In return, the air force offers unique challenges, career growth, and educational opportunities. Oct 20, 2010 recently, i have become concerned that this core value is not being practiced. The core values integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do tell us the price of admission in to the air force, according to air force core values, jan. Book, the united states air force core values booklet. Our air force core values serve as our compass and provide the forti. He talks about core values the ideals that all airmen are supposed to live. As a member of this great air force team, we need to occasionally remind ourselves of some of our basic tenants. This is my technical order for providing superior service each and every day. The air forces core values are the values that guide all other aspects of military service. I believe that the core values i have covered here are one of the most honest and valuable values in any organization or company around. Things to memorize before bmt afbmt us air force bmt.
However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. The air force values provide the expectations and standards that all air force people are expected to display every day. Integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Core values help those who join us to understand right from the outset. A professionals perspective involves an understanding of the air force core values with its defining virtues, and through decisions and actions, living them on and off duty. Little blue book sets the standard dyess air force base. On my desk is a simple reminder of what it is that we, as members of this united states air force, are about. What is the us air force doctrine annex 11, force development. A quick thought about the core value of service before self might make an airman think that the air force expects airmen to make the air force more important than themselves. Taking the air force core values to a professional level. Af elearning resources are selfpaced and provided without cost to all air force members and civilian employees to enhance their skills. The core values booklet explains the ethical and moral obligations of af employees, provides the foundation for professional character, and guides airmens personal and professional conduct.
The preparatory school is a military unit and you are required to adhere to all air force standards. Among his observations, he notes inconsistencies between their presentation in the united states air force core values booklet of 1997 and their treatment in air force doctrine document 11, leadership and force development. Sometimes it is helpful to look at past leaders and how they have applied these tenants to help us refocus and serve our country as we should. Afpn on my desk is a simple reminder of what it is that we, as members of this united states air force, are about. It also brings a sense of pride to every citizen living in this prosperous country. A profession of arms represents the next evolution of. Core values search on the profession of arms center of excellence website. The air force is bringing back its little blue book. How to get in, how to prepare, how to survive sue ross on. Why does the us air force not have the same core values. The curriculum handbook documents the curriculum of the united states air force academy, as approved by the academy board. Kirtland air force base new mexico us af special investigations.
Chb 20192020 draft united states air force academy. Service before self air force space command display. Air force core values for the past several months the secretary and i have emphasized core values as the cornerstone of who we are and what we do. Cap is the official auxiliary of the united states air force and a 501 c3 nonprofit organization. Air force to bring back little blue book as standard issue. Summarize the impact of air force core values on personal and professional growth. If you or your child are thinking about applying to the air force academy, you cant afford to overlook this book. Offutt air force base challenge coin nebraska air combat command core values us. Book was published to introduce the air force core. It is the cornerstone for all that is moral and just in our society. The new book gives airmen instant access to the core values, codes and creeds that guide airmen as they serve in the profession of arms.
Little blue book sets the standard air force public. Exemplify air force core values reference doctrine volume ii. From day one of bmt, each trainee is taught to learn, understand and live by the three core value s, integrity first, service before self and excellence in all that we do. As a loved one of a usaf member, it is good to learn these yourself so you will understand why there are some changes in your airman. The booklet says, service before self tells us that professional duties take precedence over personal desires. It should be required reading at the united states air force academy. We abide by a code of conduct that captures our resolve, while our airmans creed highlights the strength of our diverse airmen who. The original little blue book, air force core values, has never been assigned an official publication number and differs from air force instruction 11, air force standards, which is a small printed book with a blue cover. Csaf airman to airman the little blue book youtube. Cnn reported that in a lesson designed to teach the air forces core values to rotc cadets, christian beliefs such as the ten. Oaths require that we swear to support the constitution of the united states. We are supposed to put the air forces needs above our own. Apr 04, 2014 on todays edition of around the air force staff sergeant alina richard tells us about a video discussing air force core values, secretary of defenses visit to hawaii and about a swim meet for.
The original 1997 united states air force core values handbook aka the little blue book was published to introduce the air force core values to the air force. Book was published to introduce the air force core values to the air force. Us air force base patch, phan rang ab, gone but not. We hope you will take a few minutes out of your busy day to learn more about doing what is right, honoring shared values, and activating your greatness. Air force is the worlds preeminent force in air, space and cyberspace. Recently, i have become concerned that this core value is not being practiced. From day one these values are memorized and internalized to serve as the foundation and unifying element of a cadets commitment to themselves, their comrades and their country. In basic training, youll be required to memorize the air force corps values, and be required to state those values, anytime the t. Armed forces on 18 september 1947 with the passing of the national security act of 1947. It is a small pamphlet titled, united states air force core values, 1 january 1997.
Chief of air force reserve hq usafre and the director of the air. The air force core values are integrity first, service before self, and excellence in. The new pamphlet updates the original little blue book and is now owned by the profession of arms center of excellence. The author performs a close reading and critique of the air forces core values. Many of these principles are related to the air force core values. A small pamphlet titled, united states air force core values, 1 january 1997. Little blue book sets the standard air force public affairs. This handbook contains information relating to the academic year 20192020. Theairforcerequiresahighlevelofprofessionalskill,a24houra daycommitment,andawillingnesstomakepersonalsacrifices. We will excel as stewards of all air force resources in service to the american people, while providing precise and reliable global vigilance, reach, and power for the nation.
Information booklet current as of 4 feb 20 table of contents air force nursing. The next evolution of the little blue book moves beyond the core values to provide airmen with instant access to the core values, codes and oaths that guide airmen in their service in the profession of arms. Integrity is the very fiber of all core values, without it all other core values cannot prevail. However, the pilot population is a small percentage of the air. The original 1997 united states air force core values handbook aka the little blue. Air force core values all of the services have core values standards that their members are expected to live by. It is important to understand the values that guide an organization and its members. They are the next generation of americas military leaders. Jun 28, 20 its a good place to pick up the interview i did last week with the air force chief of staff, gen. You will be required to memorize them and live by them while in bmt and throughout your air force career. Jun 07, 20 a quick thought about the core value of service before self might make an airman think that the air force expects airmen to make the air force more important than themselves. I believe that the core values i have covered here are one of the most honest and valuable values in any organization or. When i became aware of air force core values, i was skeptical.
The next evolution of the little blue book moves beyond the core values to provide airmen with instant access to the core values, codes and oaths that guide. In return, the air force offers unique challenges, career growth, and. A profession of arms, the next evolution of the little blue book previously released in 1997. Cap supports americas communities with emergencydisaster response, aviation and ground team services. The core values of the air force has given a good reputation to the airmen serving our country. The booklet goes on to say we must place the needs of others above our own personal comfort, that we must exhibit discipline and. Aug 27, 2015 the original little blue book, air force core values, has never been assigned an official publication number and differs from air force instruction 11, air force standards, which is a small printed book with a blue cover. Little blue book air force district of washington display. I recommend this book to all former and active duty people. I expect everyone to demonstrate the air force values at all times at home, at work, and when deployed. Things to memorize before bmt afbmt us air force bmt tips. Upon entering the air force, airmen are taught right from the start the entry fee. Remember, integrity first, service before self, excellence in all we do.
Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. The pocket copy of air force standards will be standard issue for new airmen. Learn about great opportunities for enlisted airmen, officers and health care professionals. Initially formed as a part of the united states army on 1 august 1907, the usaf was established as a separate branch of the u. The united states air force core values booklet, january 1997, speaks of a strategy for infusing the core values into air force culturea strategy involving training and education, leadership in the operational air force, discussions among airmen at various levels, and so forth. Weve spread this word throughout the force among officers, enlisted, and civilians. Afi 11, air force standards, updates the little blue book to encapsulate this information. Air force core values around the air force youtube. Secaf, csaf, cmsaf present new little blue book joint. The creation of the air force core values booklet the little blue book. Integrity first service before self excellence in all we do. The curriculum handbook contains general information concerning graduation requirements, academic registration procedures, course offerings, academic programs and majors, and academic probation.
Now we need to bring this together into a coherent, corporate air force strategy. Through shared values, key capabilities and upholding our airmans creed, we continue to achieve our mission and aim high in all we do. At its most basic level, i agree with that thought. Through shared values, key capabilities and upholding our airmans creed. One of the best books i have read this year is core values by lt. The united states air force usaf is the aerial warfare service branch of the united states armed forces. Its a good place to pick up the interview i did last week with the air force chief of staff, gen. While this works great as a quick reminder, it falls short of guiding us more precisely on how to act every day. On todays edition of around the air force staff sergeant alina richard tells us about a video discussing air force core values, secretary of defenses visit. Air force is dedicated to achieving excellence in everything we do. This is my technical order for providing superior service each and every day integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. United states air force auxiliary civil air patrol. It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking.