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U.S. AIR FORCE

AUXILIARY

Civil Air Patrol

Leadership Lab I:

Become An

Airman

SER-GA-045 Sandy Springs Cadet Squadron – 2016 Rev.


Basic Training Cycle

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Graduation

and Award

of the

Snoopy

Patch!

Move to A

Flt!

Pass these tests:

Pass the online

open book LL1

test!

Pass the LL1

drill test!

Pass the Cadet

Physical

Fitness Test!

Pass Online

Open Book

GES Test!

Promote

To

Cadet

Airman!Memorize and

recite the Cadet

Oath!

LL 1 Module

AE1 Module

ES1 - Activities Module

Indoctrination Module

Pass ES

module quizzes

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Learning Objectives

CAP Memory Items

Be a Wingman

The Warrior Spirit

Discipline and Attitude

Core Values

Cadet Oath

Need for Leadership Training

Customs and Courtesies

Drill and Ceremonies

The Uniform

TAKE NOTES –

yellow highlighted

items are test items


Be A Wingman

Fighter Wingman Concept Mutual support is a

key part of aerial

combat and has

been since the

beginning of

combat aviation.

When two pilots

enter a fight with a

common goal,

sharing the same

approach, the

enemy must work

exponentially harder

to defeat them.

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“The wingman is absolutely indispensable. I

look after the wingman. The wingman looks

after me. It’s another set of eyes protecting you.

That’s the defensive part. Offensively, it gives

you a lot more firepower. We work together. We

fight together. The wingman knows what his

responsibilities are, and knows what mine are.

Wars are not won by individuals. They’re won by

teams.”

— Lt. Col. Francis S. “Gabby” Gabreski, USAF

(Fighter Ace, 34.5 kills, WW2 and

Korea)


Protect Your Wingman!

Watch out for each other: Physically

Eating well, drinking water, sleeping well, showering

daily, getting injuries treated.

Mentally

Staying optimistic, overcoming momentary setbacks,

coping with homesickness, staying focused.

Socially

Making friends, being included in the group, giving and

accepting compliments, not picking on others, not

being picked on.

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Protect Your Wingman!

Ask for Support, Offer Support: Go to an officer ASAP if you

see someone:

Giving a lot of special attention

to certain cadets

Asking to see a cadet outside of

CAP activities

Being sneaky or asking a cadet

to keep secrets

Trying to be alone with a cadet

for no good reason

Talking about stuff that is way

too personal and creepy

Sending a lot of private texts or

messages to a cadet

Pressuring a cadet to lie to

someone

Making a cadet disobey normal

CAP rules and regulations

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“Cooperate…

… to graduate!”


The Warrior Spirit

Warrior Ethos: The tenacity to push

through, self-

discipline, self-

control, hardiness of

spirit despite physical

and mental hardships,

moral, and physical

courage.

Elements: Hardiness of Spirit

Moral & Physical

Courage

Resiliency

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COL Robin Olds, USAF Ace

USAF Airman Challenge,

Lajes Field

SSGT Mark Johnson, USAF,

Invictus Games Champ


On Self Discipline

Recognize your limitations and strengths.

Commit yourself to living up to your word. Your word is your most precious asset. Only you can ruin its value.

Don’t promise what you cannot deliver (over commitment). If you can’t

make an activity or do a task, say so. Don’t say yes and not do it

because you have higher competing priorities at home or school.

Set achievable standards. Standards of: behavior, uniform/grooming, attendance, studying, etc.

FORCE yourself to live up to them.

Use all possible tools – calendars, notebooks, call downs, etc.

Ask for feedback and advice.

Self-discipline is a process. You must work on it continuously!

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Evaluation Item


For a unit to operate effectively, discipline is required. The discipline of a unit is dependent on: The quality of its leaders

The self-discipline of its members

Understanding & acceptance of its goals

A unit is only as disciplined as the least disciplined member So, the unit must self-discipline itself and go through the same process

as an individual.

A well-disciplined unit has well defined goals. Leaders set and update goals to meet the needs of the unit.

Goals must be:

1. Specific and clear to all members

2. Measurable

3. Attainable

4. Have a realistic and definite time limit

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On Unit Discipline


4 CAP Core Values

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Integrity First We are in the USAF uniform. People are watching us, not to see us fail,

but to see us live up to their expectations of us.

Volunteer Service Duty to the nation/unit/family/beliefs, respect for others, self discipline

and self control in order to serve a higher good.

Excellence in All We Do

Respect See Ch.1 “Learn to Lead”, p. 10.

“The power of excellence is overwhelming. It is always

in demand and nobody cares about its color”

- General Daniel S. “Chappie” James, North

American Aerospace Defense Command, 1975-

1977.

Evaluation Items


Honor Code

Honesty Defined as fairness & straightforwardness of conduct, a refusal to lie,

steal or deceive in any way.

US Air Force Academy honor code “We will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who

does." – enforced via cadet to cadet peer encouragement, support.

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Leaders with integrity Will always be honest with

subordinates by admitting

mistakes and failures.

Leaders with honor Will never overlook dishonesty in

subordinates, nor fail to correct it.


The Cadet Oath

“I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program, A pledge is a promise on your personal honor

and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, You will take part in BOTH meetings and weekend activities

obey my officers, You will follow legal orders willingly even if you disagree

wear my uniform properly, You promise to honor those who are or have served and died wearing it

and advance my education and training rapidly You promise to work hard to promote, not to sit and stagnate

to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation.” You promise to put your time, talents, and efforts into service to be MORE

than self – to grow into a more mature person who serves others

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Evaluation Items


Need for Leadership Training

First, Learn to Lead Yourself. Develop your natural

talent, through

training and hands

on experience.

Take charge of your

life, one step at a

time.

Then, Lead Others. America Needs

You!

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Phase IV

Strategic

Leading

Phase III

Indirect Leadership

Phase II

Small Team

Leadership

Phase I

Personal

Leadership

In A Flight, you’ll

study how to lead a

team directly

(NCO, or Sergeant

Training).

You are HERE,

Learning to

follow as an

Airman at the

beginning.

You will learn

indirect leadership

and Command as

a Cadet Officer.


The Chain of Command

Unity of command principle Time-tested over thousands of years.

Normally, you only report to one person.

He is responsible to you (down the chain) as

well as his command (up the chain).

Span of Control: no more than 7 (ideally 5)

report to him.

Solve problems at the lowest level possible.

Everyone has a clear picture of where they are

in the organization and how it works.

“Break” the chain to go higher only in case of

safety, operational, or ethical issues.

See Ch.1 “Learn to Lead”, p. 26.

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Board of Governors

National Commander

South East Region

Commander

Group 1

(north Georgia)

Commander

Georgia Wing

Commander

SSCS Commander

SSCS Cadet Commander

Evaluation Item

SSCS Flight Commander

YouC

ad

ets

Sen

iors

“For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers

under me. I tell this one, 'Go,' and he goes; and that one,

'Come,' and he comes.” – Roman Centurion, Book of Luke


The point: use drill as a lab to learn self-control and followership and, later, how to give commands.

Your Lead Lab 1 Drill Test:From Drill & Ceremonies, chapter 3

Flight, ATTENTION

Parade REST; AT EASE & REST

Left (Right), FACE

About, FACE

Hand, SALUTE

Present, ARMS & Order, ARMS

Eyes, RIGHT & Ready, FRONT (at the halt)

From Drill & Ceremonies, chapter 4

FALL IN

FALL OUT

Dress Right, DRESS & Ready, FRONT

Report to an officer.

Drill and Ceremonies

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Evaluation Items

Your ONLY Approved Drill Manual:

AFMAN 36-2203 D&C 20NOV13

Can be found on (click link): GA045

Web Site, Cadet Training page.

http://www.ga045.org/


Practice Reporting to an Officer. Knock twice, and wait for permission to enter.

Halt 2 paces from them or their desk.

Salute and say, “Sir, Cadet (Last Name) reporting as ordered.”

Wait for the officer to return your salute.

Remain at attention, unless instructed otherwise.

When the meeting is over, the officer will say, “Dismissed.”

Come to attention (if not already), and take one step backward.

Salute and wait for the officer to return the salute.

Perform an about face, and exit the area.

Reporting

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Evaluation Item

SSCS STANDARD:

See Learn to Lead Ch.1 P. 19


Come to attention when speaking with an officer.

Call the room to attention if an officer enters Unless a class is in session or

Unless a higher ranking officer is already there.

Know how to report and speak to an officer:

Address him/her properly: SIR or MA’AM.

Permission to speak/enter, Sir?

Yes/No/No Excuse, Sir.

Cadet __, reporting as ordered, Sir.

Customs and Courtesies:

Conversation

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Evaluation Item


History of the CAP Uniform

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A uniform promotes unit identity. Uniform – “one form” – shared identity by all members.

Based initially on the Army uniform during WW2, adapted continuously

from the changing USAF uniform since then.

Your uniform is to be worn ONLY on official CAP activities. It is not a costume. It is the U.S. Air Force uniform, with differences.

Do not wear it lightly. Do not wear it for “play acting”, in political activity

or any place which would reflect poorly on the USAF.

You WILL wear the entire uniform or not at all; don’t wear “parts” of it.

You will wear the uniform of the United States Air Force – show them honor by wearing it correctly! CAP wears minor variations (i.e. differences in insignia).

CAP Regulation 39-1 sets requirements for uniforms and is accessed

from your eServices home page on the “CAP Pubs and Forms” link.

Evaluation Item


Battle Dress Uniform (BDU)

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“Woodland” camouflage pattern only.

Black t-shirt w/no design showing.

Measure out patch placement.

All buttons buttoned, all loose strings (“cables”) removed.

Press your uniform well (tip: take to cleaners, request extra heavy starch, then touch up press w/iron).

On patrol cap, mo “Ranger crush” authorized. Cats eyes (qualified GTM3s only) will be as shown :


Battle Dress Uniform (BDU)

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Flush with edge

of pocket

SSCS “Snoopy” patch worn only when

earned. Sew it centered on right pocket.

Flush with edge

of pocket

1” from and perp. to edgeGeorgia

Wing patch

sewn on.Black T shirt only

Roll sleeves in summer

(4 finger width roll)


Footwear

Field boot care: See Field Skills I module.

Garrison boot care: Remove and inspect laces.

Clean boots thoroughly Use a stiff brush or, if very dirty, use saddle soap & hot water.

Let boots dry 24hrs before polishing.

Polish with Kiwi black polish (do not use parade

gloss or instant shine products) and a very soft

cotton rag with a small amount of water.

Wet rag with water, add a small amount of polish,

and apply to boot using small circles.

Allow to dry, buffing back and forth to a shine.

Repeat polish/buffing until mirror shine.

Re-lace the boots – with no “bridges” at the toe.

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SSCS Standard

“A heel shine is a real

shine –just a toe shine is

no shine”! – Shine the

whole boot, not just the

toes.

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Blues Uniform

USAF sends cadets a $100 voucher towards blues uniforms through Vanguard, upon promotion to C/AMN. Try to use SSCS issue items to maximize the voucher towards insignia, cap, shoes, etc.

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Enlisted

Class Bs

Summer blues may be worn with or

without a tie. In SSCS, we traditionally

do not wear the tie with summer blues

Officers wear their rank on epaulettes,

Enlisted cadets on their collars.

Shirt fronts and rears shall be

smoothed to the sides (“military tuck”).

Tie tip shall be within 1” of top of belt.

Top edge of buckle, shirt seam and

trouser fly shall be in line - “gig line”.Officer Class B’s

(no coat)


Blues (cont’d)

Center hat device 1.5” from edge.

BLUES: Dry clean only, e.g. coat, shirt/blouse, trousers, cover, and tie. Dress shirts may be machine washed but professional pressing is desired.

BDUs: Machine wash/starch. Can be professionally pressed, but ensure proper placement of creases.

ALL: Clean & pressed at all times with sharp creases on sleeves & trousers. Store on hangers when not in use.

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Class As


Grooming Standards

Haircut: Males Tapered, must not touch ears or collar.

No sideburns or moustaches.

Close shave required.

Conservative in style – no braids or

dyes.

Haircut: Females Neatly arranged, conservative in style,

must allow covers to be worn squarely

and with stability.

No dyes, barrettes, ribbons or

ornaments (black or subdued

pins/combs ok to retain hair).

Hair in back may touch, but not fall

below the collar.

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SSCS Standard

Evaluation Items


Cadet Enlisted Grades

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Evaluation Items

Memorize these insignia (see Ch.1 Learn to Lead).


Cadets - Officer Grades


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Evaluation Items

Cadet

Company Grade

Officers

Cadet Second Lieutenant

Cadet First Lieutenant

Cadet Captain

Cadet Major

Cadet Lt Colonel

Cadet Colonel

Cadet

Field Grade

Officers


Senior Members - Officer Grades

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Evaluation Items



Uniforms - Sources

SSCS supply issue. Unit property/must turn in if you quit.

Vanguard. $100 voucher on finishing your 1st promotion: http://www.vanguardmil.com/

Military Surplus Stores (ask if they have a CAP discount):

Examples:

Army/Navy Discount Center, 770 - 426 - 7702

1214 Hayes Industrial Dr. Marietta, GA 30062

Hodges Army/Navy, 770 - 427-9331

507 Cobb Parkway South Marietta, GA 30060

Don’t buy knock offs – genuine uniforms only (i.e. don’t buy “kiddie camo” and cheap gear).

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http://www.vanguardmil.com/

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