Arnold Air Society Flashcards
Arnold Air Society
- Professional Organization because it develops future Air Force officers.
- Honorary Organization because it requires members to have and maintain good standing in the Air Force ROTC Program.
- Service Organization because it performs projects for Air Force ROTC, the University, and the community.
Arnold Air Society Mission
To create outstanding Air Force officer candidates through the implementation of additional training while working as a Society to further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force
Arnold Air Society Vision
To integrate fully with our affiliates organizations, focus equally on professional development and service, and to use current and future technology to its fullest potential
Arnold Air Society Colors
Red, White, Blue, yellow-orange
Arnold Air Society Motto
THE WARRIOR WHO CULTIVATES HIS MIND, POLISHES HIM ARMS
Arnold Air Society Symbol
Pair of gold wings around a white star, a red ball in the center and two blue bars at the bottom. The gold signifies courage, white signifies purity, red signifies blood of the American Fighting Men, and blue signifies the sky
Arnold Air Society Flower
“Crimson Glory” Rose
Arnold Air Society Objectives
- Create a more efficient relationship among Air Force officer candidates, in particular within AFROTC
- Aid in the development of effective Air Force officers
- Further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force
Arnold Air Society Flight Motto
moments of suffering for a life of pride
Basic Doctrine for Arnold Air Society
AASMAN-1
Arnold Air Society Current Honorary National Commander
General David L. Goldfein
Arnold Air Society Chief Civilian Employee or Executive Director
Brigadier General (Ret) Dan Woodward
At Arnold Air Society NATCON, for a legislation to pass which affects both Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings both the ____ and ____ general assemblies must pass the legislation
Arnold Air Society, Silver Wings
Arnold Air Society - Silver Wings Joint Motto
Honoring Heritage, Building Leaders, Impacting Lives
Arnold Air Society Maryland Cup
Presented to the outstanding large squadron in the nation (26 and over cadets). Sponsored by the Frank P. Lahm Squadron at the University of Maryland
Arnold Air Society Hagan Trophy
Presented to the outstanding medium sized squadron in the nation (15-25 active cadets). Sponsored by the Captain Frank S. Hagan Squadron at the Louisiana State University
Arnold Air Society Chennault Trophy
Presented to the outstanding small squadron in the nation (fewer than 15 active cadets). Sponsored by the Claire Chennault Squadron at the University of Southern-Western Louisiana
Arnold Air Society Fisher Leadership Development Award
Recognizes the squadron with the best professional officer development program
Arnold Air Society LBJ Cup
The squadron operating the most outstanding candidate program
Arnold Air Society Phoenix Award
Best overall service project(s) in the country other than POW/MIA and Joint National Project
Arnold Air Society Colonel George Robert Hall Freedom Cup
The squadron and chapter with the best supporting the POW/MIA Awareness program
Arnold Air Society General John D. Ryan Outstanding Public Affairs Award
Recognizes the most outstanding public affairs program in the country
Arnold Air Society Motto Author
Duc de Boufflers
Silver Wings Motto
Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve
Arnold Air Society Meetings Order Governor
Roberts Rules of Order
Organization that publishes the Air Force magazine
Air Force Association
Arnold Air Society Candidate Commander Responsibilities
Leads the Candidate Class and responsible for all candidate actions
Arnold Air Society Candidate Deputy Commander Responsibilities
Responsible for assisting the Commander and taking charge when Commander is unavailable. Ensures accountability at all meetings
Arnold Air Society Candidate Standardization Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for all uniformity in the Candidate Class
Arnold Air Society Candidate Director of Operations Responsibilities
Responsible for all candidate projects
Arnold Air Society Candidate Public Affairs Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for the publicity of all candidate projects and activities
Arnold Air Society Candidate Information Management Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for publishing candidate minutes for all candidate meetings
Arnold Air Society Arnold Air Society Founding Date and Location
1947 at the University of Cincinnati
Arnold Air Society Date Recognized by the United States Air Force
April 1948
Arnold Air Society First NATCON
1950 at the University of Cincinnati
Silver Wings Founding Date and Location
1952 at the University of Omaha
Henry “Hap” Arnold Quote
“It’s got to be done and done quickly, so let’s get it done”. Henry “Hap” Arnold
Arnold Air Society General Elwood R. Quesada Squadron Date Founded at Clarkson University
Fall of 1982
Arnold Air Society Active membership
Reserved for AFROTC or USAFA cadets who have completed the candidate training program, paid dues, and remain in good standing with the squadron. Active members also gain membership into the Air Force Association. Only Active members may hold positions within Arnold Air Society
Arnold Air Society Inactive membership
Based upon individual squadron bylaws such as failure to pay dues, meet academic or physical standards, or not wish to remain active
Arnold Air Society Associate membership
Members of Silver Wings are granted associate membership status in Arnold Air Society upon payment of their membership dues
Arnold Air Society Honorary membership
Highest tribute that an Arnold Air Society unit may extend to an individual ineligible for Active membership status.
Arnold Air Society Current National HQ
Iven C. Kincheloe, Jr. Squadron at Purdue University
Arnold Air Society Current Joint National Project
Disaster Prevention and Relief
Arnold Air Society Current Area HQ
Col. Robert P. Halloran Squadron at Syracuse University
Arnold Air Society Squadron Commander Responsibilities
Responsibility for the actions of the Squadron and authority to execute any legislation
Arnold Air Society Squadron Deputy Commander Responsibilities
Responsible for the coordination of staff and executing the committees
Arnold Air Society Squadron Operations Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for all squadron projects
Arnold Air Society Squadron Information Management Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for the preparation of all orders and written communications, maintenance of accurate files on all members and accurate minutes of meetings, and management of membership, accounting, and reporting
Arnold Air Society Squadron Financial Management Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for the squadron finances
Arnold Air Society Squadron Public Affairs Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for all public relations and publications
Arnold Air Society Candidate Training Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for organizing and executing a training program to prepare candidates to be effective active members
Arnold Air Society Squadron Support Officer Responsibilities
Responsible for acquiring necessary supplies, organizing transportation, compiling a history of the Squadron, filling out award nominations, and assisting cadets in moral resources.