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Arnold Air Society
Study Guide
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Where was the first AAS squadron? | University of Cincinnati |
| What was the first AAS squadron called? | The Hap Arnold Squadron |
| When was AAS recognized by the USAF? | 6 April 1948 |
| When was the AAS constitution sent to other AFROTC detachments? | September 1948 |
| What type of organization is AAS? | A professional, honorary, service organization |
| Name one or more of the AAS purposes (of the first 2). | 1) To provide excellent opportunities for leadership and further a cadets administrative knowledge of the USAF. 2) To facilitate fellowship amongst cadets and get better acquainted with cadre and other officers for a more complete training. |
| Name one or more of the missions of AAS. | 1) To create effective relationships in AFROTC. 2) To aid in the development of effective USAF officers. 3) To further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the USAF. |
| What is the AAS Motto? | "The warrior who cultivates his mind polishes his arms."- Duc de Boufflers |
| What is the official flower of AAS? | The Crimson Glory Rose |
| What are the colors of AAS? | Red, White, Blue, Yellow-Orange |
| What do the AAS colors stand for? | Red- the bloodshed of Americans fighting for freedom. Blue- the sky in which we fly. White- the purity of our intentions. Yellow-Orange- the wings on which we fly and warrior courage. |
| What are the four types of AAS membership? | Active, Inactive, Associate, Honorary |
| Where is the 2017 National HQ? | The Kenneth J. Snedden Squadron of Mississippi State University |
| Who is the 2017 commander and vice commander? | Commander- C/ Courtney Conway Vice Commander- C/ Sarah Doll |
| What is the 2017 JNP? | Disaster Relief |
| Where is the 2017 Area HQ (Northwest)? | The Douglas Matheson Squadron of the University of Washington |
| Who is the 2017 Area commander? | Commander- C/ Ethan Graebner |
| Who is the Det. 905 AAS Squadron called? | The Bossio Squadron of Washington State University |
| Who are the 2017 staff members of the Det. 905 AAS Squadron? | Commander- C/Maj Joplin Deputy Commander- C/Capt. Fredrickson Operation Officer- C/1st Lt. Harker Information Management Officer- C/1st Lt. Pongpetch Financial Management Officer- C/1st Lt. Mellish Public Affairs Officer- C/1st Lt. Dumo Candidate Tr |
| What are the ranks of National, Area, and Squadron staff in AAS? | National- Brig Gen, Col, Lt. Col, Lt. Col, ... Area- Col, Lt. Col, Maj, Maj, ... Squadron- Maj, Capt, 1st Lt., 1st Lt., ... |
| What are the Special officers of AAS? | National Business Chairman (C/Col), National Parlimentarian (C/Lt. Col), National Conclave Commander (C/Col), Area Conclave Commander (C/Lt. Col) |
| What are the Legislative bodies of AAS? | Nation Conclave (NATCON)- High body of AAS, held in the spring annually, location is past as a 2/3 majority Board of Directors- Second highest body, meets twice a year during the fall with AFA and spring with NATCON, interprets the AAS constitution Area |
| Name one or more of the other legislative bodies of AAS. | Committees, Executive Management Center, National Archives, National Publication HQ Standing Committees- National Committee on AFROTC affairs, National Finance Committee, National Awards Committee, NATCON Budget Committee, Strategic Planning Committee |
| What is the purpose of AAS conclaves? | To determine the policies of both AAS and Silver Wings. |
| What are the two affiliate organizations of AAS? | The Air Force Association (AFA)- Founded on 4 February 1946, HQ in Arlington VA Silver Wings- Founded in 1952 (University of Omaha) |
| What is the AAS namesake (history)? | AAS is named after Gen. Henry Harley Arnold (or Hap Arnold). He was born on 25 June 1886. Graduated West Point and commissioned 14 June 1907. He became a pilot in 1911. In 1912, he set an altitude record of 6540ft. In 1949, he became the first General AF. |
| When is the AAS birthday? | 8 April 1948 |
| When is the USAF birthday? | 18 September 1947 |
| When is the POW/MIA recognition day? | Every year on the third Friday of September |
| What is the Colonel Bossio Squadron namesake (The mission)? | Colonel Bossio was born in Deer Park, WA, on 12 March 1920. He was in the 388th Command Support Group in Thailand. On 29 July 1966, his crew of 8 flew over Loas (Project Dogpatch) in a RC47D Skytrain when they where shot down by MIG 17's. |
| What is the Colonel Bossio Squadron namesake (The remains)? | On 2 March 1988, Vietnamese authorities turned over 5 ID cards and 5 of the crews remains. Of the 5 remains, Colonel Bossio's was not one of them even though his ID was returned. |
| Who is the Honorary Commander of AAS? | Brig General David L. Goldfien (Chief of Staff of the USAF) |
| What rules of order govern AAS meetings? | Robert's Rules of Order |
| What is the 2017 AAS manual called? | AASMAN-1 |
| What does "SNP" stand for when talking about the Silver Wings? | Separate National Project |
| What does "NAC" stand for? | National Administrative Consultant |
| What is the Joint Motto for the AAS Northwest command? | "Honoring heritage, building leaders, impacting lives." |
| Where will the 2018 NATCON be? What will it be called? | New Orleans, NOLANCON |
| Who are the two Co-Executive Directors of AAS? | (Retired) Brig General Dan Woodward (Retired) Maj General Maggie Woodward |
| Name one or more of the AAS purposes (of the 3 and 4 ). | 3) To develop an esprit de corps. (Group consciousness and improved relationships to create an efficient cadet corps) 4) To aid members in appreciating aerospace power for national security |
| Name the last final purpose of AAS (the 5th one). | 5) To meet others with a similar goal. To further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the USAF. |
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