Creed, Song (1st verse), Core Values, Code of Conduct, Flashcards
Verse 1
I am an American Airman
I am a Warrior
I have answered my Nation’s Call
Verse 2
I am an American Airman
My mission is to Fly, Fight, Win
I am faithful to a Proud Heritage
A Tradition of Honor
and a Legacy of Valor
Verse 3
I am an American Airman
Guardian of Freedom and Justice
My Nation’s Sword and Shield
It’s Sentry and Avenger
I defend my Country with my Life
Verse 4
I am an American Airman
Wingman, Leader, Warrior
I will never leave an Airman behind,
I will never falter
I will not fail.
Song verse 1a
Off we go into the wild blue yonder
Climbing high into the sun
Here they come, zooming to meet or thunder
At em now! Give em the gun! Give em the gun!
Song verse 1b
Down we dive, spouting our flame from under
Off with one helluva/terrible roar,
Will live in fame or go down in flame, Hey!
Nothing’ll stop the USAF!
Core Values
Integrity First, Service Before Self, Excellence in all we do.
Code of Conduct ART I
“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.”
Code of Conduct ART II
“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.”
Code of Conduct ART III
“If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to
escape and to aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the
enemy.”
Code of Conduct ART IV
“If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no
information or take part in any action, which might 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 will back them up in every way.”
Code of Conduct ART V
“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 disloyal to my country and its allies
or harmful to their cause.”
Code of Conduct ART VI
“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.”