Military Customs and Courtesies Flashcards
What are the five standard elements of Air Force dress and appearance?
- Cleanliness
- Neatness
- Uniformity
- Safety
- Military Image
If you are in civilian attire, what do you do when the national anthem is played?
Face the flag, stand at the position of attention, and place your right hand over your heart.
When in PT gear, do you have to salute senior members?
You don’t have to, but it may be expected in specific academic training environments.
When do you salute indoors?
For formal reporting
When not in uniform and wearing a hat during the national anthem, what should you do?
Remove the hat with your right hand, and place it over your left shoulder with your right hand over your heart.
What do the 13 white stars in the Air Force Shield represent?
The original 13 Colonies
What do the Yellow Roman Numerals under the Air stand for?
1947, the year the Air Force was established.
When was the Air Force symbol (most recent one) designated?
2004
What do the Six split wing sections of the Air Force symbol represent.
The distinct capabilities of the Air Force.
What do the three stars in the Air Force symbol represent?
The three Air Force core values
- Integrity First
- Service before self
- Excellence in all we do
What is the universal custom for displaying the united states flag
From sunrise to sunset.
