Afjrotc ca 20051 cadet handbook (v 13 1)1

AFJROTC CA-20051 WEST COVINA HIGH SCHOOL

CADET GUIDE (v.13.1)

Property of Cadet

Do Good - Do Well - Always With Honor

West Covina High school 1609 E. Cameron Ave. West Covina, CA 91791

(626) 859-2900

PRINCIPAL’S WELCOME Welcome AFJROTC Cadets!

Our AFJROTC program is an important program offered at West Covina High

School (WCHS), one that will play a key role in your life for many years to come. As today's colleges and employers are looking for more and more leadership skills you develop while in high school, AFJROTC will help you develop these much needed skills while exposing you to an aerospace curriculum that no other class at WCHS has to offer. Because one of the goals of AFJROTC is to “build better citizens for America,” you also have the opportunity maximize your leadership skills through the involvement in numerous AFJROTC sponsored community service activities. In addition, you have numerous AFJROTC sponsored community scholarship opportunities available only through AFJROTC to help pay for part or all your future schooling costs. In short, AFJROTC is not just another class; you’re a part of a cohesive team while developing a personal sense of pride within yourself.

It is important that you study this guide and learn its contents. The guide assists

each of our cadets as they work toward common goals of high achievement, teamwork, and esprit de corps. The guide explains how we administer our program, what is expected from you, and what you can expect from your fellow cadets. A total team effort by all can only result in you becoming a better student and citizen. Your knowledge, understanding, and compliance with this guide are essential to the team’s success.

Once again, welcome to the AFJROTC program, your enrollment in this program

is an important decision you won't regret. Have an awesome experience! Sincerely, Alex Ruvalcaba

Principal


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter Page

1. Missions, Goals, and Objectives of the AFJROTC Program 1

2. Admission, Transfer, and Disenrollment of Students 3

3. General Conduct and Military Courtesy 4

4. General Appearance of Cadets 6

5. Wearing of the Uniform 8

6. Clothing and Equipment 11

7. Saluting Rules 13

8. Extracurricular/Co-curricular Activities 15

9. Cadet Promotions/Demotions 16

10. Job Descriptions 18

11. Security and Maintenance of the AFJROTC Area 21

12. Awards and Decorations 22

13. Requirements for Awards 23 Air Force Junior ROTC Badges A-1

Air Force Junior ROTC Insignia A-2

Cadet Male Headgear A-3

Cadet Female Headgear A-4

Cadet Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) A-5

Cadet Lightweight Blue Jacket A-6

Cadet Male Service Dress A-7

Cadet Female Service Dress A-8

Cadet Male Blue Shirt A-9

Cadet Female Blue Shirt A-10

Do Good - Do Well - Always With Honor 1

CHAPTER ONE MISSION, GOALS, AND OBJECTIVES OF THE AFJROTC PROGRAM

MISSION “Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community”

GOALS “To instill values of citizenship, service to the United States,

personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment in high school students.”

CADET HONOR CODE “On my word of honor, I will not lie, cheat, or steal nor tolerate those who do. I will abide

by the cadet regulations and follow the orders and directions of the officers over me, according to the rules of discipline of the Cadet Corps.”

CADET CREED “I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet.

I am connected and faithful to every Corps of Cadets who serve their community and nation with patriotism.

I earn respect I uphold the Core Values of Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do.

I will always conduct myself to bring credit to my family, school, Corps of Cadets, community, and to myself.

My character defines me. I will not lie, cheat, or steal. I am accountable for my actions and deeds.

I will hold others accountable for their actions as well. I will honor those I serve with, those who have gone before me, and those who will come after me.

I am a Patriot, a Leader, and a Wingman devoted to those I follow, serve, and lead. I am an Air Force Junior ROTC Cadet.”

OBJECTIVES The objectives of Air Force Junior ROTC are:

“To educate and train high school cadets in citizenship; promote community service;

instill responsibility, character, and self-discipline; and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.”

With these objectives the cadets will develop:

i. An appreciation of the basic elements and requirements for National Security. ii. Respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority in a

democratic society. iii. Patriotism and an understanding of their personal obligation to contribute to

National Security. iv. Habits of orderliness and precision.


v. A high degree of personal honor, self-reliance and leadership. vi. Broad-base knowledge of the aerospace age and fundamental aerospace

doctrine. vii. Basic military skills. viii. A knowledge of, and appreciation for, the traditions of the Air Force to include the

Air Force core values of: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence In All We Do.

ix. An interest in completing high school and pursuing lifelong learning, higher education, or skills.

x. An understanding of the Air Force and military as a possible career path.


CHAPTER TWO ADMISSION, TRANSFER, AND DISENROLLMENT OF STUDENTS

i. To be eligible for enrollment in the AFJROTC program, a student must be:

a. Enrolled in and attending a regular course of instruction at West Covina High School.

b. Of good moral character as determined by the Senior Aerospace Science Instructor (SASI) and the Aerospace Science Instructor (ASI).

ii. A cadet may be disenrolled for any of the following reasons: a. Failure to remain enrolled at West Covina High School. b. Individual request for release from the program, consistent with current

school drop/add policy and parent approval. iii. Transfer students from other JROTC units may be admitted/enrolled with credit

given for training already completed. However, no guarantees can be made regarding a cadet's rank achieved in another program since cadet ranks in the CA-20051 AFJROTC are generally based on cadet positions. Additionally, transfer students must be willing and able to accept and adjust to the rigorous standards of CA-20051 AFJROTC.


CHAPTER THREE GENERAL CONDUCT AND MILITARY COURTESY

All cadets are expected to behave in a manner which reflects credit upon themselves, their parents, the cadet corps, West Covina High School, and the United States Air Force.

i. STANDARDS OF CONDUCT: Membership in the Air Force JROTC program is a privilege, not a right. Cadets who misbehave, demonstrate uncooperative attitudes or negative leadership, or display an inability to adapt to expected military discipline standards will be counseled by their instructor and their parents will be notified. Any additional problem with conduct may result in disenrollment from the AFJROTC program. Cadets who do not follow school rules or are consistently suspended from school may be disenrolled from AFJROTC. The AFJROTC program at West Covina High School is an honorary organization - cadets are responsible for honorable citizenship and conduct. Remember, Air Force JROTC is a citizenship development program.

ii. MILITARY COURTESY: The practice of saying "Yes, sir/ma’am" and "No, sir/ma’am" to instructors and to cadets senior in rank is always observed in the AFJROTC program. When referring to instructors, cadets will address them by their rank and last name. Classrooms are called to attention anytime an instructor enters the room. Such responses are long established military courtesies which will become habit if practiced continually by cadets. Instructors will enforce strict military customs and courtesies throughout the program, including classroom/drill/ physical fitness training and co-curricular activities. Additionally, all cadets will be addressed and/or referred to by their last names while in the ROTC area and during ROTC activities (for example, “Mr. Jones,” or “Miss Smith,” or “Cadet Jones,” etc. ).

iii. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES: At the beginning of the class, cadets will stand at parade rest behind their chairs with their items beneath their desk. When the bell rings the Flight Commander (Flt Cmdr) calls the room to attention and then leads the class through the daily procedures (pledge of allegiance, cadet code, etc.) and announcements. While going through the announcements, the Flight Sergeant (Flt Sgt) takes attendance. The Flt Cmdr then reports to the Flt Sgt, “Flight Sergeant, (period) Flight ready for instruction.” The Flight Sergeant than reports attendance to the instructor. After the instructor enters the classroom, instruction begins.

a. If the Flight Commander is not present, the Flight Sergeant takes his/her place. If the Flight Sergeant is not present, the highest ranking NCO/ Airman takes his/her place. If neither are present, the highest ranking officer cadet takes place of the Flight Commander and the highest ranking NCO/Airman after that takes place of the Flight Sergeant. Officers can only substitute when no other option is available.

b. Since promptness is an objective of the AFJROTC program, cadets are expected to be in the classroom before the tardy bell rings. Cadets who arrive to class after the tardy bell will stand at Parade Rest at the classroom entrance until the Flight Commander acknowledges him/her


and takes the tardy pass. The cadet will then quietly take his/her seat c. When the instructor has finished instruction, the cadets will quickly

assemble their books/materials into a neat stack on the top of their desk. The Flight Commander will then command the room to attention, followed by “Flight, dismissed."

All cadets will follow these rules while in AFJROTC classes:

1. No chewing gum. Dispose of any gum upon entering the AFJROTC classrooms. 2. Come to class prepared for instruction with the proper materials (pen/pencil,

paper, notebook, etc). 3. Be attentive and polite while someone else is speaking. Interrupting instructors,

guest speakers, or other cadets will not be tolerated. 4. Turn in all assignments/homework on time. Late work is penalized in the "real

world" and it's also penalized in AFJROTC. 5. Do not sleep in class. If you can't stay awake, stand quietly in the rear of the

classroom (no penalty). Sit up in your seat and keep your feet on the floor. Remember, you're in a military classroom and cadets don't "slouch" or put their feet on anything other than the floor.

6. Let the instructor know if you are ill. You will be provided a pass and/or escort to go see the nurse.

7. When an active or retired officer first enters the room (unless instruction has already begun) the first person to see the officer will call the room to attention. At any time, if an O-6 (AF Colonel, or the school principal) equivalent or higher enters or leaves the room, call the room to attention.


CHAPTER FOUR GENERAL APPEARANCE OF CADETS

Because cadets wear the official uniform of the U.S. Air Force, any questionable behavior in public can create an unfavorable image of the AFJROTC program and the Air Force. On the positive side, a positive image of the Air Force will be created by cadets who look and act sharp while in uniform. Therefore, as an AFJROTC cadet, you must always strive to present a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance.

i. Male Cadets: The face will be clean shaven, except for mustaches that are in regulation. To be regulation, mustaches must be neatly trimmed, not extend downward below the line of the upper lip, and may not extend sideways beyond a vertical line drawn upward from the corner of the mouth. Beards or goatees are not permitted.

a. Hair will be neatly cut, clean, trimmed, and present a conservative, groomed appearance. The bulk of the hair will not exceed 1 1/4 inches on top of the head and will be tapered so it does not exceed 1/4 inch at the termination point on the back and sides of the head. Hair will be groomed to follow the contours of the head and will not touch the ears or collar. Hair in front will be groomed so that it does not fall below the eyebrows and does not extend below the band of properly worn headgear. Unusual hairstyles are not permitted.

b. Sideburns will be neatly trimmed, will extend to a point somewhere between the top of the ear opening and the bottom of the ear opening, and will end with a clean shaven horizontal line.

c. Male cadets will not wear earrings while in uniform. Nor will they wear earrings while in the ROTC area or while participating in any ROTC activities.

ii. Female Cadets: Hair will be styled to permit proper wear of Air Force headgear. Hair will be clean, neatly arranged and will be styled to present a feminine appearance. Cornrows, pigtails, and other hairstyles that extend below the bottom of the collar of the uniform blouse or jacket are not authorized. Hair will be groomed so that it does not touch the eyebrows or cover any portions of the face. Afro, natural, bouffant and similar styles are authorized except those with excessive fullness/extreme heights (over three inches). Long hairstyles may be worn if they are pinned up in a bun/roll arrangement so as to permit proper wear of headgear and not allow the hair to extend below the bottom edge of the collar.

a. Hair ornaments such as ribbons will not be worn. Pins, combs, or small barrettes similar in color to the cadet's hair may be worn if required to keep hair up. Hair nets and “scrunchies” are not authorized.

b. Earrings may be worn if they are small, conservative in appearance, pearl white, gold, or silver, and spherical, or diamond studs. Clip on types must fit tightly and may not extend below the earlobe. Only one earring per ear is allowed.

iii. Although we do not issue undergarments, cadets must wear the appropriate conservative type of undergarments with their uniform. Male cadets must wear a plain, white, V-neck or white muscle style T-shirt under their short sleeve uniform


shirt. (Do not wear T-shirts with any logos/designs printed on them.) Female cadets' undergarments must be a white or natural color so they are not readily visible or noticeable through the fabric of the light blue blouse. If female cadets wear a T-shirt under their blouses it must be a plain, white, V-neck T- shirt.

iv. While these grooming standards apply to cadets in uniform, neatness and cleanliness always reflect a positive image of an individual, his/her family, school, and organization. Therefore, cadets are always expected to present a neatly groomed appearance.


CHAPTER FIVE WEARING OF THE UNIFORM

Since the uniform you wear is almost exactly the same as the ones issued to active duty Air Force members, you must take great care to wear it properly. The importance of this particular requirement cannot be overemphasized. AFJROTC students are not permitted to wear uniforms when furthering political activities as are active duty military. If you have any questions regarding wearing of the uniform on days other than uniform days, or to AFJROTC sponsored events, contact your instructor.

General Requirements:

1. One day each week is designated as "Uniform Day." All cadets will be notified well in advance (via a posted sign in room L15) of the day they're required to wear the uniform. For this unit it normally falls on Tuesday. Failure to wear the uniform on this day (unless excused in advance by your instructor) results in a failing grade and must be made up.

2. Only authorized uniform items will be worn. DO NOT mix any uniform item (including the lightweight blue jacket) with civilian clothing.

3. Flight caps, service dress caps, and berets are never worn indoors unless you're part of a performance team. When not worn, the flight cap may be tucked under the belt on either side of the belt buckle.

4. Wear authorized insignia as shown in the appendix at the end of this guide. Cadets are advised to poke new insignia through a rag or eraser first to get the residue off the pins.

5. Button all pockets. Hands should NEVER be seen in pockets. 6. The "gig" line is the line formed by the edge of your shirt, the edge of your belt

buckle, and the fly of your trousers. Check it often to make sure it is straight. 7. All cadets are required to wear headgear while outdoors in uniform. Wear

headgear during all training on the drill pad, during off campus field trips, and for special outdoor duties, such as football games. Wear headgear if walking to or from the car or bus to the school while in uniform.

8. Trim the loose strings/cords from the uniform. 9. Keep the shirt neatly tucked into the trousers. 10. Don't put any bulky items in the pants or jacket pockets, as this may distort the

neat, trim appearance of the uniform. 11. Shoes should be gloss shined and shoe edges should be free of dirt, dust, or

mud. Use black paste polish only; no liquid polishes. 12. Replace missing buttons properly. 13. When wearing the necktie, keep the shirt collar buttoned. The tie knot must be

centered and cover the collar button. Tie the tie in a "Windsor" (full) knot. 14. Carry books and other items in your left hand when outdoors to free your right

hand for saluting. If you carry a book bag or backpack, carry it in your left hand/ arm; use caution when slinging it over your shoulder because it can tear up the uniform, name tags, insignia, and ribbons.

15. Conservative wristwatches, ID bracelets, and rings (maximum of three) may be worn with the uniform. Necklaces, pendants, ankle bracelets, colored wristbands


or other conspicuous jewelry are prohibited. Remember, the overall objective is to avoid wearing anything which would detract from the neat and conservative appearance of the uniform.

16. Ribbons and name tags are worn as shown in the appendix to this guide. Always wear your nametag on the shirt/blouse. It's OK (and advised) to cut a piece of cardboard and place it behind the name tag or ribbons (cut it same size as the device so it doesn’t show through the shirt or blouse).

17. Wear only black, authorized shoes with the uniform. Wear BLACK SOCKS only. 18. Political activities, hitchhiking, engaging in sports activities, performing hard

labor, etc. while wearing the uniform are prohibited. 19. Conservative sunglasses (no mirrored lenses, bright colors, logos, or

ornamentation) may be worn except while in formation or inspection. 20. Service dress caps (male and female) are optional for AS-3 and AS-4 cadets

only. These items may be purchased at the cadet's own expense and will be worn with the appropriate insignia. These caps must have a plain bill.

21. When you wear the lightweight blue jacket, you must keep it zipped up at least half way. Cadets cannot wear the collar turned up. Wear the jacket only with the uniform and keep your hands out of the pockets.

22. PUBLIC DISPLAYS OF AFFECTION are PROHIBITED. While wearing the uniform you must look professional and "business-like." Public displays of affection ("PDA") includes kissing, hugging, holding hands or walking arm in arm while wearing the uniform. "PDA" is not allowed while wearing the AFJROTC uniform, while in the AFJROTC area, or while participating in AFJROTC activities.

23. Certain uniform items are considered optional and will never be mandatory. A cadet's grade in the course is not influenced by whether he/she purchased optional uniform items. The Senior Aerospace Science Instructor designates which optional items may be worn by cadets and the circumstances under which they can be worn. Therefore, do not purchase any optional uniform item without first checking with the instructors!

Requirements for Male Cadets: 1. Wear the flight cap with the front crease toward the lower center of the forehead

(about two fingers width above the right eyebrow). 2. Thread the belt through the belt loops to your left. When buckled, only the

metal tip of the belt end should show. Use the adjustable belt clamp to change the length of the belt for a proper fit and trim off the excess belt protruding underneath and beyond the buckle.

3. Lace your shoes to the top and shine them to a high gloss with black, paste polish. DO NOT USE A LIQUID POLISH ON THE SHOES. Corfam shoes are optional items for upper-class cadets (purchased at a cadet's own expense).

4. Wear the short sleeve shirt with the collar open (except when directed to wear the tie). Tuck the shirt tail neatly into the trousers to make it nearly form fitting. Use a "military tuck" -- no wrinkles in front.

5. The flight cap, service dress coat, slacks, and tie must be professionally dry cleaned. The jacket must be dry cleaned according to the instructions on the inside label. The outside pockets of the service dress coat are for decoration


only -- you can’t put anything in them. The two inside pockets may be used to carry small, flat items. If you remove your service dress coat during class, drape it neatly over the edge of the chair. Do not remove or loosen your necktie; you must put your coat back on and button it before leaving the classroom. If the service dress coat has minor wrinkles, you may lightly press it with a damp cloth and a steam iron between dry cleanings. Do not touch the fabric directly with the hot iron. For the trousers, the bottom of the trouser leg should touch the shoes so as to cause a slight break in the front trouser crease. No cuffs are worn on the trousers. Button the rear button of the trousers at all times. Any articles carried in the pockets of the trousers (such as wallets, handkerchiefs, combs, pens, etc.) must not be visible.

6. The light blue shirt may be laundered at home. It does not need to be professionally cleaned until it is returned to the AFJROTC inventory. Use light or medium starch to keep the shirts looking good throughout the day. DO NOT USE ANY BLEACH.

7. Wear a white, plain point collar shirt and your blue tie with the service dress coat on semi-formal occasions, such as the Military Ball. Do not wear a name tag with the formal uniform.

Requirements for Female Cadets: 1. Wear the flight cap toward the front of the head (about two fingers width above

the eyebrows), not tilted back on the crown of the head. When worn properly, the crest of the cap will be fully extended.

2. Leather, low quarter, oxford shoes will be issued. Wear them during leadership training and in military formations. If approved ahead of time by your instructors, you may wear black pumps as an optional uniform item with your dress blue skirt.

3. The flight cap, service dress coat, slacks, and tie tab must be professionally dry cleaned. The jacket must be dry cleaned according to the instructions on the inside label. If you remove your service dress coat during class, drape it neatly over the edge of the chair. Do not remove your tie tab; you must put your coat back on and button it before leaving the classroom. If the service dress coat has minor wrinkles, you may lightly press it with a damp cloth and a steam iron between dry cleanings. Do not touch the fabric directly with the hot iron. For the slacks, the bottom of the trouser leg should touch the shoes so as to cause a slight break in the front trouser crease. No cuffs are worn on the trousers. Any articles carried in the pockets of the trousers (such as wallets, combs, pens, handkerchiefs, etc.) must not be visible.

4. The light blue shirt may be laundered at home. It does not need to be professionally cleaned until it is returned to the AFJROTC inventory. Use light or medium starch to keep the shirts looking good throughout the day.

5. Wear a white, plain point collar shirt and your blue tie tab with the service dress coat on semi-formal occasions, such as the Military Ball. Do not wear a name tag with the formal uniform.

6. Pantyhose may be worn with the uniform slacks instead of the black issue socks. Pantyhose must be dark blue/black nylon or a neutral, skin tone shade that complements skin tone. You must wear pantyhose with the dress blue skirt.


CHAPTER SIX CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT

Cadets are responsible for protecting the clothing and equipment issued to them; the value of uniform items issued exceeds $300.00. This property belongs to either the federal government or the school and is on loan to the cadet. It must be accounted for at all times.

When issued the uniform and equipment items, the cadet will sign a receipt form. Under no circumstances will a cadet take any uniform or equipment item from the supply room without signing a receipt for it. Cadets are not permitted to borrow uniform items they have lost or left at home. Each item becomes the cadet’s personal responsibility. If an item is lost or damaged out of neglect, the cadet is required to pay for it. Upon uniform issue, cadets will be informed of the cost of each item. The cost of replacement, however, will be the cost of the item at the time the account is cleared.

Cadets will be issued one complete uniform with all the accessories and insignia. Cadets must return all the issued items at the end of the school year or when disenrolled from the AFJROTC program. Losses or damages must be paid for before the end of the school year.

A cleaning fee of $20.00 will be collected from each cadet when the uniform is issued; this fee is used to pay for the professional cleaning of the uniform when it is turned in. Cadets who don't clear their account will be reported to the school administration and will not be allowed to graduate, register, or transfer credit until obligations are satisfied.

To avoid unnecessary expenses or a delay of grades/diploma, and to provide for the most efficient turn-in of uniforms/equipment, the following are suggested:

a. Don't leave uniform items in unlocked lockers or unattended in other places. b. Don't lend uniform items to other people. c. Don't let another cadet turn in uniform items. d. Be alert for uniform items lost by other cadets. Turn in any found items to the

instructor, not the school’s lost and found. e. Be careful with pens -- they tend to get ink on shirts. Be careful while eating

-- food tends to mess up a shirt or tie. Try not to carry book bags over the shoulders while wearing the uniform – the straps have a tendency to fray ribbons, break name tags, and scratch insignia.

Clothing items that become worn or unserviceable will be reported or turned in to the instructor as soon as possible. If the unserviceable condition is caused by normal wear and tear, they will be replaced at no cost.

If any uniform items don't fit properly, tell the instructor so they can give you permission to get them altered or switched. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ALTER CLOTHING ITEMS YOURSELF OR LET SOMEONE ELSE TRY TO ALTER YOUR UNIFORM.


When turning in or exchanging uniform/equipment items, deal only with an instructor or cadets assigned to Logistics

Once again a reminder, the U.S. Air Force uniform is a symbol of a proud and honorable service. Take care of the uniform; make sure it fits and looks right; and wear it properly and with pride.


CHAPTER SEVEN SALUTING RULES

Military personnel consider the salute as a courteous and respectful greeting between members. The salute is one of the oldest traditions binding military professionals together.

Below you will find the basic guidelines as to when the salute is appropriate.

1. When outdoors and in uniform at West Covina High School, saluting is always appropriate. The salute is initiated by the cadet enlisted/NCO when greeting officers, and by cadet officers when greeting officers more senior in rank.

2. Unless you're part of a special detail or formation, you salute indoors only when you are formally reporting to cadet officers or the SASI/ASI. The proper sequence of reporting includes saluting and stating, "Sir/Ma’am, Cadet (last name) reports as ordered." You hold the salute until it's returned or otherwise acknowledged by the officer. When the purpose of the report or meeting is completed, you again salute, and when excused, execute a facing movement toward the most direct exit and then leave.

3. You never salute nor return a salute while running. Instead, you come to a “quick time” (a walk) and then salute approximately three paces from the officer.

4. If you're in uniform and observe the U.S. flag being raised or lowered from any flag staff, you will come to attention and render the salute until the flag has reached the summit or base of the flag staff. If you're in civilian clothes, you come to attention and place your right hand over your heart. If a male cadet is wearing civilian clothes including headgear, he will remove the headgear with his right hand and place the headgear over the left shoulder so that his right hand is over his heart.

5. While in uniform, if the Pledge of Allegiance is being recited while indoors, you should stand at attention and face the flag. If most of those present are in civilian clothes, however, you may exercise the option of reciting the Pledge.

6. If the Pledge of Allegiance is being recited outdoors and you are in uniform, you should stand at attention, remain silent, face the flag, and render the salute.

7. If the Pledge of Allegiance is being recited (either indoors or outdoors) and you are not in uniform, you should stand at attention, face the flag, and recite the Pledge. Place your right hand over your heart during the Pledge, and males will remove headgear as described in paragraph 6. above.

8. If the National Anthem is played and you are in uniform outdoors, you should stand at attention, face the flag (or music if the flag is not present), and salute. You hold your salute until the last note of the music or the flag is completely lowered (whichever occurs last).

9. If the National Anthem is played and you are in uniform indoors, you should face the flag (or music if the flag is not present), but not salute unless under arms (part of an honor, saber, or color guard detail).

10. If the National Anthem is played and you are in civilian clothes (either indoors or outdoors), you should stand at attention, face the flag (or music), and place your right hand over your heart (males will also remove any headgear and hold the


right hand over the heart as described in rule 4 above). 11. If you are late for a military formation, you should approach the cadet/person in

charge of the formation when it is at a halt, salute, and request permission to join the flight or formation.

12. Cadet officers and NCOs should correct saluting errors in a courteous and helpful manner when such errors are made by cadets junior to them. All cadets are expected to accept such corrections properly and strive to learn from their mistakes.

CHAPTER EIGHT EXTRACURRICULAR/CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Extracurricular activities add interest and prestige to the cadet corps. We strongly encourage you to participate in at least one of the following types of activities.

(Note: Some of these activities may not be available during the current academic year)

Color Guards: These elite units have the honor of presenting the Colors at important school and community functions. They can also compete against other schools in color guard competition. Distinctive uniform items distinguish the Color Guards from other units. (Un)Armed Drill Teams: The Drill Teams compete against other schools in armed (drill rifles) and unarmed competition. The drill meets are held on Saturdays during the months of December through April. Extensive practice is required to be polished, precise, and sharp in military drill. The rewards and recognition for outstanding individual and team performance are well worth the effort since trophies and honors are bestowed upon top teams and individuals. Orienteering Team: Orienteering is being able to find locations in the woods, using only a map and a compass. Cadets compete against other schools. Team and individual trophies are awarded. Social Activities: The Military Ball and other Cadet Corps activities can be major social activities. Cadets have the opportunity to develop leadership and planning skills by organizing and executing these activities. Community/School Service: Community and school service activities (such as providing color/honor guards for home football games, volunteering to work with disadvantaged or orphaned kids, organizing toy drives or food drives, etc.) help cadets develop a sense of appreciation for unselfish service, obligation to community, and patriotic values. We track participation in these service activities by recording participation on the Service Points Roster. Fund Raising: Various fund raising activities are conducted to support cadet activities. The success of fund raising activities depends upon the effort of each cadet. Field Trips: Field Trips are an important co-curricular part of the program and are considered to be "curriculum in action." First consideration for participation in field trips is given to cadets whose performance in academics and leadership demonstrates a positive attitude and best effort. The uniform is worn on all field trips unless otherwise specified by the SASI. Trips are planned to military bases as well as other aerospace/ military related activities in the local area.

Participation in all extracurricular activities depends upon academic eligibility. This means cadets must achieve a minimum grade point average of 2.0 in every grading period. Additionally, you must have a minimum AFJROTC grade of a “B” to be eligible to attend field trips, etc.


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CHAPTER NINE CADET PROMOTIONS/DEMOTIONS

Promotion provides constant challenge and motivation to members of the active duty Air Force and to members of the AFJROTC. The insignia of particular cadet ranks reflects visible evidence of progression and standing among fellow cadets. It should be noted that promotion is recognition of growing maturity, ability to accept additional responsibility, and potential for increased leadership.

Promotions in CA-20051 are based upon academic/leadership grades and demonstrated leadership qualities. Each cadet should understand how selections for various command and staff positions are made so as to encourage an equal opportunity for qualification and selection to these positions. The positions and the ranks/grades authorized for these positions are outlined in chapter 10.

The promotion system is patterned after the system used by the U.S. military and conforms to the guidance provided by AFJROTC. The following provisions apply:

A. There are two types of ranks a cadet may hold. a. Permanent rank: This rank is awarded based upon years of satisfactory

service in AFJROTC. The permanent rank authorized for AS-1 cadets is Cadet/ Airman; for AS-2 cadets, Cadet/Airman First Class; for AS-3 cadets, Cadet/Senior Airman; and for AS-4 cadets, Cadet/Staff Sergeant. These grades are assigned at the beginning of each school year. If a higher temporary rank hasn't been assigned, the insignia of the cadet's permanent rank will be worn on the uniform.

b. Temporary rank: This rank is awarded based upon the position to which a cadet has been assigned (which is based upon the cadet's past performance and future potential). Since the rank is temporary, it will not be carried over from one year to the next. Temporary ranks are only assigned when they are higher than the permanent rank of the cadet. Cadets wear the insignia of their temporary rank since it is higher than their permanent rank.

B. Cadet officer positions will generally be filled by AS-3 and AS-4 cadets, with very few exceptions. Top cadet NCO positions are normally filled by AS-2 cadets.

C. Cadets initially assigned to command and staff positions will not be awarded the highest grade authorized for those positions. This will permit promotion based upon demonstrated performance in the position.

D. Cadets will not normally hold a temporary rank higher than that authorized for their position; exceptions may be made for AS-4 cadets who are assigned to special functions or advisory positions by the SASI based on special talents or experience that can benefit the unit.

E. To give each cadet an opportunity to hold a position, the SASI may use a rotation system during the school year. Such rotation to lateral or lower positions isn't a demotion.

F. Demotion is intended to correct a serious performance deficiency and is not a form of punishment. Demotion occurs when a cadet's rank is lowered by the


SASI because of a continued failure to perform duties properly, an indifference to training, failing grades in AFJROTC or any other subject, an uncooperative attitude toward instructors or cadet supervisors, a failure to respond to counseling, or a serious breach in discipline/conduct. The nature of the infraction and number of incidents (for example: failure to wear the uniform) will be considered in the extent of the demotion. NOTE: Demotion is a learning tool and should be considered as constructive feedback. If the deficiency is corrected and a positive attitude is shown, the cadet can regain their rank/position.

General Promotion Policies of the Cadet Corps

The SASI selects the cadets who fill the Leadership Board and approves other key positions as recommended by the Corps Commander. Selections and promotion actions must be approved by the SASI and are finalized by the Mission-Support Division.

The Corps Commander and Vice Commander may serve for the entire year or be rotated after the end of the first semester at the discretion of the SASI.

Selections for leadership positions/promotions are based on the "whole person concept" with maximum consideration given to the following characteristics:

a. Academic leadership: How well is the cadet performing in school? Is he/she frequently on the academic ineligible list? Does he/she turn in assignments on time and do his/her best in school?

b. Organizational leadership: How well does the cadet perform in positions of leadership and trust? Does the cadet command respect, yet give proper consideration to subordinates? How does the cadet appear and conduct himself/ herself in and out of uniform?

c. Extracurricular activities: How much does the cadet participate in extracurricular activities? Does his/her interest in AFJROTC extend beyond the classroom (for example, participation on a drill team, color guard, flag detail, honor guard detail, fund raising, etc.)?

d. Responsibility: How well does the cadet accept job assignments and responsibility? Does the cadet volunteer for additional duties? Is the cadet always on time? Is the cadet always prepared for class? Does the cadet accept responsibility for proper wear and care of his/her uniform? Does the cadet have any outstanding obligations (owes money for candy or lost uniform items/books)?

e. Service: To what extent does the cadet unselfishly serve his/her school, community, and the Cadet Corps?

A few final words about ranks and promotions in the AFJROTC program ... Cadet rank is awarded based upon the contributions you make to this unit and the leadership potential you demonstrate as a cadet. Ranks are based upon positions and, as such, are temporary. Sometimes cadets get too "hung up" on rank and lose sight of the "big picture" and what is important.


CHAPTER TEN JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Corps Commander (CC):

a. Carries out all orders given to them by the SASI and ASI.

b. Provides command and control of the group, using the staff and

flight commanders.

c. Ensures appropriate appearance, discipline, and training of the

group.

d. Assists the instructors in conducting leadership training.

e. Establishes goals to be achieved by the group.

a. Inspects and evaluates all staff functions.

b. Convenes Corps meetings as required.

c. Administers group activities according to Air Force principles and

procedures.

Maj - Col

Vice Commander (CV):

a. Carries out all orders given by the SASI, ASI, and CC.

b. Assists the Corps Commander to the best of their ability.

c. Ensures all teams are running properly, and are doing the best

they can.

d. Convenes corps meetings as required.

e. Informs all cadets of upcoming events and making sure events go

off without problems.

Maj - Lt. Col

Executive Officer (XO):

a. Carries out all orders given by the SASI, ASI, and CC.

b. Assists the Corps Commander to the best of their ability.

c. Ensures all cadets in the Corps are doing their jobs properly .

d. In charge of club administration and monitoring cadets’ quality of

work.

1st Lt - Lt Col

First Sergeant (CMSgt)

a. Carries out all orders given by the SASI, ASI, CC, CV, and XO.

b. Convenes meetings with Flight Commanders and Sergeants.

c. Ensures the professional appearance, discipline, efficiency

training and conduct of the cadet enlisted corps.

d. Conducts periodic NCO-IC meetings to ensure NCO-IC utilization

as well as proper group commander support.

MSgt - CMSgt


Squadron Commanders (Operations, Logistics, Support):

a. Carries out all orders given by the SASI, ASI, CC, CV, and XO.

b. Manages their respective department to the best of their ability.

c. Ensures their respective division is running properly.

d. Holds meetings for their department.

e. Relays information given to them by the Leadership Board to

cadets under them.

2nd Lt - Maj

Deputy Squadron Commanders

a. Carries out any orders given by their respective Director.

b. Ensures all cadets under them are doing their jobs properly and

efficiently.

2nd Lt - Capt

Team Commanders:

a. Organizes, motivates, trains, and commands their respective

team.

b. Selects one Second-in-Command to assist them.

c. Ensures proper safety precautions during all team activities.

d. Provides exhibition teams for special events.

e. Safeguards team equipment when in use.

f. Ensures equipment is used properly and not damaged through

carelessness, abuse, or neglect.

2nd Lt - Capt

Civil Air Patrol Liaison (CAP):

a. Carries out any orders given by either the Director or Deputy

Sergeant of Mission-Support.

b. Contacts Civil Air Patrol on a regular basis.

c. Coordinates with Civil Air Patrol to help further the Corps.

SSgt - 1st Lt

Financial Manager:


Sergeant of Logistics.

b. Creates and managing a Fundraising Committee to assist them

c. Plans Fundraisers.

d. Retrieves budget reports from ASB

e. Manages Corps funds.

2nd Lt - Capt


Mission-Support Specialists:


Sergeant of Mission-Support.

b. Responsibilities include: taking notes during meetings, making

powerpoints, making invitations, making programs, running the

Corps website, running the Corps newsletter, and handing all

personnel information to either the Director or Deputy Sergeant of

Mission-Support.

Logistics Specialists:


Sergeant of Logistics.

b. Responsibilities can be shared, and no specialist is in charge

of any one particular area. Responsibilities include: taking

inventory of the logistics room, taking inventory of the logistics

bin, maintenance of Corps gear, cleaning of the classroom and

office, cleaning of the logistics room and bin, and handing all

logistics information to either the Director or Deputy Sergeant of

Logistics.

SSgt - 1st Lt

SSgt - 1st Lt


CHAPTER ELEVEN SECURITY AND MAINTENANCE OF THE AFJROTC AREA

The AFJROTC area is open to all cadets while instructors are present for duty (usually from 0715 to 1630 each school day).

1. Classroom L16 is designated for students who wish to study before and after

school. Cadets in this classroom will respect other cadets' right to study in peace and quiet. Classroom L15 may also be used for cadets to have meetings and discuss corps activities with the instructors. No horseplay, loud talking, laughing, screaming, etc. are allowed.

2. Under no circumstances will cadets enter an instructor's office unless the cadet has specific permission or the instructor is in the office. All instructor desks and files are "off limits" to cadets and the instructor offices are for school or JROTC business only. Other areas and equipment may be restricted as necessary to insure confidentiality of information or to safeguard equipment. If in doubt about what is "off limits," please ask.

3. All telephones in the JROTC offices and classrooms are school phones and as such are “off limits” to students. An instructor may allow use of the phone for official purposes relating to JROTC activities; however the cadets must request permission from the instructor first. Cadets using the class phones for personal business are subject to disciplinary action.

4. Our "open door" policy means cadets are always encouraged to visit the instructors' offices to discuss business any time the instructor is present. Most of the time the instructor will be available to see you right away, but if the instructor’s door is closed, this probably means the instructor doesn't wish to be interrupted. Wait until another time to see him/her.

5. Cadets are not allowed to be in the supply room unless an instructor has given them permission or they are authorized. At no time will the supply room be unattended and unsecured. If no one is present it must be locked! Cadets who violate this security requirement will receive disciplinary action, which may include demerits.

6. We all have the responsibility to be good stewards and take care of our facility and equipment. Any cadet who abuses the facility or equipment (such as writing on walls, desks, sticking gum under the tables or desks, defacing any equipment, etc.) will be referred to the vice-principal's office and required to compensate the school for losses along with AFJROTC disciplinary action.


CHAPTER TWELVE AWARDS AND DECORATIONS

A number of distinctive awards are authorized for AFJROTC cadets to recognize outstanding performance in academics, leadership, service activities, physical fitness, or for a specific display of valor or humanitarian service. Medals, ribbons, engraved plaques, and/or certificates are awarded in the following categories:

A. National Awards: SASIs, in counsel with the ASIs, will nominate cadets for national awards in accordance with criteria established in AFROTC Instruction 36-2001. These awards are sponsored by several patriotic and service organizations including the Air Force Association (AFA), Daedalians Foundation, American Legion, Reserve Officers Association, Military Officer’s Association of America (MOAA), Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), American Veterans (AMVETS), National Sojourners, Military Order of the World Wars, and others. There are specific eligibility criteria outlined in AFROTCI 36-2001, but generally these awards are presented to cadets who have achieved high academic standards and consistently display the most positive attitudes and leadership qualities.

B. AFJROTC Awards: These awards are also authorized by AFROTC Instruction 36-2001 and are presented to cadets selected by the SASI in counsel with the ASIs. Individual awards which are recognized by a ribbon for the uniform include, but are not limited to, the Outstanding Cadet Award (for each AS year), the Leadership Award, the Superior Performance Award, the Outstanding Achievement Award, and others. In addition, ribbons are awarded for active participation on performance teams, color guards, saber guards, and orienteering teams. Also, ribbons are awarded for successful completion of each year of AFJROTC (Longevity Ribbon) and for successful completion of the AFJROTC Summer School. Uniform badges are awarded for completion of flying training (Flight Solo Badge and Flight Certificate Badge), membership in the Kitty Hawk Air Society, and for participation in the unit's model rocketry program. Group awards which are recognized by ribbons include the Outstanding Flight Award (Honor Flight) for each semester, and Air Force JROTC Unit Awards.

Most awards are presented toward the end of the school year at the annual awards ceremony in the school auditorium. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend. Appropriate ceremonies are held at other times during the school year during which other awards are presented.

Cadets are authorized to wear ribbons earned in other JROTC programs as well as some of the Civil Air Patrol ribbons. Keep them clean and wear them proudly!

A full list of ribbons and awards, and the order in which to wear them, can be found in the next chapter.


CHAPTER THIRTEEN REQUIREMENTS FOR AWARDS

HUMANITARIAN AWARDS

Gold Valor Award (All Cadets)

Voluntary act of bravery and self sacrifice involving conspicuous risk of life beyond the call of duty.

Silver Valor Award (All Cadets)

Voluntary act of heroism that does not involve risk of life.

Cadet Humanitarian Award (All Cadets)

Humanitarian act above and beyond the call of duty. Not to be used to recognize community service.

NATIONAL LEVEL AWARDS

Air Force Association Award (AS-III)

● Excel in position of responsibility. ● Exhibit positive attitude; exemplary

personal appearance, personal attributes, and courtesy; and show growth potential.

● Be an outstanding cadet and in upper 5% of AS-III.

● Be in upper 10% of high school class.

Daedalian Award (All Cadets)

● Be patriotic and want to serve our country. Show leadership potential and a desire to serve in the military.

● Be in the upper 10% of AS-III. ● Be in upper 20% of high school

class.

American Legion Scholastic Award (AS-III or IV)


● Be in upper 25% of AS-III or IV. ● Demonstrate leadership qualities

and participate in student activities.

American Legion General Military Excellence Award (AS-III or IV)

● Be in the upper 25% AS-III or IV. ● Demonstrate outstanding

leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.


Daughters of the American Revolution Award (AS-IV)

● Be in the upper 25% AS-IV and high school class.

● Be dependable with good character, disciplined, a strong leader, and committed to the patriotic understanding of the importance of AFJROTC training.

American Veterans Award (AS-I, II, III, or IV)

● Possess positive attitude, outstanding personal appearance and personal character, and officer potential.

● Grade of "A" in AFJROTC and academics in good standing in all classes at time of selection and presentation.

Reserve Officers Association Award (AS-IV)

● Have a positive attitude, outstanding personal appearance, character, courtesy, growth potential, and strong ethics.

● Upper 10% of AS-IV.

Military Order of World Wars Award (AS-I, II, III)

● Excel in all academics and military training.

● Actively participate in AFJROTC extracurricular activities.

● Want to continue in AFJROTC.

Retired Officers Association Award (AS- III/Junior)

● Be a Junior academically in good standing.

● Exhibit high morals and loyalty to the unit, school and country.

● Demonstrate exceptional military leadership potential.

Veterans of Foreign Wars Award (AS-III or IV)

● Show positive attitude towards AFJROTC. Have outstanding military bearing and conduct.

● Have strong positive character. ● Be patriotic with leadership

potential. ● Have "B" in AFJROTC and "C" in

all other classes. ● Be active in student activities. ● Not have previously received this

award.


National Sojourners Award (AS-II or III)


● Encourage and demonstrate ideals of Americanism.

● Demonstrate potential for outstanding leadership.

● Not have already received this award.

Sons of the American Revolution Award (AS- III)

● Show high degree of leadership potential, military bearing and excellence in AFJROTC.

● Top 10% of AS-III. ● Top 25% of high school class. ● Not previously received.

Scottish Rite, Southern Jurisdiction (AS-III)

● High degree of leadership, military bearing, self discipline, good character and all around excellence.

● Top 25% of high school class. ● Not previously received.

Military Order of the Purple Heart Award (AS-III or IV)

● Show positive attitude towards country and AFJROTC.

● Outstanding performer in corps leadership position.

● Be active in the school and community affairs.

● Have at least a "B" average in all subjects. Not previously received.

Air Force Sergeants Association (AS-III or IV)

● Be in top 25% of AS-III or IV. ● Show outstanding military

leadership, discipline, character, and citizenship.

● Not previously received.

Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War Award (AS I, I, II, or IV)

This award recognizes one deserving cadet annually (may be first, second, third, or fourth year cadet). The recipient must display a high degree of patriotism and have demonstrated a high degree of academic excellence and leadership ability.


Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated Award (AS-I, II, III) 2 cadets

● Attain a grade of "B" or better in AFJROTC.

● Be in academic good standing. ● Actively participate in cadet corps

activities. ● Participate in at least 50% of all

community service projects.

AFJROTC AWARDS

Outstanding Cadet Award (One Cadet each AS-I, II, III, IV)

● Show high morals and outstanding military potential.

● Demonstrate positive personal character.

● Attain academic and military excellence.

● Awarded once per school year.

Leadership Award (5% of Cadets)

Assigned to and excel in a leadership position. Exhibit outstanding performance. Awarded once per school year.

Achievement Award (5% of Cadets)

Accomplish significant documented achievement (community/school service, ROTC scholarship, Academy appointment, contest winner, athletic achievement, Valedictorian/Salutatorian, etc.), first place in AFJROTC fundraising. Awarded once per school year.

Superior Performance Award (10% of Cadets)

Render outstanding achievement or meritorious service in behalf of AFJROTC for a single or sustained act of a superior nature (Yearbook editor, top three cadets in PT tests, second and third place cadets in AFJROTC fundraising, outstanding performer in community sanctioned activity). Awarded once per school year

Distinguished Unit Award

The Distinguished Unit Award indicates unit ranked in the top 20% of the AFJROTC units worldwide.

Aerospace & Technology Honors Camp Ribbon

Successful attendance of Aerospace & Technology Honors Camp.


Top Performer Award (2% of Cadets)

● Leadership and job performance in primary duty.

● Leadership qualities: involvement and positions held in extracurricular activities.

● Academic performance: nominee must be in good academic standing in all high school coursework.

● Significant self improvement. ● Community involvement. ● Other accomplishments.

Academic Award (All Cadets)

Achieve overall "3.0" grade point average with "A" in AFJROTC for the semester enrolled. May be earned each semester by active cadets.

Outstanding Flight Award (All Cadets)

Member in good standing of the outstanding flight during the semester and a grade of "C" (77%) or above.

Leadership School Award (All Cadets)

Leadership Schools (COLS) graduate. Awarded only once. Add "H" device for completion of Air Force Honors Camp. Add Silver Star for outstanding performance at COLS, limited to 10% of COLS class.

Drill Competition Award (All Cadets)

Place in Air Force or Joint drill meet.


Orienteering Competition Ribbon

Awarded to team members for "placing" in an orienteering meet.

Cocurricular Activities Leadership Award (All Cadets)

Demonstrate exceptional leadership as project officer for AFJROTC curricular activity (cadet ball, newspaper editor, drill team commander, color guard team, orientation program coordinator, etc.). Awarded once per school year.

Drill Team Ribbon (All Cadets)

Participate in at least 75% of all scheduled drill team practices and events in a semester.

Color Guard Ribbon (All Cadets)

Participate in at least five scheduled color guard events.

Sabre Team Ribbon Awarded for distinguished participation in at least 75% of all scheduled sabre team practices.


[Community] Service (All Cadets)

Distinctive performance in a minimum of 15 hours for school, community, or AFJROTC service projects each school year. Includes AFJROTC fund raising and parades. Awarded once per school year.

Physical Fitness Ribbon (All Cadets)

Successfully pass the physical fitness test or complete a season in a WCHS sports program (including cheerleading). Awarded once per school year.

Recruiting Ribbon (All Cadets)

Enroll at least two quality cadets. Recruit two additional cadets to earn a cluster. Awarded once per school year.

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Activities Ribbon (All Cadets)

Participate in two formally scheduled cocurricular activities such as model rocketry, parades, field trips, etc. to receive award once each school year. Participate in four additional activities to receive additional cluster.

Attendance Ribbon (All Cadets)

No more than four absences in a semester while actively enrolled in AFJROTC.


Good Conduct Ribbon (All Cadets)

No adverse discipline reports or suspensions

Dress and Appearance Ribbon (All Cadets)

Wear uniform on all designated uniform days, conform with all AFJROTC dress and appearance standards, and 80% uniform grade average for the semester.

Longevity Ribbon (All Cadets)

Successfully complete one year of AFJROTC instruction.

CAP AWARDS

General Carl Spaatz Award

May be awarded to cadets who "successfully complete all phases of the CAP cadet program and the General Carl A. Spaatz Award examination"

General Ira C. Eaker Award

Denotes successful completion of all sixteen achievements and four phases of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program. CAP's newest award recognizes cadet completion of the academic, leadership, moral leadership and physical fitness curriculum in existence since 1964.


Amelia Earhart Award Earned after completing the first eleven achievements of the cadet program and receipt of the General Billy Mitchell Award. In addition, the cadet must pass an arduous 100 question examination testing aerospace topics, leadership theory and staff topics.

General Billy Mitchell Award

Cadets must pass a series of leadership, aerospace and physical fitness tests and attend moral leadership training for each achievement from Cadet Airman Basic through Cadet Chief Master Sergeant. In addition, cadets must attend a military-style encampment before this award is made. 15% of Civil Air Patrol cadets achieve the Mitchell Award.

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General J. F. Furry Achievement Award

Successful completion of Achievement 1 of CAP cadet program.

Appendix A-1

Appendix A-2

Appendix A-3

* Enlisted Ranks will have no hat insignia on the flight cap

Appendix A-4

* Enlisted Ranks will have no hat insignia on the flight cap

Appendix A-5

Note 3

Note 2

Note 4

Note 1

1. Unit patch worn on right pocket and centered.

2. Tapes grounded and centered on pockets.

3. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) is worn on both left and right collars, centered on collar and parallel

with bottom of collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia.

4 AFJROTC patch worn on left pocket and centered

Appendix A-6

Note 1

Note 4

Note 5

Note 2

Note 6

Note 3

Note 7

LIGHTWEIGHT BLUE JACKET

COLLAR INSIGNIA

Outer edge

Note 8 Outer edge

Inner edge Inner edge

1. (Officers only) When placing rank on epaulet instead of collar, use standard size metal rank, center on epaulet 5/8 in from

shoulder seam.

2. Shoulder tabs are centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1” below shoulder seam.

3. Unit patch on right sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.

4. Grade insignia (officer and enlisted) is worn on both left and right collar. Airman Basic have no collar insignia.

5. Optional item: center vertically between the shoulder seam and where the underarm side seam joins the armhole sleeve

and center horizontally between the center zipper and the sleeve armhole seam.

6. AFJROTC patch on left sleeve ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.

7. Jacket will be closed to at least the halfway point.

8. Center insignia horizontally on collar. Place 1 inch from bottom of collar and parallel to the outer edge of the collar.

Appendix A-7

Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the

coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the

rank insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.

Note 5

Note 4

Note 3

Note 2

Note 7

Note 6

Note 8

Note 9

Note 10

Note 11

Note 12

Note 13

Note 14

Note 1

1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) badge: Center on welt pocket 3 inches below the top.

2. Name tag: Center between arm seam and lapel with bottom edge parallel to top of welt pocket

3. Kitty Hawk Badge: see note 15.

4. Unit patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam and centered.

5. Shoulder tabs: Center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.

6. Aerospace Education Foundation (AEF) Badge: see note 15.

7. Distinguished Cadet Badge: see note 15.

8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.

Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the

lapels by Airmen Basics.)

9. AFJROTC Patch: Placed ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam, and centered.

10. Flight Solo or Flight Certificate Badge: see note 15.

11. Ground School Badge: see note 15.

12. Ribbons: Center, on but not over edge of pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.

13. Academy of Model Aeronautic Wings: worn 1 inch below pocket.

14. Model Rocketry Badge: worn 2 inches below AMA Wings or 3 inches below pocket if no AMA Wings are worn.

15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges placed

½ inch above previous badge.

Note: Cadets may wear the rank on both coat and shirt at the same time or only on the

coat. The cadets must be in proper uniform at all times. If they have the coat on, the rank

insignia must be on the coat. If they remove the coat, the rank must be on the shirt.

Note 8

Note 6 Note 7

Note 5

Note 9

Note 10

Note 4

Note 3

Note 11

Note 2

Note 1

Note 12

Note 13

Note 14

1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or lower

than the first exposed button.

2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 15.

3. Unit patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.

4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder seam.




8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both lapels. Place insignia halfway up the seam, resting on but not over it.

Bottom of insignia is horizontal with the ground. *(The lapel insignia (eagles non-chrome) will no longer be worn on the

lapels by Airmen Basics.)



11. AFJROTC Patch: center ½ to 1 inch below shoulder seam.

12. Academy of Model Aeronautic (AMA) Wings: see note 15.

13. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 15.

14. Ribbons: center ribbons resting on but not over edge of welt pocket. Wear 3 or 4 in a row. Wear all or some.

15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered horizontally.

Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Appendix A-8

Appendix A-9

Note 5

Note 4

Note 3

Note 6 Note 7

Note 8

Note 9

Note 10

Note 11

Note 12

Note 2

Note 13

Note 14

Note 1

1. Awareness Presentation Team (APT) and Model Rocketry Badge are centered on the pockets on the

appropriate sides as displayed above.

2. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be grounded and centered over wearer’s right pocket.


4. Shoulder tab: center between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then place 1 inch below shoulder

seam.




8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to

bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank

aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.

9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as

close as possible to shoulder seam.





14. Ribbons: ground and center on pocket.

15. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons and is centered horizontally. Additional badges

placed ½ inch above previous badge.

Appendix A-10

Note 7

Note 8

Note 5 Note 6

Note 9

Note 4

Note 3

Note 10

Note 11

Note 12

Note 2

Note 1

Note 13

Note 14

Note 15

1. Name tag: authorized for wear and is to be centered on right side, even with to 1 1/2 inches higher or

lower than the first exposed button.

2. Awareness Presentation Team Badge: see note 16.


4. Shoulder tab: centered between unit patch and shoulder seam. If no patch, then 1 inch below shoulder

seam.




8. Grade insignia (officer or enlisted) worn on both left and right collar, centered side to side and top to

bottom. Enlisted rank’s bottom point of torch points toward the point of the collar. Officer top point of rank

aligned with point of collar. Airman Basic have no insignia of any kind on the collar.

9. (Officers only) When using officer cloth rank on epaulets versus miniature metal rank on collar, place as

close as possible to shoulder seam.





14. Model Rocketry Badge: see note 16.

15. Ribbons: Center, parallel with ground. Align with bottom of name tag. Or, if no name tag, align bottom of

ribbons even with to 1 ½ inches higher or lower than the first exposed button.

16. First badge placed ½ inch above name tag or ribbons (whichever is appropriate) and is centered

horizontally. Additional badges placed ½ inch above previous badge.

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