Established on April 1, 1954, by President Eisenhower's signing.

Exemplar Purpose

Aims to connect cadets with past leaders while inspiring them to confront future challenges.

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Test your knowledge of the purpose behind Service Academies with these flashcards. Discover how these institutions prepare officers to become innovative leaders of character dedicated to serving the nation. This quiz will help reinforce the history, traditions, and values imparted to cadets.