Rodney mckinley, said that we dont have to look any further than the little blue book, the united states air force core values booklet. In caring for their patients while also serving as air force officers, our healthcare teams live by the air forces core values of integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. Our air force core values serve as our compass and. Learn about great opportunities for enlisted airmen, officers and health care professionals. Integrity first service before self excellence in all we do.
The air forces core values are the values that guide all other aspects of military service. Air force core values include integrity first, service before self, excellence in all we do. But beyond these values, what do people actually do in the guard. The vision of the united states air force academy is to serve as the air forces premier institution for developing leaders of character. Theairforcerequiresahighlevelofprofessionalskill,a24houra daycommitment,andawillingnesstomakepersonalsacrifices. With this richer context of the air force core values, an airman can take deliberate steps to practice a better application of the core values in their daytoday actions. The 374th airlift wing provides tactical airlift, medical evacuation, and distinguished visitor airlift for the western pacific, while serving as a key strategic airlift hub for the entire theater. This booklet was designed to be brief, to the point, and easy to carry. Chief of air force reserve hq usafre and the director of the air. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Dec 22, 2006 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. To ensure this values based air force, three elementseducation, leadership and accountabilityprovide a framework to establish the strongest imprint of shared air force core values.
The united states air force core values pamphlet, 1 january 1997. 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. A profession of arms represents the next evolution of. It contains a copy of this book as well as a series of readings about the core values and their place in the air force. Elevating higher through science, invention and innovation. The mission of the united states air force is to fly, fight, and winin air, space, and cyberspace. Chb 20192020 draft united states air force academy. Our rich history and our vision guide our airmen as we pursue our mission with excellence and integrity to become leaders, innovators and warriors. It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. We maintain that distinction by maintaining our objective of global vigilance, reach and power and remaining true to our vision statement. The airmen are unified by this common bond it is one of their primary sources of power, as the values create a sense of unity that ensures they serve as one with a winning spirit.
By accepting the challenge of living the air force core values on and off duty, airmen develop professionally and contribute to a culture of trust where all airmen can bring. Secretary of the air force deborah lee james 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. Taking the air force core values to a professional level. Ryan, chief of staff, united states air force csaf, 19972001. How we act represents to countless others the collective identity of the united states air force. The mission of the united states air force is to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace. Integrity is the very fiber of all core values, without it all other core values cannot prevail. Csaf airman to airman the little blue book youtube. Book was published to introduce the air force core. See how trust played an enormous role during a critical milestone in the air force s historyand every day before or since. Cap supports americas communities with emergencydisaster response, aviation and ground team services. Little blue book air force district of washington display.
On my desk is a simple reminder of what it is that we, as members of this united states air force, are about. Whoever you are and wherever you fit on the air force team, this is your basic guide to the air. You will be required to memorize them and live by them while in bmt and throughout your air force career. The worlds greatest air forcepowered by airmen, fueled by innovation.
In the air force of tomorrow, as in the air force of today, these stated and practiced values must be identical. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Core values, afi 362618 force structure, usaf doctrine anne prepare technical sergeants to be professional,warfighting air process that changes the way people think, feel, or behave. She is a command pilot with more than 3,100 flying hours in the t38, kc5, tg7, and t37, and has commanded at the squadron and group level. The air force professional is a trusted servant of our nation who adheres to the highest standards of character, courage and competence.
The national guard is part of the worlds largest and most successful team. A spiritual foundation for air force core values chaplain, lieutenant colonel, ken james stavrevsky united states air force hq usafhcx 112 luke ave bolling afb dc 203329050 dsn 2974577 introduction. Air force mission statement 2020 air force mission. The core values are a statement of those institutional values and principles of conduct that provide the moral framework for military activities. To understand, accept, and internalize the core values, our people must be allowed and encouraged to engage in an extended dialogue about them and to explore the role of the values at all levels of the air force. In addition, you will find a series of easytouse implementation guides, and you may submit questions about the core values via the website mailbox. Afpn on my desk is a simple reminder of what it is that we, as members of this united states air force, are about.
Service before self schriever air force base display. Oct 20, 2010 an article written by chief master sergeant of the air force, chief master sgt. The original 1997 united states air force core values handbook aka the little blue. The united states air force core values 1 the core values booklet explains the ethical and moral obligations of air force employees, provides the foundation for professional character, and guides airmens personal and professional conduct. United states military history task force untitled edit absent of the two links to the usafa website that were dead and removed, this page no longer has any information not found in the article suggested for merger.
The booklet goes on to say we must place the needs of others above our own personal comfort, that we must exhibit discipline and. This is my technical order for providing superior service each and every day. The united states air force core values pamphlet, 1 january 1997180. 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. Exemplify air force core values reference doctrine volume ii. Armed forces on 18 september 1947 with the passing of the national security act of 1947. Cap is the official auxiliary of the united states air force and a 501 c3 nonprofit organization. Air force is the worlds preeminent force in air, space and cyberspace. Their pipeline is held at lackland air force base in san antonio, texas, and the u. Book was published to introduce the air force core values to the air force.
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. Air force core values gurus guide united states air force. The mission of the united states air force academy is to educate, train, and inspire men and women to become leaders of character, motivated to lead the united states air force in service to our nation. 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. 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. The creation of the air force core values booklet the little blue book. The united states air force usaf is the aerial warfare service branch of the united states armed forces. Book, the united states air force core values booklet. It is a small pamphlet titled, united states air force core values, 1 january 1997. Professionalism is based on a shared commitment to standards, core values, and the code of conduct. The next evolution of the little blue book moves beyond the core values to provide.
Little blue book sets the standard air force public affairs. In return, the air force offers unique challenges, career growth, and educational opportunities. 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. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Things to memorize before bmt afbmt us air force bmt tips. The booklet says, service before self tells us that professional duties take precedence over personal desires. The core values are a statement of those institutional values and principles of. In caring for their patients while also serving as air force officers, our healthcare teams live by the air force s core values of integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. Dec 10, 2012 sue ross is a retired air force colonel and 1983 air force academy graduate.