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GENERAL IRA C. EAKER SQUADRON

Fall 2017 Candidate Manual

Candidate Training Officer AAS C/ Capt Andrew In: [email protected], (310) 697-9119


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1. OVERVIEW

1.1. Fall 2016 Candidate Program, CTO Welcome Note


1.2. Program Requirements

1.2.1. Physical and Academic Standards

1.2.2. Attendance

1.2.3. Projects

1.2.4. Active Member Signatures

1.2.5. Candidate Testing

1.2.6. Interviews

1.2.7. AAS Oath

1.3. Customs and Courtesies

1.3.1. Calling the Room

1.3.2. Reporting In

1.3.3. Use of Formal Titles

1.4. Field Training Preparation

1.5. Class Organization

1.6. Traditions

1.6.1. Class Name

1.6.2. Class Cheer

1.6.3. Class Motto

1.6.4. Signature Books

1.6.5. Flight Shield

2. HISTORY

2.1. Mission of the Arnold Air Society

2.1.1. First Objective

2.1.2. Second Objective

2.1.3. Third Objective

2.2. Type of Organization

2.2.1 Type of Organization Statement

2.2.1.1. Professional

2.2.1.2. Honorary

2.2.1.3. Service


2.3. Motto

2.4. Badge

2.5. Official Flower

2.6. The Colors

2.6.1. Red

2.6.2. White

2.6.3. Blue

2.6.4. Gold (Yellow-Orange)

2.7. Insignia

2.8. Biography General Henry H. “Hap” Arnold

2.9. History of Arnold Air Society

2.10. History of Silver Wings

2.11. History of General Ira C. Eaker Squadron

3. ORGANIZATION

3.1. Organization Levels

3.2. National Administrative Headquarters

3.3. National Executive Board of Directors

3.4. National Headquarters

3.5. National Conclave Headquarters

3.6. National Conclave

3.7. National Publication Headquarters

3.8. Permanent Special Headquarters

3.9. National Standing Committees

3.9.1. Committee on AFROTC Affairs

3.9.2. Finance Committee

3.9.3. Awards Committee

3.9.4. Publications Committee

3.9.5. NATCON Budget Committee

3.10. Honorary National Commander

3.11. The Executive Management Center


3.12. Numbered Areas

3.12.1. Area Headquarters

3.12.2. Area Conclave

3.13. Squadron Level

3.14. Arnold Air Society Rank Chart

3.15. Categories of Membership

3.15.1. Active

3.15.2. Inactive

3.15.3. Honorary

3.15.4. Associate

3.15.5. Alumni

4. AUXILLAIRY PROGRAMS

4.1. Silver Wings

4.1.1. Silver Wings Mission

4.2. Area/Region Chief of Protocol

4.3. National Chief of Protocol

4.4. Air Force Association

5. ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION AND AWARDS

5.1. Arnold Air Society Forms

5.2. Arnold Air Society Manuals

5.3. Staff Duties

5.4. Awards

6. CURRENT INFORMATION

6.1. National Staff and Location

6.2. Joint National Project

6.3. Squadron Staff

6.3.1. List of Active GICE Members

6.3.2. GICE Fall 2016 Positions

ATTACHMENT 1 - Warrior Knowledge Handbook

ATTACHEMENT 2 - AAS Hazing Policy Notice



1. OVERVIEW

1.1. Spring 2016 Candidate Program, CTO Welcome Note: Every semester the head CTO has the pleasure of inviting a new group of potential “Arnies” into the Society. Admission as an active member is a privilege that even once earned can be lost. Yet, becoming an Arnold Air Society member is not about rank, status, or selectivity. It is solely a reflection of effort. The candidate program will try and test every candidate but in the end every newly initiated member will have built ties of friendships with their class, grown professionally, and will have earned the right to be a member in a service organization dedicated to professionalism and honor. Welcome to the candidate class and remember “Arnies” are leaders who serve with pride, respect, excellence and humility.

1.2. Program Requirements. Every candidate must complete all of the following requirements in

order to become an active AAS member. 1.2.1. Physical and Academic Standards. All candidates must meet the physical and

academic standards of the local detachment and the USAF. 1.2.2. Attendance. The candidates must attend at least 90 percent of all designated candidate

activities, as decided by the squadron Candidate Training Officer. 1.2.3. Projects. The candidate class must complete at least one service project that is related to

the JNP. Each candidate must complete a minimum of five hours. Fund-raising projects do not fulfill this requirement.

1.2.4. Active Member Signatures. The candidates must obtain 250 signatures from active squadron members. Only at the discretion of the squadron commander may units allow candidates to obtain less than 100 percent of these signatures.

1.2.5. Candidate Testing. The candidates must pass the National Test with a score of at least 80 percent. If a candidate fails the exam, he or she has the option of retaking the exam only once. If a candidate chooses to retake the exam, he or she must wait a minimum of one week from the first test date before being allowed to re-test. If a candidate fails the test a second time, he or she must repeat the candidate program before being allowed to test again.

1.2.6. Interviews. Each candidate must interview each active. Only at the discretion of the squadron commander may units allow candidates to obtain less than 100 percent of the interviews. CTO and ACTO’s are excluded from this requirement.

1.2.7. AAS Oath. The use of the AAS Oath is mandatory for the initiation of members.

1.3. Customs and Courtesies. All AFROTC and AF customs and courtesies must be adhered to in the Candidate Program as well as additional AAS traditions. Candidates should conduct themselves along the highest standard of military customs and courtesy at all times.

1.3.1. Calling the Room. It is mandatory to call the room to attention when any member of AAS or ROTC Cadre enters the training room, unless otherwise directed.

1.3.2. Reporting In. When reporting into an active member or requesting signatures from an active member, candidates will use the current Field Training Manual procedures.

1.3.3. Use of Formal Titles. All active members will be addressed as “Sir” or “Ma’am” regardless of rank within the cadet wing.

10 GICE Squadron Training Manual 1.4. Field Training Preparation. The candidate program is not a form of field training

preparation. This class represents the professional nature of our society and what the society represents.

1.5. Class Organization. The candidate class is responsible for governing itself. On the first

training day the class will select officers. The role of the Candidate Training Officer and assistants is to act as advisors and trainers of the potential new members. The candidate class plans, coordinates, and conducts all class projects and activities.

1.6. Traditions. General Ira C. Eaker Squadron has developed five candidate traditions that each

class must accomplish. 1.6.1. Class Name. The class will select a name that should specifically identify their class’s

personality. 1.6.2. Class Cheer. The class will select a cheer that represents their name and spirit. 1.6.3. Class Motto. The class will select a pertinent motto. 1.6.4. Signature Books. The candidate class must standardize a format for their signature

books. 1.6.5. Flight Shield. The class will create a flight shield that represents their name, spirit, and

personality.

2. HISTORY

2.1. The Mission of Arnold Air Society. 2.1.1. First Objective. To create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer

candidates, in particular within the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. 2.1.2. Second Objective. To aid in the development of effective Air Force officers. 2.1.3. Third Objective. To further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States

Air Force.

2.2. Type of Organization. 2.2.1. Arnold Air Society is a professional, honorary, service organization advocating the

support of aerospace power. 2.2.1.1. Arnold Air Society is “professional” because of the established intent of its

members to become officers in the United States Air Force. Arnold Air Society strives to instill in its members an attitude of unselfish dedication to, and responsibility, for fulfillment of the mission of the United States Air Force, Air Force ROTC, and Arnold Air Society.

2.2.1.2. Arnold Air Society is “honorary” because of the high standards required of all cadets earning membership.

2.2.1.3. Arnold Air Society is “service” organization because of the contributions and assistance provided to the community, campus, and officer commissioning programs.


2.3. Motto. “The warrior who cultivates his mind, polishes his arms.” – Duc de Boufflers

2.4. Badge. The badge of AAS is a pair of golden wings set to either side of a white star containing

a red circle. The wings are set above two blue wreaths, bearing the inscription “Arnold Air Society.”

2.5. Official Flower. The official flower of Arnold Air Society is the Crimson Glory Rose. 2.6. The Colors. The candidate pin, rank pin, fourragere, and ribbon bear the four colors of the

Arnold Air Society. 2.6.1. Red. Red symbolizes the blood shed by Americans fighting for Freedom. 2.6.2. White. White represents the purity of our intent. 2.6.3. Blue. Blue is the color of the sky in which we fly. 2.6.4. Gold (Yellow-Orange). Gold represents the wings with which we fly and warrior

courage.

2.7. Insignia. Arnold Air Society has four different types of insignia, the rank pin, fourragere, membership ribbon, and candidate pin.

2.8. Biography of General Henry H. “Hap” Arnold. Henry Harley Arnold was born on 25 June

1886. Assigned to the Signal Corps after his graduation from West Point “Hap” Arnold was one of the first flyers in the aviation division. Arnold’s experiences in WWI convinced him that airpower would be the decisive factor in future wars. In 1938 Arnold was appointed Chief of the United States Army Air Force throughout WWII. In 1942 when the Joint Chief of Staff was organized, he was appointed Commanding General of the Army Air Force. In 1944, he became a five star General along with Generals MacArthur, Marshall, and Eisenhower. In 1949 Arnold was made the first Air Force five-star General. He died in 1950. His autobiography is entitled Global Mission (1949).

2.9. History of the Arnold Air Society. Founded: Cincinnati, Ohio, 1947 – An AFROTC group

wanted a possible honorary society. A constitution was founded as well as acquiring permission to use General Henry “Hap” Arnold as their name in December of 1947. It began at the University of Cincinnati and has since spread.

2.10. History of Silver Wings. Founded: University of Omaha in 1952 – The first chapter of

Angel Fight (AnF) was founded at the University of Omaha in 1952. In April 1957, the flight was unified at the 8th Annual Conclave of the Arnold Air Society. Sixteen groups met in New York City to join their purpose under a National Coordination Headquarters. Since then, Angel Flight members have worked to give the organization a professional, service-oriented, as well as to support the AFROTC units on each campus.

2.11. History of General Ira C. Eaker Squadron. The namesake of the AAS squadron here at

Loyola Marymount University is General Ira C. Eaker. Born at Field Creek, Texas, Apri1 l3, 1896, Ira C. Eaker graduated from Southeastern Normal School, Durant, Oklahoma, and entered the Army in 1917. Though an enlisted man, he was soon admitted to officers training


program and by year's end was commissioned a Second Lieutenant of Infantry. He did not leave the US after WWI, but transferred to what then was nation's air force, the Aviation Section of Army Signal Corps, and, after training at Austin and Kelly Field, Texas, received his pilot's wings in October 1918.

In 1926, a Captain, he was second-in-command of 2,000-mile Pan American goodwill tour by Army planes that circled Central and South America. In 1929, he piloted the Army's "Question Mark," establishing world endurance record by remaining aloft more than 150 hours (one week) in a series of pioneering airborne refueling operations. A year later, made the first trans-continental flight using the same refueling techniques and several years afterward crossed the continent in an all-instrument flight on which he did not look out of cockpit. Amid these and other exploits, recorded a series of promotions and named a 2-star general just as WWII began. He received the Silver Star, Distinguished Flying Cross and other US military honors, including a special Gold Medal from Congress in 1979, and was decorated by Britain, France, Soviet Union, Yugoslavia, Italy, Poland, Brazil, Chile and Peru. As a pilot he logged over 12,000 hours of flying in 30 years. He has also authored three books, "The Flying Game," published 1936, "Winged Warfare," in 1937, and "Army Fever," in 1942. A biography of Eaker, "Air Force Spoken Here: General Ira Eaker and the Command of the Air," by James Parton, was published in 1987. He had retired from the United States Air Force as a Lieutenant General in 1947 and until late 1970s was a business executive and syndicated newspaper columnist. He was induced into the Aviation Hall of Fame in Dayton, OH in 1970. In 1985 President Reagan, with the approval of Congress, bestowed on him 4th star of full General in recognition of services to the nation and contributions to promoting air power. The General Ira C. Eaker squadron has been active on the Loyola Marymount University Campus since AFROTC was first formed on campus, during the mid 1950s. However, the LMU detachment shut down operations for a year in 1993, and subsequently, the squadron went inactive. In the fall of 1994, members from the squadrons at California State University, Long Beach, and University of California at Los Angeles re-established Arnold Air Society at LMU. Since 2000 the squadron membership has tripled and become a significant part of the detachment and the community around LMU. In 2003 the squadron hosted the Area X ARCON in Anaheim and at the Spring 2006 NATCON Eaker Squadron assumed the role of Area X headquarters and became the Area Staff for the 2006-2007 and 2010-2011 academic year.

3. ORGANIZATION

3.1. Organizational Levels. The Arnold Air Society is organized into three levels: National, Area, and Squadron.

13 GICE Squadron Training Manual 3.2. National Administrative Headquarters. The duties of the Executive Administrators are:

3.2.1. To direct national administration in the best interest of the Society as a whole and to promote continuity.

3.2.2. To make recommendations on and assist in the implementation of national policy. 3.2.3. To pay administrative visits to each area at the discretion of the national commander. 3.2.4. To assist with the Air Force Association and the AFROTC liaison. 3.2.5. To assist the NATCON headquarters.

3.3. National Executive Board of Directors. The legislative body at the national level that takes care of society business before during and after the National Conclave.

3.3.1. They form the Rules, Ways, and Means committee, which meet only at NATCON to review and approve all NATCON legislation.

3.4. National Headquarters. The national headquarters are voted on each year at NATCON and

they carry out the national business of the society and they publish the Arnold Air Letter. 3.5. National Conclave Headquarters. They prepare the annual National Conclave and they host

it. At each NATCON the next host squadron is selected. 3.6. National Conclave (NATCON).

3.6.1. NATCON is the supreme legislative body for the society composed of the national commander, the area commanders, and one representative from each squadron.

3.6.2. Traditionally it is held over Easter weekend.

3.7. National Publication Headquarters. Is responsible for public relations and related data on a national scale.

3.8. Permanent Special Headquarters. The National Archive Headquarters is at Texas Tech

University, the National History Headquarters are at the University of Cincinnati, and the AAS Alumni Association is hosted by Baylor University.

3.9. National Standing Committees.

3.9.1. Committee on AFROTC Affairs. Makes recommendations to improve the AFROTC program and consists of area deputy commanders with the national deputy commander as chair.

3.9.2. Finance Committee 3.9.3. Awards Committee 3.9.4. Publications Committee 3.9.5. NATCON Budget Committee

3.10. Honorary National Commander. Chosen by the Executive Board of Directors, this honor is

the highest tribute to a person who is not an active member. General Arnold was the first in 1948. Current Honorary National Commander is General Robin Rand.

14 GICE Squadron Training Manual 3.11. The Executive Management Center. Run by the Executive Director who is the Chief

civilian employee of Arnold Air Society. Retired Brigadier General Richard Bundy is the current Executive Director.

3.12. Numbered Areas. The Arnold Air Society is divided into 11 numbered areas. The General

Ira C. Eaker Squadron is located in Area X. 3.12.1. Area Headquarters. Held each year by a different squadron, selected by a majority

vote of the Squadrons at the annual Area Conclave (ARCON). 3.12.2. Area Conclave (ARCON). Held during the fall semester before NATCON. The host

Squadron and dates are chosen at NATCON or the preceding ARCON.

3.13. Squadron Level. Each Arnold Air Society chapter at a college or university is known as a Squadron. For a squadron to remain in good standing it must have at least six active members. The squadron members are the legislative body at the Squadron level.

3.14. Arnold Air Society Rank Chart.

3.15. Categories of Membership. There are five different types of membership people affiliated with Arnold Air Society can hold.

3.15.1. Active. Elected to the society, paid all dues, and in good standing with AFROTC and the squadron.

3.15.2. Inactive. An active may request inactive status after paying all dues; he or she is relieved of responsibility to the squadron that semester. In General Ira C. Eaker squadron this is known as becoming Active support. If dues haven’t been paid then they are considered inactive.

3.15.3. Honorary. Conferred upon outstanding people who have contributed to the society. 3.15.4. Associate. Silver Wings Active members. 3.15.5. Alumni. After graduating from AFROTC and having been an active member in the

society cadets have the opportunity to join the alumni association. 4. AUXILIARY PROGRAMS

4.1. Silver Wings. Silver Wings is an affiliated organization that has the primary mission of aiding the progress of AAS and was founded in 1952 at the University of Omaha, Nebraska. Silver Wings members may become associate members of AAS upon registration with the National Administrative Headquarters. They have no voting rights, but in matters of joint concern, both AAS and SW general assemblies must pass legislation. Until the late 1970’s


membership was restricted to females, but male members are now allowed. Membership in Silver Wings is not restricted to AFROTC cadets, but instead is recruited from the university student body.

4.1.1. Silver Wings Mission. 4.1.1.1. Aiding in the progress and mission of AAS. 4.1.1.2. Advancing and promoting interest in AFROTC and the USAFA. 4.1.1.3. Supporting the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the USAF. 4.1.1.4. Supporting aerospace power in its role in national security. 4.1.1.5. Providing SW members the opportunity to become more knowledgeable of

national defense institutions and the aerospace world without having the prerequisite of seeking a military career.

4.1.1.6. To create fellowship among its members through service. 4.1.1.7. Aiding in the growth of character among SW members.

4.2. Area/Region Chief of Protocol (ARCOP). A SW or AAS member selected at ARCON

from among the Squadron Chief of Protocol in order to act as an extension of the SW and AAS Area Staff’s. Particularly in the field of protocol requirements for all social functions. Each Area Chief of Protocol may compete at NATCON for the title of National Chief of Protocol.

4.3. National Chief of Protocol (NCOP). The NCOP serves as the national representative of

AAS and official host/hostess during his term of office. 4.4. Air Force Association (AFA). The Arnold Air Society is formally affiliated with the Air

Force Association, a national, independent, non-profit, air power organization. All AAS members are automatically cadet members of the AFA with no voice in its operations, but are welcome to attend meetings. Cadets receive a subscription to Air Force Magazine, considered the unofficial voice of the United States Air Force. The National Commander of the AAS is the ex-officio member, without vote on the AFA Board of Directors. Although the AAS and AFA are formally affiliated, they remain separate entities.

5. ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION AND AWARDS

5.1. Arnold Air Society Forms. The society ensures effective communication b maintaining an orderly flow of paperwork. It helps by maintain accountability for its units.

5.1.1. AAS Form 1 (Report of Initiation) 5.1.2. AAS Form 3 (Equipment Order Form) 5.1.3. AAS Form 4 (Equipment and Manual Reissue Form) 5.1.4. AAS Form 5 (AAS/AFA Joint Membership Form) 5.1.5. AAS Form 6 (Officer Roster) 5.1.6. AAS Form 9 (ARCON Proxy Vote Form) 5.1.7. AAS Form 701CC (Commander’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.8. AAS Form 701CD (Deputy Commander’s Self-Evaluation Checklist)


5.1.9. AAS Form 701DO (Operations Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.10. AAS Form 701IM (Information Management Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.11. AAS Form 701FM (Financial Management Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.12. AAS Form 701PA (Public Affairs Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.13. AAS Form 701DT (Training Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.14. AAS Form 701DS (Support Officer’s Self-Evaluation Checklist) 5.1.15. AAS Form 09 (National Nomination for Award) 5.1.16. AAS Form 916 (National Unit Award Project Synopsis Report

5.2. Arnold Air Society Manuals.

5.2.1. AASMAN-1. The official manual of AAS, and is kept up to date by the National Constitution and Manual Revision Committee. “Resolutions” are proposed changes in either policy or procedure of the Society (not additions and changes to the manual) and are sponsored by the author (usually at local squadrons).

5.2.2. AASMAN-2. Arnold Air Society-Silver Wings Board of Trustees 5.2.3. AATAQ. Arnold Air Tongue and Quill 5.2.4. The Scoop. AAS-SW Liaison/Advisor Handbook from AFROTC HQ 5.2.5. JPM. The AAS and SW Joint Protocol Manual and contains the parliamentary

procedures used at the National Conclave. 5.2.6. Robert’s Rules of Order.

5.3. Staff Duties. The following descriptions outline some of the major duties of the Squadron

level staff officers. 5.3.1. Squadron Commander (CC). Each Squadron is commanded by an AAS C/Major. The

CC presides over all meetings and has the authority to create committees in order to conduct squadron business.

5.3.2. Deputy Commander (CD). The deputy commander will aggressively promote the activation and operation of a local SW Chapter and will assign a member of the squadron as AAS liaison to the Joint Relations Committee.

5.3.3. Operations Officer. Is responsible for scheduling and implementing all squadron meetings, projects, and activities focusing primarily on service.

5.3.4. Information Management Officer. Acts as recording and corresponding secretary. The IM Records publishes and posts the minutes of the squadron meeting.

5.3.5. Financial Management Officer. Is responsible for all squadron financial activities including collection of dues, payment of bills, and budgeting.

5.3.6. Public Affairs. The public affairs officer will distribute the Arnold Air Letter. Request additional copies in writing, coordinated through area HQ, explaining the need for special distribution. Secures all possible publicity for the squadron in whatever media is appropriate.

5.3.7. Chapter/Squadron Chief of Protocol (CSCOP). Acts as a liaison between SW and AAS. CSCOP also serves as the protocol officer for the squadron and is responsible for making sure the squadron is professional at all times.

5.3.8. Cadet Training Officer (CTO). Plans and conducts the squadron’s candidate training program.

5.3.9. Support Officer. Serves as squadron chaplain and coordinates all MWR events. They assist in the selection of individual and unit awards.


5.3.10. Webmaster. Responsible for maintaining and upgrading the squadron’s website and online files.

5.4. Awards. The following awards are presented at NATCON annually.

5.4.1. The Maryland Cup. Awarded to the outstanding large squadron of the Nation. 5.4.2. The Hagan Trophy. Awarded to the outstanding medium squadron of the Nation. 5.4.3. The Chennault Trophy. Awarded to the outstanding small squadron of the Nation. 5.4.4. The Eagle Award. Awarded to the squadron that has contributed the most to civic

affairs. 5.4.5. Fisher Leadership Development Award. Awarded to the squadron with the best

professional officer development program. 5.4.6. The Samuel E. Anderson Trophy. Awarded to the SW Chapter that most assists in

furthering the objectives of the society. 5.4.7. The Lyndon B Johnson Cup (LBJ Cup). Presented to the squadron that operated the

most outstanding candidate program. 5.4.8. The LeMay-Ohio Award. Awarded to the squadron best displaying ability, effort, and

enthusiasm in supporting their local AFA chapter(s). 5.4.9. The Apollo Award. Awarded to the squadron that best accomplishes the Joint National

Project. 5.4.10. The Phoenix Award. Awarded to the squadron with the best overall project in the

country, other than project supporting the Joint National Project or the POW/MIA awareness program. The nomination can be for one project or a number of projects supporting one cause or institution

5.4.11. The Colonel George Robert Hall Freedom Cup. Awarded to the squadron and chapter best supporting the POW/MIA Awareness Program.

5.4.12. The General John D. Ryan Outstanding Public Affairs Award. Recognizes the outstanding public affairs program in the country at any command level, other than a national unit

5.4.13. General John K. Cannon Most Improved Squadron Award. Awarded to the most improved squadron in AAS for the year.

5.4.14. The Arnold Air Letter Trophies. Presented to the most outstanding article contributed to the Arnold Air Letter each year.

5.4.15. The ASU Commander’s Cup. Presented to the most outstanding AAS squadron commander.

5.4.16. The H.H. Arnold Sabre. Presented each year by the National Commander to the outstanding area commander in the nation.

5.4.17. National Commander’s Award. The National Commander recognizes those area commanders who have accomplished all requirements of command in their areas and have made contributions as member of the Board of Directors for their entire term of office.

5.4.18. Citations and Certificates of Appreciation. A citation of certificate of appreciation may be given to individuals for outstanding contributions to the Society.

5.4.19. Honorary National Commander. The Board of Directors selects the Honorary National Commander during the fall session and the National Commander presents the new Honorary National Commander during NATCON.


5.4.20. Honorary Membership. Honorary members of the Society are eligible to participate in all functions of the Society, at the discretion of the unit commander, but are not eligible to vote.

5.4.21. The AAS Medal and Ribbon. Presented for outstanding service at the respective levels of society.

5.4.22. The AAS Medallion. Presented to non-members of the society for services at the respective levels of society, most often known as the Advisor’s award.

5.4.23. Outstanding Squadron Advisor. AAS medallions are presented to AAS squadron advisors for their distinguished leadership in connection with AAS activities.

5.4.24. Outstanding Area Advisor. An AAS Gold Medallion is presented to the most outstanding Area Advisor.

5.4.25. Outstanding Financial Manager. Presented to an outstanding financial manager of any AAS unit.

5.4.26. Lieutenant Theodore C. Marrs Plaques. At the conclusion of each NATCON, the AAS National Commander and SW National President, NATCON HQ Commander (AAS and SW), and the National Chief of Protocol may be presented plaques of appreciation in recognition of outstanding service to the Society.

5.4.27. The Manhattan Gavel. This is presented to the incoming National Commander at the first business session of NATCON after the election of the new national HQ.

5.4.28. Scholarships. The AAS Executive Management Center attempts each year to locate industrial sponsors of scholarships and fellowships.

5.4.29. The Day Cup. Presented to the outstanding squadron staff officer in the nation. 5.4.30. The Christopher D. Nichols Award. Presented to the outstanding sophomore at the

squadron level who has displayed professionalism and leadership and has made substantial contributions to the mission of AAS.

5.4.31. The Colonel A.T. Reid Crimson Glory Award. This is presented to an individual member of the Society for outstanding support of SW.

5.4.32. Ciccoli Joint Operations Award. This is presented to the AAS Squadron and Silver Wings Chapter that have best furthered the objectives of the two organizations in a joint manner.

5.4.33. The Louis J Ciccoli Memorial Award. This award is the highest commendation given by the Society to an individual for personal contribution. It may be presented to either an active or an alumni member.

6. CURRENT INFORMATION Spring 2016

6.1. National Staff and Location.

6.1.1. National Headquarters – Kenneth J. Snedden Squadron 6.1.2. Commander – AAS C/Brig Gen Courtney Conway 6.1.3. Vice Commander – AAS C/Col Sarah Doll 6.1.4. Director of Operations – AAS C/Lt Col Justin Bond 6.1.5. Director of Information Management – AAS C/Lt Col Corey Persons 6.1.6. Director of Financial Management – AAS C/Lt Col Gabby Homolka 6.1.7. Director of Public Affairs – AAS C/Lt Col Debra Adeyeye


6.1.8. Director of Training – AAS C/Lt Col Ryan Crone 6.1.9. Director of Support – AAS C/Lt Col Tristan Pertuit 6.1.10. Executive Director – C/Jake Erickson

6.2. Joint National Project

6.2.1. TAPS Network. Trafficking, Abuse, Prevention & Support Network.

6.3. Squadron Staff. The following is a list of active members and their positions. With the exception of squadron commander, which is elected by the squadron, positions are chosen by the commander on a one-semester basis.

6.3.1. List of Active GICE Members. NAME: RANK: Capati, Martin AAS C/ Major Heller, Victoria AAS C/ Major Howe, Randall AAS C/ Major Gurrola, Victoria AAS C/ Major Bazzo, Nick AAS C/ Capt In, Andrew AAS C/ Capt Hurtado, Andrea AAS C/ Capt Rommel, Matthew AAS C/ Capt Brown, Michael AAS C/ 1st Lt

6.3.2. GICE Spring 2016 Positions 6.3.2.1. Commander – AAS C/Major CJ Collier *Honorary 6.3.2.2. Deputy Commander – AAS C/Captain Andrea Hurtado 6.3.2.3. Operations Officer – AAS C/Captain Andrea Hurtado 6.3.2.4. Information Management Officer – AAS C/Major Martin Capati 6.3.2.5. Financial Management Officer – AAS C/Major Victoria Gurrola 6.3.2.6. Public Affairs Officer – AAS C/1Lt Michael Brown 6.3.2.7. Candidate Training Officer – AAS C/Captain Andrew In 6.3.2.8. Director of Support – AAS C/1Lt Michael Brown 6.3.2.9. Academic Officer – AAS C/Major Randall Howe 6.3.2.10. Squadron Advisor – Major Melinda Albiston, USAF


ATTACHMENT 1 – Warrior Knowledge Handbook

A1.1. Required Candidate Class Knowledge. 1.1.1. Class Name, Motto, Cheer, Flight Positions, Flight Members (first and last names),

Training Staff Members (first, last name, and rank). A1.2. Required Arnold Air Society Knowledge.

1.2.1. AAS Mission. Create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer candidates. Aid in the development of effective Air Force Officers. Further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force. (Verbatim)

1.2.2. Type of Organization. “A Professional, Honorary, Service organization, advocating the support of aerospace power.” (Verbatim)

1.2.3. Colors/Meanings. Red symbolizes shed blood of Americans fighting for Freedom. White represents the purity of our intent. Blue is the color of the sky in which we fly. Gold represents the wings with which we fly and warrior courage.

1.2.4. Flower. The Crimson Glory Rose (Verbatim) 1.2.5. Motto. “The Warrior who cultivates his mind polishes his arms.” –Duc de Boufflers

(Verbatim) 1.2.6. Types of Membership. Active, Associate, Honorary, Inactive (Verbatim) 1.2.7. Officer Positions. 1.2.8. Rank Structure. 1.2.9. Current SQ Officers. 1.2.10. Current National Commander. 1.2.11. Joint National Project. 1.2.12. All Branch Rank Structures

A1.3. Required Air Force Warrior Knowledge.

1.3.1. Air Force Mission. To fly, fight, and win…in air, space, and cyberspace. 1.3.2. Holm Center Mission. Develop the best Air Force leaders and citizens of character

dedicated to serving the nation. 1.3.3. AFROTC Mission. Develop premiere leaders of character for tomorrow's Air Force. 1.3.4. Honor Code. “We will not lie, steal, or cheat nor tolerate among us anyone who does.” 1.3.5. Seven Basic Responses. (Sir/Ma’am)

1.3.5.1. Yes, Sir. 1.3.5.2. No, Sir. 1.3.5.3. No excuse, Sir. 1.3.5.4. Sir, I do not know. 1.3.5.5. Sir, I do not understand. 1.3.5.6. Sir, may I ask a question? 1.3.5.7. Sir, may I make a statement? (Verbatim)

1.3.6. Military Birthdays. 1.3.6.1. Navy: 13 Oct 1775 1.3.6.2. Marines: 10 Nov 1775 1.3.6.3. Army: 7 Aug 1789 1.3.6.4. Air Force: 18 Sept 1947.


1.3.7. Phonetic Alphabet. A – ALPHA N – NOVEMBER B – BRAVO O – OSCAR C – CHARLIE P – PAPA D – DELTA Q – QUEBEC E – ECHO R – ROMEO F – FOXTROT S – SIERRA G – GOLF T – TANGO H – HOTEL U – UNIFORM I – INDIA V – VICTOR J – JULIET W – WHISKEY K – KILO X - X-RAY L – LIMA Y – YANKEE M – MIKE Z – ZULU

1.3.8. High Flight Poem Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings. Sunward I’ve climbed and joined the tumbling mirth Of sun-split clouds – and done a hundred things You have not dreamed of – wheeled and soared and swung High in the sunlit silence. Hovering there, I’ve chased the shouting wind along and flung My eager craft through footless halls of air. Up, up the long delirious, burning blue I’ve topped the wing-swept heights with easy grace Where never lark or even eagle flew And, while with silent, lifting mind I’ve trod The high untrespassed sanctity of space, Put out my hand and touched the face of God ~John Gillespie Magee, Jr.

1.3.9. One More Roll Poem We toast our hearty comrades, Who have fallen from the sky And gently caught by God's own hand To be with Him on high. To dwell among the soaring clouds They have known so well before From victory roll to tail chase At Heaven's very door. As we fly among them there We're sure to hear their plea- “Take care, my friend; watch your six, And do one more roll for me.” ~ Commander Gerald Coffee, Hanoi, 1968


1.3.10. Code of Conduct 1 – I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense. 2 – I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist. 3 – If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy. 4 – If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information nor take part in any action which may be harmful to my comrades. If I am senior I will take command. If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and back them up in every way. 5 – When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service number, and date of birth. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements that may be disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause. 6 – I will never forget that I am an American, fighting for freedom, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

1.3.11. USAF Major Commands 1. Air Combat Command (ACC) Headquarters: Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA 2. Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Headquarters: Joint Base Antonio-Randolph, TX 3. Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) Headquarters: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 4. Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) Headquarters: Peterson AFB, CO 5. Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Headquarters: Hurlburt Field, FL 6. Air Mobility Command (AMC) Headquarters: Scott AFB, IL 7. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) Headquarters: Joint Base Pearl Harbor, Hickam, HI 8. US Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Headquarters: Ramstein AB, GE 9. Air Force Reserve Command Headquarters: Robins AFB, GA 10. Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Headquarters: Barksdale, LA

1.3.12. Airman’s Creed I am an American Airman. I am a warrior. I have answered my nation's call.

I am an American Airman. My mission is to fly, fight, and win. I am faithful to a proud heritage, A tradition of honor, And a legacy of valor.


I am an American Airman, Guardian of freedom and justice, My nation's sword and shield, Its sentry and avenger. I defend my country with my life.

I am an American Airman; Wingman, leader, warrior. I will never leave an airman behind, I will never falter, And I will not fail.

ATTACHMENT 2 – AAS Hazing Policy (Copy from AASMAN-1, pp 159) AASMAN-1 18 SEPTEMBER 2005 159 A7.1. Introduction. The guidelines presented below are to be reproduced and a copy provided to each candidate at the start of their first training event. A7.2. AAS Hazing Policy. You, as a candidate for membership in the Arnold Air Society (AAS) have the right not to be physically or mentally hazed at any time or in any way, as defined by the official USAF policy on hazing. A7.3. Definition of Hazing. Hazing, as defined by the Department of Defense, and the USAF, is activity that exposes persons to cruel, abusive, humiliating, oppressive, demeaning, or harmful experiences. It can be physical, verbal, or psychological in nature. Examples of hazing include, but are not limited to, abusive tricks, threatening or offering violence or bodily harm to another, striking, branding, tattooing, shaving, greasing, painting, pinning, tacking on, blood wings, or forcing the consumption of food, alcohol, drugs, or any other substances. Any “rites of passage” should be strictly scrutinized by the chain of command to ensure that hazing does not occur. A7.4. Actual or Implied Consent to Hazing. An actual or implied consent to acts of hazing does not eliminate the culpability of the perpetrator. This means that even if the candidates devise the program, the squadron director of training (DT) will be responsible for any event that is judged to be hazing by higher headquarters, and any other members involved will also be held accountable. A7.5. Initial Report of Hazing. If suspicion or accusation of hazing arises, an initial report will be given to the Area Director of Training. The accusing candidate may remain anonymous. The Area DT and the Area Commander will then be responsible for investigating the incident and involving the appropriate cadre in its resolution. The investigators will submit a detailed post-investigation report to the National DT (Pending approval from the Area Commander). A7.6. Post-Investigation Report. The post-investigation report will include the name of the squadron, detachment, and university involved. A detailed description of the incident will be included. Any resolution of the incident that has been accomplished by the report date will also be included. Persons involved in the resolution: cadre, AAS members, and candidates will have their names and phone numbers listed at the end of the report for further investigation into the incident. Again the initiator of the investigation may remain anonymous. A7.7. Determination of Hazing. The final determination of whether hazing has occurred or not, will be determined by the Area and National DTs, and upon request will be re-evaluated by the AAS National Commander.


A7.8. Infraction of Hazing. If an actual infraction of hazing has occurred, the cadets involved as perpetrators will be removed from their positions immediately and be required to fulfill service hours as directed by the Area DT. If the infraction was severe, resulting in the injury of the individual, or violating university or state law, the perpetrator(s) will be removed from membership in the Arnold Air Society. A7.9. Air Force Training Guide. All candidate training environments will adhere to the Air Force Training Guide (ATG), concerning the incorporation of events of challenge, creativity, and training.

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