AFROTC Detachment 105 - Fall 2025 Warrior Knowledge

Vocabulary flashcards covering core values, mission/vision, cadet knowledge, ranks, and notable alumni from AFROTC Detachment 105 notes.

Air Force Core Values

Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

Service Before Self

Core value prioritizing service and duty over personal interests.

Excellence in All We Do

Core value urging high standards in every task and activity.

Honor Code

We will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does.

Air Force Mission

To fly, fight, and win—airpower anytime, anywhere.

Air Force Vision

The World’s Greatest Air Force—Powered by Airmen, Fueled by Innovation.

Seven Basic Responses - Yes, sir/ma’am

A respectful affirmative response to a superior.

Seven Basic Responses - No, sir/ma’am

A respectful negative response to a superior.

Seven Basic Responses - No excuse, sir/ma’am

Admit no excuses; take responsibility.

Seven Basic Responses - May I ask a question?

Request permission to ask a question.

Seven Basic Responses - May I make a statement?

Request permission to make a statement.

Seven Basic Responses - I do not know

Acknowledge uncertainty respectfully.

Seven Basic Responses - I do not understand

Indicate lack of understanding and seek clarification.

AFROTC Detachment 105 Founding Date

July 1, 1951 – founding date of Detachment 105.

AFROTC DET 105/CC Mission

Develop exceptional leaders for tomorrow’s Air and Space Force.

AFROTC DET 105/CC Vision

Forge confident, connected warriors grounded in humility, fierce in mission, trusted to lead.

AFROTC Field Training Mission

Train and evaluate cadets in AF institutional competencies for the Professional Officer Course.

AFROTC Mission (Overall)

Develop Air Force and Space Force leaders of character.

AFROTC DET 105/CC Priorities

Commission Ready Airmen and Guardians; Crosstown and Community Connections; Heritage and Hospitality.

Foundational Competencies (Airmans)

Developing Self, Developing Others, Developing Ideas, Developing Organizations.

Fallen Alumni 1 – 2d Lt David L. Jarvis

Fallen alum; June 12, 1949 – Oct 19, 1972; Fighter Pilot; COD: Training Accident.

In-Formation Greeting Rule

In formation, only the Flight Commander greets higher-ranking personnel.

Flight/Detail Excusal Phrase

Sir/Ma'am, please pardon my flight/detail.

USAF Enlisted Rank E1

E1: Airman Basic.

USAF Enlisted Rank E2

E2: Airman.

USAF Enlisted Rank E3

E3: Airman First Class.

USAF Enlisted Rank E4

E4: Senior Airman.

USAF Enlisted Rank E5

E5: Staff Sergeant.

USAF Enlisted Rank E6

E6: Technical Sergeant.

USAF Enlisted Rank E7

E7: Master Sergeant.

USAF Enlisted Rank E8

E8: Senior Master Sergeant.

USAF Enlisted Rank E9

E9: Chief Master Sergeant.

USAF Officer Rank O1

O1: Second Lieutenant.

USAF Officer Rank O2

O2: First Lieutenant.

USAF Officer Rank O3

O3: Captain.

USAF Officer Rank O4

O4: Major.

USAF Officer Rank O5

O5: Lieutenant Colonel.

USAF Officer Rank O6

O6: Colonel.

USSF Enlisted Rank E1

E1: Specialist 1 (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E2

E2: Specialist 2 (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E3

E3: Specialist 3 (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E4

E4: Specialist 4 (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E5

E5: Sergeant (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E6

E6: Technical Sergeant (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E7

E7: Master Sergeant (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E8

E8: Senior Master Sergeant (Space Force).

USSF Enlisted Rank E9

E9: Chief Master Sergeant (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O1

O1: Second Lieutenant (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O2

O2: First Lieutenant (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O3

O3: Captain (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O4

O4: Major (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O5

O5: Lieutenant Colonel (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O6

O6: Colonel (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O7

O7: Brigadier General (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O8

O8: Major General (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O9

O9: Lieutenant General (Space Force).

USSF Officer Rank O10

O10: General (Space Force).

Fallen Alumni 2 – Capt Richard L. “HUB” Kendel

Fallen alum; Aug 28, 1954 – Jun 1, 1983; Fighter Pilot; COD: Mid-air Collision.

Heritage and Hospitality (Det 105/CC Priorities)

A focus area in Det 105 priorities recognizing heritage and welcoming community connections.

Airmans Foundational Competencies

Four domains: Developing Self, Developing Others, Developing Ideas, Developing Organizations.