BTZ BOARD STUDY GUIDE EXAM
Mission - ANSWER The mission of the USAF is to fly, fight, and win... in air,
space, and cyberspace.
Respect for the Flag - ANSWER Airmen will never burn (except for reverent
disposition of an unserviceable Flag), deface, mutilate, or treat with contempt or
any other form of disrespect.
How to Dispose of a Damaged American Flag - ANSWER Build a fire, lower and
fold the flag, carefully place the folded flag in the center of the fire, take a moment
to respect the flag, and say the pledge of allegiance. Also, there is an official gov
flag ret ceremony.
Resiliency - ANSWER Physically, Mentally, Emotionally, and Spiritually
Pledge of Allegiance - ANSWER I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United
States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Airman's Creed - ANSWER I am an American Airman. My mission is to Fly,
Fight, and Win. I am faithful to a Proud Heritage, A Tradition of Honor, And a
Legacy of Valor. I am an American Airman. Guardian of Freedom and Justice, My
Nation's Sword and Shield, Its Sentry and Avenger. I defend my country with my
life. I am an American Airman. Wingman, Leader, Warrior. I will never leave an
airman behind. I will never falter. And I will not fail!
Air Force Song - ANSWER Off we go into the wild blue yonder,
Climbing high into the sun
Here they come zooming to meet our thunder
At 'em boys, Give 'er the gun!
Down we dive, spouting our flame from under
, Off with one helluva roar!
We live in fame or go down in flame. Hey!
Nothing can stop the U.S. Air Force!
Respect for Authority (Walking and procedure for boarding a plane) - ANSWER
Junior personnel shall walk or ride to the left of senior personnel whom they are
accompanying. Senior personnel enter an aircraft or automobile last and leave first.
Titles of Address - ANSWER E9 = Chief , but E8 is NOT Senior (No such thing),
only Senior Master Sergeant of Sergeant
Chain of Command - ANSWER Each ―link in the chain is a level of responsibility
and authority extending from the President of the United States—as Commander in
Chief—through the Secretary of Defense, to Combatant Commanders, and then
through each commander at every level, including your command.
Chain of Command Cont... - ANSWER Each level in the chain is responsible for
all lower levels, and accountable to all higher levels. The key principle is to resolve
problems and seek answers at the lowest possible level.
First Sergeant - ANSWER The first sergeant primarily supports the mission
through interaction, support, and management of Airmen and families. The first
sergeant works directly for and derives authority from the unit commander, and
serves as the commander's critical link within the unit for all matters concerning its
members.
Command Chief Master Sergeant - ANSWER The CCM advises, carries out, and
monitors the commander's and organizational policies, programs, and standards
applicable to the assigned enlisted force. CCMs are the commander's key enlisted