Arnold Air Society National Exam

Name the two affiliate organizations of Arnold Air Society (Quiz 1)

Silver Wings and Air Force Association (AFA)

Which is NOT a class of membership in AAS? (Quiz 1)

A) Candidate

B) Associate

C) Honorary

D) Inactive

A) Candidate

Which of the following is the official flower of AAS? (Quiz 1)

A) Cymbidium orchids

B) Gerber Daisy

C) Crimson Glory Rose

D) Oriental Lily

C) Crimson Glory Rose

Which of the following is the founding university of AAS? (Quiz 1)

A) University of Cincinnati

B) University of California at Los Angeles

C) University of Maryland

D) Purdue University

A) University of Cincinnati

Area Headquarters is chosen by what vote? (Quiz 1)

A) Majority

B) 2/3

C) 3/4

D) Anonymous

A) Majority

Which of the following is NOT a mission of AAS? (Quiz 1)

A) To meet the needs of AFROTC as specified by the cadet wing commander

B) To aid in the development of effective Air Force officers

C) To further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the USAF

D) To create a more efficient relationship among officer candidates

A) To meet the needs of AFROTC as specified by the cadet wing commander

What are AAS colors? (Quiz 1)

A) Red, White, Blue, and Scarlet

B) Red, White, and Blue

C) Red, White, and Yellow-Orange (Gold)

D) Red, White, Blue, and Yellow-Orange (Gold)

D) Red, White, Blue, and Yellow-Orange (Gold)

Who is the General of the Air Force that the society is named after? (Quiz 1)

Gen Henry H. Arnold

What is the Arnold Air Society motto and is a quote by whom? (Quiz 1)

"The warrior who cultivates his mind polishes his arms" by Duc de Boufflers

All active AAS members are also members of what organization? (Quiz 2)

A) Civil Air Patrol

B) Reserve Officer Association

C) Silver Wings

D) Air Force Association

D) Air Force Association

What is the national handbook for AAS that incorporates rules, procedures and guidelines for the way the society functions? (Quiz 2)

A) AFI 36-2903

B) AASMAN-1

C) AASMAN

D) AFI 36-3103

B) AASMAN-1

What is the motto of Silver Wings? (Quiz 2)

A) Integrity First

B) Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve

C) Service Before Self

D) Excellence in All We Do

B) Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve

When are the national awards presented? (Quiz 2)

A) NATCON

B) ARCON

C) Executive Boards

D) There are no national awards

A) NATCON

Which one of the following is not an objective of Silver Wings? (Quiz 2)

A) Civil Service

B) Civic Awareness

C) Personal Development

D) Professional Development

A) Civil Service

T/F Any type of member can hold an AAS Squadron position. (Quiz 2)

False

T/F All types of members of AAS must pay dues. (Quiz 2)

False

Which of the following is the proper Headquarters Chain of Command (from lowest to highest)? (Quiz 2)

A) Area, National, Squadron

B) Wing, Squadron, Area

C) Squadron, Area, Wing

D) Squadron, Area, National

D) Squadron, Area, National

Silver Wings was first known as what? (Quiz 2)

A) Silver Wings

B) Arnold Air Society

C) Air Force Association

D) Angel Flight

D) Angel Flight

What award is for the nation's best candidate program? (Quiz 2)

A) Maryland Cup

B) Hagan Trophy

C) Chennault Trophy

D) LBJ Cup

D) LBJ Cup

What does SNP stand for (for SW)? (Quiz 2)

A) Separate National Project

B) Special National Program

C) Specific National Project

D) Special Natural Professionalism

A) Separate National Project

At NATCON, in order to pass legislation affecting AAS and SW, what must happen? (Quiz 2)

A) The AAS general assembly must pass the legislation

B) The SW general assembly must pass the legislation

C) Both the AAS Commander and SW National President must vote to pass the legislation

D) Both the AAS and the SW general assemblies must pass the legislation

D) Both the AAS and the SW general assemblies must pass the legislation

Who trains candidate to become active members of the society? (Quiz 2)

The Candidate Training Officer

Who is the AAS National Commander? Include name and rank. (Quiz 2)

C/Jake Marino (Brig. General)

What organization publishes the Air Force Magazine? (Quiz 2)

Air Force Association

There are ______ areas in the nation. (Quiz 2)

11

There are ____ Silver Wings Regions in the nation? (Quiz 2)

11

What is the year long service project performed by AAS and SW that benefits the community? (Quiz 3)

A) Joint National Project

B) Joined National Program

C) Joint Natural Project

D) Joined Natural Program

A) Joint National Project

An AAS Squadron Commander holds what rank? (Quiz 3)

A) AAS C/Colonel

B) AAS C/Lieutenant Colonel

C) AAS C/Major

D) AAS C/Captain

C) AAS C/Major

An AAS Area Commander holds what rank? (Quiz 3)

A) AAS C/Colonel

B) AAS C/Lieutenant Colonel

C) AAS C/Major

D) AAS C/Captain

A) AAS C/Colonel

The USAF was established in what year? (Quiz 3)

A) 1947

B) 1934

C) 1954

D) 1909

A) 1947

Which of the following is true of the AAS insignia? (Quiz 3)

A) The rank pin and fourragere must be worn together

B) The rank pin can only be worn if a squadron, area, or national position is held by the individual

C) The candidate pin, rank pin, and fourragere must be worn together

D) The fourragere can only be worn in mess dress attire

A) The rank pin and fourragere must be worn together

Where is this year's NATCON going to be held? (Quiz 3)

Milwaukee

What is Arnold Air Society?

1. A Professional Organization because it develops future Air Force Officers

2. An Honorary Organization because it requires members to have and maintain good standings in the AFROTC program

3. A Service Organization because it performs projects for AFROTC, the University and the community

What is the Mission of Arnold Air Society?

The mission of AAS is to create outstanding Air Force officer candidates through the implementation of additional training while working as a Society to further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force.

What is the Vision of Arnold Air Society?

The vision is to integrate fully without affiliated organizations, focus equally on professional development and service, and to use current and future technology to its fullest potential.

What are the Colors of Arnold Air Society?

1. Red- Symbolizes the blood shed by Americans fighting for freedom

2. White- Represents the purity of our intent

3. Blue- Is the color of the sky in which we fly

4. Yellow-Orange- Represents the wings with which we fly and warrior courage

What is the Motto of Arnold Air Society?

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

What is the Symbol of Arnold Air Society?

The symbol of AAS is a pair of gold wings and a white star with a red ball in the center. Below it are two blue wreaths bearing the inscription "Arnold Air Society."

Area Staff/Need to know

1. The current Area HQ is the Robert P. Halloran Squadron at Syracuse University

2. The Area Commander is Daniel Pesci (Col)

3. The vice commander is Bryan Troy (Lt Col)

National Staff

1. Chosen by NATCON General Assembly

2. Hosted by same squadron for 2 year max

3. Bid for and elected by delegation vote

4. Current Nat HQ is the Iven C. Kincheloe, Jr. Squadron at Purdue University

5. The commander is C/Jake Marino (Brig. General)

6. The vice is C/Robert Miller (Col)

7. The NATCON commander is C/Jake Marino (Brig. General)

8. JNP is Disaster Relief

History of AAS

1. In the summer of 1947 cadets at the University of Cincinnati discussed the possibility of an honorary society

2. With the help of cadre they drafted a constitution keeping in mind the idea of making this a national group

3. Henry H. Arnold gave permission to use his name for the proposed "Arnold Society of Air Cadets

4. These cadets became the Hap Arnold Squadron

5. By the year 1948 the constitution was sent to all AFROTC dets

Memberships

1. Active: Cadet enrolled in AFROTC or Air Force Academy who has completed candidate classes, paid dues, and is in good standing

2. Inactive: Member who wishes to remain inactive but in good standing and pays national dues

3. Associate: Member of SW become associate members of AAS upon payment of SW dues

4. Honorary: An award for a person who is not eligible for membership but contributes greatly to the society

Requirements

1. Complete Classes

2. Stay in good standing

3. Pay dues

Affiliated Organizations

1. There are two different organizations that work alongside Arnold Air Society

2. AFA (The Air Force Association) and Silver Wings (SW)

AFA

1. Founded on Feb 4th 1946 as an organization dedicated to national security and world peace

2. Is a national, independents, non-profit, air power advocacy organization

3. Thought of as the parent organization for AAS

4. Located in Arlington, Virginia

5. AAS active members also become part of AFA

6. This is who makes the Air Force Magazine

Silver Wings

1. Began as the Angel Flight at the University of Omaha in 1952

2. Seek to aid in the progress and mission of the USAF, AFA and AAS

3. Intended for non-ROTC members

4. Every year SW and AAS meet at the National Conclave (NATCON) to discuss national business

5. Silver Wings motto is Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to serve

6. Our joint motto is "Honoring Heritage, Building Leaders, Impacting Lives" (para 18.1.4 of your AASMAN-1)

7. The colors are blue and white

8. The objectives of Silver Wings is Personal and Professional Development, and Civic Awareness

9. There are 11 SW Regions in the nation

Awards

The National Headquarters determines the winners of awards

Types:

1. Outstanding Unit Award: Three squadrons are presented awards for being outstanding

-Maryland Cup: Large Squadron

-Bradley Cup: Medium Squadron

-Chennault Trophy: Small Squadron

2. Eagle Award: Present to the squadron with the most civic affairs

3. Lyndon Baines Johnson Cup: Present to the squadron with the most outstanding candidate program

History of George T. Crowell Squadron

1. Cornell University

-Instituted as the 94th Chapter of AAS in 1951

-Won the Hagan Trophy in 1980

-1991-92 Most improved Squadron in Area 1

2. Col George T. Crowell

-Det Commander from 1949-53

-10th AF HQ (AF Reserve Command)

-55th Fighter Group in WWII and 8th AF in England

-Group commander of the first P-38 unit in Europe

What are the ranks in AAS?

What is the motto of Silver Wings?

A) Integrity First

B) Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve

C) Service Before Self

D) Excellence in All We Do

B) Knowledge, Wisdom, and the Courage to Serve

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

A) National Conference

B) National Conclave

C) Area Conference

D) National Area Training Conclave

B) National Conclave

What is the AAS/SW joint motto?

Honoring Heritage, Building Leaders, Impacting Lives

What are the colors of Silver Wings?

A) Red, White, & Blue

B) Silver & Blue

C) Blue & White

D) Green, White, & Red

C) Blue & White

All AAS meetings are governed by what rules?

Robert's Rules of Order

Which of the following selects the AAS National Headquarters?

NATCON General Assembly

The candidates of AAS must attend at least ____ of all candidate activities.

90%

T/F Area Headquarters has the authority to charge dues from every squadron in that particular area.

True

Who are the Chief Civilian Employees of AAS? (Also known as the Co-Executive Directors)

Brig Gen Dan Woodward and Maj Gen Maggie Woodward

T/F AAS and SW National HQ is located at the same location every year to enforce proper continuity and organization.

False

T/F Every squadron must have a delegate or an alternate at every business session in order to vote at NATCON.

True

NAC stands for?

A) National Administrative Consultant

B) National Accountability Counterpart

C) NATCON Accountability Conference

D) National Admissions Counterpart

A) National Administrative Consultant