This is the do the right thing even when no one is looking part. In 1983, the air force published air force regulation 301, air force standards. The vision of the united states air force academy is to serve as the air forces premier institution for developing leaders of character. United states air force core values, 1 january 1997. The figure, evolution of air force leadership dimensions, illustrates the. Part i read the air force blue bookcore values section. Air force core values gurus guide civil air patrol.
Exhibiting the highest levels of technical skill and a boundless. United states air force core values pamphlet, otherwise referred to as the the little. This is a decent analogue for what has become of the air forces core values. 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 united states air force core values, jan. We never allow our ethics or integrity to be compromised by our desire to succeed. The little blue book is the primary means for resolving disputes over the core values and their application, while air force doctrine explains the relationship. Presented as the little blue book, the former air force chief of staff discussed a climate of ethical corrosion within the service which had contributed to highly publicized scandals and fatal accidents. Borrowing from the air force, cap has identified four core values to guide every cadet and officer. 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 air force cadet wing honor code reference handbook serves as a reference for all issues related to the united states air force academy honor code, its purpose, and its function. It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. Search for library items search for lists search for.
I expect everyone to demonstrate the air force values at all times at home, at work, and when deployed. We have to hold ourselves and our colleagues to account at all times. Whoever you are and wherever you fit on the air force team, this is your basic guide to the air. The air forces recent core values campaign seeks to address this issue. 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. Armed forces on 18 september 1947 with the passing of the national security act of 1947. These three pillars topic of the monthintegrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do become a way of life beginning with the first day on the job. The united states air force usaf is the aerial warfare service branch of the united states armed forces. Handbook united states air force auxiliary civil air. Which values should we give priority to so that our lives are honorable.
We are warriorswe will fight and win wherever our nation needs us. This current version is based on that documents framework, expanded to meet the needs of todays air force. This book is a basic guide to the air force core values and defines integrity first as the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. The decision to bring back the book came from a broader discussion of air force core values, welsh said. Referred to as the little blue book, widely distributed throughout the air force and small enough to carry around in the uniform pocket, it was used by commanders to enforce standards.
From lockheeds code of ethics and business conduct. In addition to completing the online air force form 2030, you must provide a copy of your air force form 2030 that you filled out upon enlisting. Theairforcerequiresahighlevelofprofessionalskill,a24houra daycommitment,andawillingnesstomakepersonalsacrifices. At lockheed martin, we are committed to our core values.
The air force values provide the expectations and standards that all air force people are expected to display every day. In this module, well take a look at our core values and how they impact mission effectiveness. Afi 11, air force standards, updates the little blue book to encapsulate this information. At its most basic level, i agree with that thought. It is important to understand the values that guide an organization and its members. Ronald fogelman spelled out the united states air force core values integrity first, services before self and excellence in all we do. 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. Air force core values the challenge continues vance. Air force to bring back little blue book as standard issue. Air force core values guide the conduct of all airmen. He talks about core values the ideals that all airmen are supposed to live. Understand how the core values provide a moral framework for military activities. We are supposed to put the air forces needs above our own.
If you havent read the air forces the little blue book on our core values, it is truly a great place to start learning more about them. Our air force core values serve as our compass and. The us air force core values are not rules, theyre what we are. 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. 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. The enlisted force structure, force development, and institutional competencies are grounded in the air force core values integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Adherence to standards, specifically those listed in air force instruction 11 air force standards, is required by all airmen. This first of the three core values, like the other two, is engrained into us in bmt, if not first in the life we led before the military. Your dedication to the mission and to each other is essential to keeping the air force strong. Air force integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do unite all air force warriors in the common pursuit of victory. The air force is looking to its leadership to help instill the core values in subordinates. There are more than 125,000 high school cadets in the program and more than 1,900 retired usaf instructors.
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. Fulfilling these responsibilities is an important part of your contribution to the air force mission and thats why we have core values. It is the cornerstone for all that is moral and just in our society. 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. The mission of the united states air force is to fly, fight, and winin air, space, and cyberspace. In the air force of tomorrow, as in the air force of today, these stated and practiced values must be identical.
It is through this alignment of our actions with these values that we, as an air force, earn the publics trust, strengthen our service, and accomplish our mission. Taking the air force core values to a professional level. On reflection, the core values answer three critical questions for airmen. Shifting societal values challenge the air forces ability to maintain a force populated with individuals who hold to traditional core values. Exemplify air force core values reference doctrine volume ii. Air force is dedicated to achieving excellence in everything we do. We are able to provide this combat capability through colonel stewarts vision, warrior airmen, leading the way, who embody air force core values in all we do. The program has more than 880 air force junior rotc units in high schools worldwide. Its a good place to pick up the interview i did last week with the air force chief of staff, gen. Air force into a longterm, upward vector of accomplishment and performance.
A small pamphlet titled, united states air force core values, 1 january 1997. Through shared values, key capabilities and upholding our airmans creed, we continue to achieve our. The aerospace realm is our domain, and we are vigilant in our commitment to defend, control, and use it in our nations interest. You know what it means to be an airman you feel it and live the core values. A history of valuesrelated initiatives in the air force. The worlds greatest air forcepowered by airmen, fueled by innovation. The new pamphlet updates the original little blue book and is. Book was published to introduce the air force core values to the air force. When the little blue book came out in 1997, i was a flight commander and tasked to study the core. This is a training video for the united states air force core values produced by the 333rd training squadron at keesler afb, ms circa 1995. From day one these values are memorized and internalized to. Integrity is the very fiber of all core values, without it all other core values cannot prevail.
Upon entering the air force, airmen are taught right from the start the entry fee. Contact your military personnel flight mpf for a copy and either fax or mail it to u. To ensure this valuesbased air force, three elementseducation, leadership and accountabilityprovide a framework to establish the strongest imprint of shared air force core values. The air force junior rotc program is grounded in the air force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. The air force slides further away from military and more toward corporate each day. Air force is the worlds preeminent force in air, space and cyberspace. 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.
Our standards of conduct define how airmen should behave when interacting with others and when confronting challenges in the environment in which we live and work. 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. L 201 the core values the warrior spirit comes down to doing the right thing. We have proudly served americas armed forces since 1895.
Each of these core values is further defined by virtues desired behaviors and characteristics we must. Secaf, csaf, cmsaf present new little blue book air. Secaf, csaf, cmsaf present new little blue book joint. When i became aware of air force core values, i was skeptical. Embody air force core values in all we do beale air. These words underscore the commitment of every proud member of the u. Family serving family, respect everyone, courage to use good judgment. For a long time ive experienced that annoyance factor when i hear people speak about the air force core values and abbreviate them to only three words integrity, service and excellence.
We maintain that distinction by maintaining our objective of global vigilance, reach and power and remaining true to our vision statement. 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. Fogleman as the key to the services health and character, the three principles integrity, service before self, and excellence in all we do were designed to give airmen a clear and powerful cluster of signal virtues around which all could be rallied. We do whats right, respect others and perform with excellence. Air force to go beyond the call of duty to get the job done. Service leadership recently had discussed adding a.
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