Arnold Air Society National Test 2023

when was AAS recognized as a society

1948

What major organization was AAS first affiliated with

The Air Force Association

The Arnold Air Society is a:

Professional, Honorary, Service organization advocating the support of aerospace power

4.) Which is not one of the purposes of Arnold Air Society?
a.) AS provides members excellent opportunities for leadership experience, and opportunities that pro valuable training. The Society furthers a working knowledge of the administrative practices of the I which can be of great value to a member as a cadet and later as an officer.
b.) The Society, in participation with the Air and Space Forces Association, aids members in gaining a understanding and appreciation of aerospace power for national security.
c.) Another important benefit of AS is that members come in direct contact with other men and who share similar goals. Members have the mutual objective of promoting and furthering the
traditions, and concept of the United States Air Force.
d)The Society develops an important foundation for the Air force. The encouragement of Artist technical skills is necessary for preparation in Active Duty.

The Society develops an important foundation for the Air force. The encouragement of Artist technical skills is necessary for preparation in Active Duty.

What is the first objective of the Arnold Air Society

To create more efficient relationships among Air Force officer candidates, in particular within the AFROTC

What is the second objective of the Arnold Air Society

To aid in the development of effective Air Force officers.

What is the third objective of the Arnold Air Society

To further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force

What are the AAS colors?

Red, White, Blue, and Gold

Who was AAS named after?

General Henry "Hap" Arnold

When and where was the first NATCON

University of Cincinnati in 1950

The AAS moto is

"The warrior who cultivates his mind polishes his arms" -Duc de Bouffers

AAS fourragere is a

A single loop, square weave, blue and gold, multi-strand cord

The AAS flour is

Crimson Glory Rose

The AAS pin is

circular and bears the white star and cardinal ball of the society

What are the four types of AAS memberships

Active, Inactive, Associate, Honorary

Who runs the National Administrative Headquarters for AAS

The Executive Director

National Head Quarters is run where?

An annually changing location

Regional Headquarters is responsible for

The inspection of each squadron at least once per academic year

The National Archives Headquarters does what?

Stores, organizes and assembles the records of the society

what does the JAA do

Responsible for accounting of AAS and SW alumni with the objective of providing financial, man power, and leadership benifits

T/F: The operations officer is responsible for helping staff members in the day to day activities of the society

False

AAS rank is determined by:

The rank the individual holds

Where is this years NATCON going to be held

Las Vegas, Nevada

Who is responsible for preparing candidates to become active members of the society?

CTO (Candidate Training Officer)

What is the national handbook for
AAS that
incorporates rules,
procedures and guidelines for the way the society functions?

AASMAN-1

What is the year long service project performed by AAS and SW that benefits the community?

Joint National Project (JNP)

What is the motto of Silver Wings?

Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve

What is the name of the annual meeting where AAS and
SW meet to discuss national business?

National Conclave (NATCON)

What is the organization that publishes the Air Force magazine

Air Force Association (AFA)

Who is the current
Honorary
National
Commander?

Maj. Gabbe Kearney

What are Silver Wings colors

Blue and white

Where are the national awards presented

NATCON

What not the objective in Silver Wings

Civil Service

What is NATCON composed of

National commander, regional commanders, and representatives from each squadron

How many votes are needed from squadrons to amend the AAS National Constitution

2/3 squadrons votes

When was the AFA founded?

4 February 1946

What is the AFA

National independent non-profit- aerospace power organization

Where are the AFA headquarters

Arlington Virginia

Where and when was the first Angle Flight founded

1952 at the University of Nebraska Omaha

What is silver wings

A national honorary organization of dedicated college students who wish to make a difference for the better through service and assistance to their communities

When did silver wing's officially rename themselves

1996-1997

Who may AAS-SW form liaison relationship with

Civil-air patrol, Explorers, AF JROTC, POW/MIA awareness

What are the societies missions run according to

Robert's Rules of Orders

How many times per year is the society amended and when

2 times, once at NATCON the other at Executive Boards

What are the three primary governing manuals for AAS

the AAS constitution, the AASMAN-1, and the JPM-1

When does each squadron renew the membership of its activities who haven't graduated

Beginning of fall term

Where are national offices elected

NATCON

Where are regional offices elected

RCON

when are National Headquarters and NATCON Headquarters voted on

the general assembly at NATCON

Regular reports flow from

Squadron to area