Chapter 8 Flashcards
_____ signals the start of the official duty day
Reveille
Where and when does the reveille take place
Near the base flagstaff after sunrise
How and when is reveille in the unit area held
It is normally held with the formation of squadron in line and used when a reveille ceremony is not held at the base flagstaff
What commands are used during the reveille ceremony
Parade Rest, Sound Reveille, Squadron Attention, Present Arms and Order Arms
When practical who makes up the flag security detail for raising the flag
One NCO and two Airmen to hoist the flag
The flag is raised and lowered from the ____ side of the flagstaff
Leeward
What two fold purpose does the retreat ceremony serve
To signal the end of the official duty day and to pay respect to the US falg
Where does a retreat ceremony take place
In the squadron area, base parade ground or near the bas flagstaff
What factors determine whether units are formed in line or massed for retreat ceremony at the flagstaff
The size and number of units and the available space
Before the band or recorded music starts to play retreat who orders Sound Retreat
The commander
How is the flag lowered while the band plays the national anthem or a bugler plays to the colors
Slowly and with dignity by the junior members of the flag security detail
Which member of the flag security detail remains at attention while the flag is folded
The senior member
The flag is folded in the triangular shape of a cocked hat, What part should be visible
Only the blue field
When practical who lowers the all purpose flag
One nco and three airmen
When practical who lowers the installation flag
One nco and five airmen
How is the lowering of the flag coordinated with the music
They should end at the same time
How do you lower a flag flown at half staff
Briskly hoist it to the staff head as retreat sounds, then lower on the first note of the national anthem or to the colors
How is the pledge of allegiance to the flag rendered when not in uniform
Stand at attention and face the flag. Remove any nonreligious headdress with your right hand and hold it at your left shoulder with your hand over your heart
How is the plebe of allegiance to the flag rendered when outdoors and in uniform
Stand at attention, remain silent, face the flag and reader the military salute
How is the pledge of allegiance to the flag rendered when indoors in uniform in formation and wearing proper headdress
Stand at attention, remain silent, face the flag and render the military salute
How is the pledge of allegiance to the flag rendered when indoors and not wearing appropriate headdress
Stand at attention, remain silent and face the flag
Military member in uniform do not recite the pledge of allegiance to the flag T/F
True
specified meaning is assigned to the folds of the flag T/F
False
The AF developed a script that provides a historical perspective on the flag. must this script be read at AF ceremonies where the flag is folded
No
What does the color red on the US flag symbolize
Hardiness and valor
What does the color white on the US flag symbolize
Purity and innocence
What does the color blue on the US flag symbolize
Vigilance, perseverance and justice
Who decides how formally an award ceremony is conducted, based on the significance of the award
Commanders or other officials
What ceremony recognizes meritorious service, outstanding achievement or heroism
The decoration ceremony
When should a decoration ceremony be conducted
At the earliest possible date after approval of the decoration
Decoration ceremony participants and attendees should wear the uniform specified by the host. If in doubt, it is best to wear the ____
Service Dress
How do decoration ceremonies normally begin
By announcing Attention to orders
Many of the guidelines for promotion ceremonies are the same as for _____ ceremonies
Decoration
When is it customary to hold a promotion ceremony
On the last duty day prior to the promotion
Can a base hold a base wide ceremony for all promotes
Yes
What are some ways to add decorum to the promotion ceremony
The national anthem, reaffirmation of the oath of enlistment and the AF song
The reenlistment ceremony can be celebratory with special gimmick and publicity stunts T/F
False
Why should immediate family members receive an invitation to reenlistment ceremonies
To reinforce the family renewed commitment to the AF
Who may perform the reenlistment ceremony
The airman may request any commissioned officer of the US armed forces
What must forma a backdrop for the participants a reenlistment ceremony
The US flag
What is the core of the reenlistment ceremony
The oath of enlistment recited by the officer and repeated by the reenliste
Why are retirement ceremonies important
To give a tangible expression of appreciation for contributions to the AF and its mission and assurance that the retiree is still part of the AF family
What publication should you consult for details about retirement ceremonies
AFI 36-3202
Who normally conducts the retirement ceremony
A general officer
Along with any awards, decorations, honors, and letters of appreciation what four items are presented to retirees
- A certificate of retirement
- A US flag
- an AF retired lapel button
- Certificate of appreciation for Service in the Armed Forces of the US
Why is it customary to present the retiring members spouse with a certificate of appreciation during a retirement ceremony
To acknowledge their support and sacrifices made during the members career
How does the commander proceed when a retiring member doesn’t want a formal retirement ceremony or for any reason cant be present for duty on the retirement date
The commander personally presents all decorations and any awards or honors to the member at another time
AFPAM ____ guide to protocol, outlines the an approved sequence of events for indoor retirement ceremonies
AFPAM 34-1202
What is the only difference between a dining in and dinning out
Nonmilitary spouses, friends and civilians may not attend the dinning IN
Where did the Present dining in format originate
In the Air Corps where General HAP Arnold held his famous wingdings
What is appropriate attire for the dining IN and OUT
AF mess dress or the semiformal uniform
What ceremony is a formal evening banquet to honor an inductee as a Leader among Leaders and an Airman among Airmen
The order of the Sword induction ceremony
______ consists of certain movements by which the flight or squadron is moved in an orderly manner from one formation to another or form one place to another
Drill
How are AF organization divided for drill purposes
Into elements, flights, squadrons, groups and wings
Ceremonies are an extension of drill activity T/F
True
Name the four types of commands in drill
- Drill
- Supplementary
- Informational
- Mass
Name the two parts of a drill command
The prepatory command and the command of execution
In the command Flight Halt the Word Flight is the prepatory command,. What else does it designate
The unit
The command of _____ follows the prepatory command
Execution
When are supplementary commands given
When one unit of the element must execute a different movement from other units or the same movement at a different time
Give an example of a supplementary command
Continue the March or Stand fast
What type of command directs others to give commands and has no prepatory command or command of execution
An informational command
What type of command helps develop confidence self reliance, assertiveness and enthusiasm by making the member recall, give and execute the proper commands
A mass command
Mass commands are given in ____ by everyone in the element
Unison
When giving commands in drill, good military ___is essential
Bearing
In what position is the commander when giving commands in drill
Attention
To assume the position of attention, bring your heels together evenly and point your feet out equally to form a ____ degree angle
45 Degree
You should not lock your knees while at attention
True
What are the four positions of rest in drill
- Parade Rest
- At Ease
- Rest
- Fall out
What command is given to resume the position of attention from any of the rest positions
Flight Attention
How far apart should your heels be in parade rest position
12 inches apart
To assume the position of _____ keep your right foot in place and remain silent
At ease
How does the rest position differ from at ease
Moderate speech is permitted at the rest position
You may leave the immediate area when you execute FALL out T/F
False
What does the first phase of drill involve and the second
First phase - Teaching basic movement, facing and positions
Second phase - Merging individuals as a flight to learn base formations and marching
What is the most practical drill group
A Flight Formation
A flight forms in at least two but not more than ____ elements for drill
Four
On which drill command does a flight form a line formation
Fall in
Who usually forms and dismisses the flight formation in drill
The Flight Sergeant
What commands are used when forming the flight in drill
Fall in Dress right dress and Ready Front
In a flight formation who verifies the alignment of each rank
The flight commander
When is the command Open ranks March given to a formation
When in line at normal interval
What does the first rank in a flight formation do upon command open ranks march
Take three paces forward
How many forward paces do the second and their take for open ranks
The second takes two paces and the third takes one
What does the fourth rank do in a flight formation upon command open ranks
Stand fast and automatically executes dress right dress
Who inspect the flight
The inspector and commander
in close ranks march what do all the ranks so
First stands fast, second takes one pace forward and halt and third and fourth take two and three respectively and halt to attention
______ is a cod of traditional precedence, courtesy and etiquette in maters of military, diplomatic, official and celebratory ceremonies
Protocol
