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ALDLC Set 1 Vol 2 & 3
Airman Leadership Distance Learning Course
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04/30/2012

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Term
Manhattan Project
Definition
1st nuclear explosive device detonated at Trinity Site
Term
August 6, 1945 Hiroshima Japan
Definition
1st nuclear bomb 'little boy' dropped
Term
August 9,1945
Definition
2nd nuclear bomb 'fat man' dropped on Nagasaki, Japan
Term
August 14, 1945
Definition
Japan surrendered, end of WWII
Term
Cold War
Definition
Rivalry between US and Soviet Union after WWII
Term
Strategic Air Command
Definition
primarily responsible for nuclear missions
Term
Deterrence
Definition
prevention from action by fear of consequences. state of mind brought on by existence of a credible threat.
Term
Deterrence Formula
Definition
nation's Capability x by its Will x others' Perception(of that capability and will)
Term
Extended Deterrence
Definition
provides security and confidence to our allies. Posturing to convince an enemy that theyre unlikely to achieve political or military objectives by attacking the US or one of its allies
Term
The fundamental purpose for the US having a nuclear arsenal is to
Definition
deter an enemy's use of its nuclear arsenal or other WMD
Term
The AF Nuclear Enterprise is important to the security of the US and its allies because
Definition
it is a way the AF preserves peace and when necessary orchastrates war
Term
Berlin Airlift
Definition
1st nuclear test by the Soviet Union ending the US nuclear monopoly on nuclear weapons
Term
Cuban Missile Crisis
Definition
13 day strategy chess match involving capabilities of nuclear weapons between US and the Soviet Union
Term
Berlin Wall
Definition
Lead to the end of the Cold War
Term
ICBM
Definition
one command to provide guardianship and control of all nuclear capable bombers and nuclear missiles
Term
Nuclear mission areas
Definition
Weapons Storage Areas (WSA)
Term
Old Nuclear Triad
Definition
ensured that any attack on one component would leave our enemies vulnerable to retaliatory stikes from the other two
Term
New Nuclear Triad
Definition
Non-nuclear and Nuclear
Term
Purpose for creating the AF Global Strike Command in 2009
Definition
execute nuclear weapons with precision when called upon
Term
Air Force Global Strike Command
Definition
20th AF-responsible for all ICBMs
Term
Components of Cold War Triad
Definition
ICBMs, Bombers, and SLBMs
Term
US Nuclear Weapons Program
Definition
ensure all material personnel related to nuclear weapons are safe, secure and under control
Term
DoD and Dept of Energy
Definition
responsible for the 5 components of nuclear surety
Term
5 Components of nuclear surety
Definition
Safety, Security, Reliability, Use of Control, and Survivability
Term
Weapons System Reliability
Definition
operational dependability of nuclear weapons systems under normal and abnormal environmental conditions
Term
Individual Reliability
Definition
standards of the individual performing duties associated with the nuclear weapon and critical components
Term
Two nuclear weapons incidents that occured under the supervision of the USAF
Definition
Misshipment of sensitive missile components
Term
5 nuclear weapon states
Definition
US, UK, France, Russia, China
Term
Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
Definition
method to help prevent and limit the spread of nuclear weapons
Term
Non-Proliferation
Definition
efforts by members to detect, secure, and dispose of WMD
Term
Nuclear Proliferation
Definition
the spread of nuclear weapons and nuclear materials to nations which arent recognized by Nuclear Weapons States
Term
Fundamental purpose of the US nuclear arsenal
Definition
to deter an enemy's use of its nuclear arsenal or other WMD
Term
AFI 91-101
Definition
Air Force Nuclear Weapons Surety Program
Term
DoD Directive 3150.2
Definition
DoD Defense Nuclear Weapons System Safety Program
Term
Subcategories under Weapons System Reliability
Definition
Nuclear weapons delivery systems
Nuclear warhead reliability
Term
Personnel Reliability Program (PRP)
Definition
Only those who have demonstrated the highest degree of individual reliability for allegiance, trustworthiness, behavior and responsibility shall be allowed to perform duties associated with nuclear weapons.
Term
Two Person Concept
Definition
requires at least 2 authorized PRP certified personnel be present in nuclear mission areas at all times.
Term
Use Control
Definition
positive measures that allow authorized use and prevent or delay unauthorized use of nuclear weapons
Term
Command and Control
Definition
decision whether or not to use nuclear weapons will always be made by civilian leaders.
Term
Survivability
Definition
refers to the capability of nuclear forces, their control and support systems and facilities to avoid, repel or withstand an attack.
Term
Measures being used to enhance survivability of nuclear assets
Definition
avoidance-eliminate detection and attack
Term
Peacetime
Definition
a period of time in which a country is not involved in a war
Term
Hostile
Definition
in combat and combat support operations, is an identity applied to a track declared to belong to any opposing nation, party, group or entity which by virtue of its behavior or information collected on it such as characteristics, origin or nationality contributes to the threat to friendly forces
Term
Detention
Definition
state of being kept against your will, such as prison and not being allowed to leave
Term
DoDI 1300.21
Definition
Code of Conduct Training and Education
Term
Code of Conduct
Definition
Includes 6 articles-addresses situations and decisions all personnel could encounter
Term
Exploitation
Definition
taking full advantage of any information that has come to hand for tactical, operational or strategic purposes
Term
Common Article 3 of Geneva Convention
Definition
US Military personnel detained by a hostile force during military operations other than war may be subject to domestic criminal laws of the detaining nation
Term
CoC Article I
Definition
I am an American fighting in the forces which guard my country and our way of life. I am prepared to give my life in their defense
Term
CoC Article II
Definition
I will never surrender of my own free will. If in command, I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist
Term
CoC Article III
Definition
If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available. I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape. I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy
Term
CoC Article IV
Definition
If I become a POW i will keep faith with my fellow prisoners. I will give no information or take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrads.
Term
CoC Article V
Definition
When questioned should I become a POW I am required to give name, rank, service number and birthdate. I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability. I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies
Term
CoC Article VI
Definition
I will never forget that I am an American fighting for freedom responsible for my actions and dedicated to the principles which made my country free. I will trust in God and in the USA
Term
First Code of Conduct(established by US for POWs to live by) were created after the
Definition
Korean Conflict
Term
Intent of CoC if you are a POW held in enemy captivity
Definition
To survive in captivity with honor
Term
Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)
Definition
part of international law that regulates the conduct of armed hostilities
Term
Geneva Law
Definition
protecting persons involved in conflicts (wounded, sick, shipwrecked, POWs)
Term
Hague Law
Definition
concerned with the means and methods of warfare (lawful and unlawful weapons, targeting)
Term
Consequences for violating LOAC Principles
Definition
trial by international court
Term
5 Purposes for LOAC
Definition
Limit the effects of conflicts, protect combantant and non-combatants, safe guard rights, prevent conflicts from becoming worse, make it easier to restore peace when conflict is over.
Term
Report LOAC violations to
Definition
up through your chain of command,
Term
Military necessity
Definition
permits the application of only that degree of regulated force required for the partial or complete submission of the enemy with the least expenditure of life, time and physical resources
Term
Proportionality
Definition
requires planners to consider the extent of possible civilian destruction and probable casualties as the result of an attack
Term
Distinction
Definition
imposes requirements to distinguish between military and civilian objectives
Term
Humanity
Definition
prohibits the employment of any kind or degrees of force that is not necessary for the purpose of war
Term
Chivalry
Definition
addresses the waging of war in accordace with well recognized formalities and courtesies
Term
Alliances
Definition
relationships that result from a formal agreement between two or more nations for broad, long term objectives that further the common interest of the members
Term
Coalations
Definition
ad hoc arrangements between two or more nations for common action (temporary)
Term
Multinational Forces
Definition
composed of military elements from nations who have formed an alliance or coalation for some specific purpose
Term
Challenges in coalition environment
Definition
Overflight Restrictions
Term
Participating in Coalition operations lets us share
Definition
responsibility of commitment of military personnel and assets
Term
Joint Force
Definition
force composed of significant elements of two or more military departments operating under a single joint force commander (5 branches of militar working for one purpose)
Term
synergy
Definition
working together of two or more people, organizations especially when the result is greater than the sum of their individual capabilities(1 +1=more than 2)
Term
Capstone Concept for Joint Operation
Definition
combat, security, egagement, and relief of reconstruction
Term
Goldwater-Nichols Act of 1986
Definition
reorganized the DoD and strengthened civilian authority
Term
Civilian Leadership
Definition
President and Secretary of Defense
Term
NSC National Security Council
Definition
National security discussions
Term
SECDEF
Definition
Principal assistant to the President for national security matters
Term
JCS-Joint Chief of Staff
Definition
(Chairman, v-chairman, 4 service chiefs)
Term
Joint Staff
Definition
assist CJCS in executing duties
Term
4 types of military combat
Definition
Combat
Term
To create synergy and precent command issues we need
Definition
Unity of Effort
Term
Commander, Joint Task Force (CJFT)
Definition
authority for missian essential logistics and support
Term
Joint Air and Space Ops Center (JAOC)
Definition
operations planning and execution focal point
Term
Joint Force Commander (JFC)
Definition
combat commander, authorized authority/operational control over a joint force
Term
Joint AF Component Commander (JFACC)
Definition
air commander, plans coordinates air operations
Term
Wing Operations Center (WOC)
Definition
actual execution of where Air and Space Power happens
Term
Air Tasking Orders (ATOs)
Definition
lets WOC know who what when where why so they can haul the right iron at the right time to the right place
Term
responsible for planning and executing national security policy
Definition
The President
Term
Total Force
Definition
each represented component must maximize its capabilities
Term
has a federal and state mission
Definition
Air National Guard
Term
Biggest benefits military forces obtain from operation as a Total Force
Definition
ability to maximize capabilities, equipment, resources and manpower
Term
CAP (civil air patrol)
Definition
founded to defend Americas coastline and charged with missions to provide aerospace education, cadet programs, and emergency services
Term
AFRC
Definition
support AF mission through control and exploitation of air and space by supporting global engagement
Term
ANG
Definition
Assigned to most AF major commands to carry out missions compatible with training, mobilizations readiness, humanitariean, and contingency ops
Term
Civilian Contractor
Definition
supported service members in all theatres and perform a countless number of tasts on the home front
Term
Total Force integration concept was invented to
Definition
meet demands of missions
Term
terrorism
Definition
the unlawful use of violence or threat of violence to instill fear; intended to coerce or to inimidate governments or societies in he pursuit of goals that are generally political, religious, or ideological.
Term
Structure of Terror
Definition
Underlying conditions (poverty, corruption)
Term
Terrorist organizations operate on 3 levels
Definition
Within their own country
regional operations across borders
around the world.
Term
Rogue States
Definition
provide threats based on their hatred of the US and our values. Theyre considered threatening to the world's peace, have dictorial regimes that restrict human rights, sponsor terrorism and seek to proliferate WMD.
Term
Regional Threats
Definition
a large geographic territory regarded as a danger
Term
Contributing factors to Rogue State or Regional Threat
Definition
Ability to posses CBRNE capabilities
Term
3 steps for first line of defense recommended by the Eagle Eye Program
Definition
watch, report, protect
Term
Homeland Security
Definition
national effort to prevent terrorist attacks within the US
Term
Homeland Defense
Definition
protects our territory, domestic population and critical infrastructure against external threats and aggression
Term
Civil Support
Definition
the DoD provides support to civil authorities for domestic emergencies. (national disasters, CBRNE incidents, counter-drug missions)
Term
Emergency Preparedness
Definition
having DoD processes, procedures and resources in place to support the President and Secretary of Defense in a national security emergency
Term
Sortie
Definition
in air operations, an operational flight by one aircraft
Term
HLS functional areas
Definition
Civil Engineering, Medical, Communications, Securtiy Forces to educate.
Term
Posse Comitatus
Definition
prohibits search, seizure, or arrest powers to US military personnel
Term
Martial Law
Definition
law administered by military forces that is invoked by a government in an emergency when the civilian law enforcement agencies are unable to maintain public order and safety
Term
Force Protection
Definition
an integrated application of offensive and defensive actions that deter, detect, preempt, mitigate, and negate threats against AF Air & Space operations and assets based on an acceptable level of risk
Term
5 Countermeasures dealing with FP
Definition
risk assessment process
protecting priority resources combating terrorism
force health protection
disaster preparedness
Term
countermeasures
Definition
forms of military science that by the employment of devices and techniques have as their objective the impairment of the operational effectiveness of enemy activity
Term
Threat
Definition
continual process of compiling and examining all available information concerning potential terrorist activities by terrorist groups which could target a facility
Term
Vulnerability
Definition
susceptibility of a nation or military force to any action by any means through which its war potential or combat effectiveness may be reduced or its will to fight diminished
Term
Risk Assessment Process
Definition
determine the threat
The second step of risk assessment is vulnerability
take the threat and vulnerability assessments and write a plan of action
Term
Anti-terrorism
Definition
combating or defending against measures to deter and respond to terrorism
Term
Counter-terrorism
Definition
offensive measures to deter and respond to terrorism
Term
Non-Proliferation Treaty
Definition
treaty to limit the spread or proliferation of nuclear weapons
Term
5 Pillars of C-CBRNE
Definition
proliferation prevention
counter-force
active defense
passive defense
consequence management
Term
3 Strategic objectives of the National Strategy for Homeland Security (HLS)
Definition
Prevent terrorist attacks
Reduce America‘s vulnerability to terrorism
Minimize the damage and recover from attacks that do occur
Term
HLS Critical Mission Areas
Definition
Intelligence and warning
Term
3 instances when DoD would be involved in HLS
Definition
in order to defend the people and territory of the US
Quick response in support of civilian agencies by providing unique capabilities during an emergency such as an attack or natural disaster
Participation in limited scope missions where other agencies have primary responsibility for security such as the Olympics or other events
Term
who can declare a national security emergency
Definition
The President
Term
Proliferation Prevention
Definition
restrict the spread of CBRNE weapons and prevent the enemy from getting hold of CBRNE materials and technology
Term
Counter-Force
Definition
Offensive operations to strike against enemy CBRNE weapons and associated production, transportation before theyre used
Term
Active Defense
Definition
Intercept CBRNE weapons en route to their targets before they can reach and harm us or our allies
Term
Passive Defense
Definition
Protect the US and host nation facilities, and interests from CBRNE effects
Term
Consequence Management
Definition
reduce effects of CBRNE attack and help to reestablish essential operations and services
Term
Chemical Agents
Definition
inhalation, absorption throught the skin (in the form of liquid or vapor)
Term
Liquid Agents
Definition
(kill w/in mins-hr)-scatter into small droplets covering natural surfaces
Term
Vapor Agents
Definition
(w/in secs-mins) inhaled ..in fast..slow effects
Term
Strategy
Definition
a prudent idea or set of ideas for employing the instruments of national power in a synchronized and integrated fashion to achieve theater, national, and/or multinational objectives
Term
Doctrine
Definition
a set of fundamental principles by which the military forces, or elements thereof, guide their actions in support of national objectives
Term
Declaration of Independence was signed
Definition
July 4, 1776
Term
National Security Strategy
Definition
document approved by the President for developing, applying, and coordinating the instruments of national power to achieve objectives that contribute to national security
Term
Tasks outlined in our National Security Strategy
Definition
Championing Aspirations for Human Dignity
Term
Terrorism
Definition
calculated use of unlawful violence or threat of unlawful violence to inculcate fear; intended to coerce or intimidate governments or societies in the pursuit of goals that are generally political, religious, or idealogical
Term
Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)
Definition
chemical, biological or nuclear weapons capable of high order of destruction or causing mass casualties
Term
Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR)
Definition
a report published every four years that lays out how the military will be used for the defense of our country
Term
4 Major Areas to implement change
Definition
Defeating terrorist networks
defending the homeland in depth
shaping the choices of countries at
strategic crossroads
preventing hostile states and non-tate actors from acquiring or using weapons
of mass destruction.
Term
Rogue
Definition
a dishonest, knavish person, scoundrel
Term
Net-centric
Definition
controlling the power of information connectivity
Term
Global Force Management
Definition
a model used by DoD for force management, reporting and analysis
Term
Joint Forces Commanders are provided information on unit readiness, personnel, and equipment availability through the
Definition
Global Force Management
Term
According to the 2006 QDR, the two fundamental changes essential to military strategy are
Definition
1. Implement broad changes to ensure that organizational structures, processes and procedures effectively support the DoD's strategic direction
Term
3 Levels of Air and Space Doctrine
Definition
Basic
Operational
Tactical
Term
Basic Doctrine
Definition
states the most fundamental beliefs that describe and guide the proper use, presentation, and organization of air and space forces in military action
Term
Operational Doctrine
Definition
describes detailed organizations as they apply the principles of basic doctrine to military actions.
Term
Tactical Doctrine
Definition
describes the proper employment of specific USAF assets, individually or in concert with other assets to accomplish detailed objectives.
Term
At each air and space doctrine level, there are three types of doctrine:
Definition
Service
Joint
Multinational
Term
Service Doctrine
Definition
official beliefs and warfighting principles which describe and guide the proper use of air and space forces in military action (official beliefs and warfighting principles)
Term
Joint Doctrine
Definition
describes how we work best with land and maritime forces in military action(land and maritime forces)
Term
Multinational Doctrine
Definition
describes the best way to work with our allies or partners in warfare (allied forces)
Term
war
Definition
a violent struggle between rival parties to attain competing political objectives
Term
Levels of War
Definition
Strategic, operational, tactical
Term
Strategic Level of war
Definition
tells us what our country thinks is important, and what will be involved in during our enlistment
Term
Operational Level of War
Definition
provides understanding of what parts of the world will be involved and who the enemy will be
Term
Tactical Level of War
Definition
gives us an idea of how we'll be used in the battle and provides us with information on who we'll be operating with.
Term
9 Principles of War
Definition
Unity of command
objective
Offensive action
Mass
Maneuvers
Economy of Force
Security
Surprise
Simplicity
Term
7 Tenets of Air and Space Power
Definition
Centralized Control and Decentralized Execution
Flexibility and Versatility
Synergistic Effects
Persistence
Concentration
Priority
Balance
Term
Strategic Attack
Definition
allow you to engage the enemy at a time of your choosing and effects their resources, leadership and ability to communicate
Term
Counterair
Definition
offensive and defensive counterair operations to enable friendly use of contested airspace and disable the enemy's offensive air and missile capabilities
Term
Counterspace
Definition
destruction degradation or disruption of enemy space capability
Term
Counterland
Definition
air and space ops against enemy land force capabilities to achieve joint force objectives
Term
Countersea
Definition
extension of USAF capabilities into a maritime environment
Term
Information Operations
Definition
allows us to influence decision making process of the enemy though OPSEC, deception, and electronic and network warfare OPS
Term
Spacelift
Definition
delivers satellites, payloads and material to space
Term
Intelligence
Definition
allows us to gain knowledge of the enemy's actions and provide this information in real time to the forces on the battlefield
Term
Surveillance and reconnaissance
Definition
provides us information on the capabilities of the enemy and the flexibility to react to the threat at hand
Term
Combat support
Definition
includes logistics, FM, and CE
Term
Command and control
Definition
provides a system of procedures, organizational structures, personnel, equipment, facilities, information, and communications designed to enable authority and direction across the range of military operations
Term
Stage Force
Definition
is a base temorarily within the operational area of another command but is not under its operational control
Term
AEF Cycle
Definition
20 month cycle with a one 4 month rotation
Term
Dwell Rate
Definition
time spent between deployments at home station
Term
AEF (Air and Space Expeditionary Force)
Definition
US method for organizing, training, equipping and sustaining rapidly responsive forces to meet the demands of defense strategy requirements.
Term
AEF Purpose
Definition
Primary: warfighter support
Term
Global AEF
Definition
consists of traditional AEF plus SIX additional Tempo Bands (operates on a 24 month cycle)
Term
Tempo Band
Definition
USAF deployment categories
Term
Battle Rhythm
Definition
deliberate daily cycle of command, staff, and unit activities intended to synchronize current and future operations
Term
AFI 10-401
Definition
Operations Planning: Air & Space Expeditionary Force Presence Policy (tempo band battle rhythms found)
Term
Force readiness
Definition
ability of US military forces to fight and meet the demands of the national military strategy
Term
Force Readiness includes
Definition
technical competence and 4 dimensions of wellness
Term
Allows airmen to track their vulnearbility period
Definition
AEF Indicator on Virtual MPF
Term
Additional resources for airmen and families which address personal deployment preparedness, cultural awareness, and offer pre-deployment training
Definition
AEF Online and AF Crossroad
Term
Reintegration Process
Definition
the task of conducting appropriate debriefings and reintegrating recovered osolated personnel back to duty and their families
Term
Diversity
Definition
the fact or quality of being diverse: difference. Unlike in kind: distinct, varied; a point of respect in which things differ; variety
Term
Primary dimensions
Definition
differences that are inborn and exert an important impact on our early socialization and an ongoing impact throughout our lives. They shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. Core of who we are as individuals
Term
Secondary dimensions
Definition
differences tht we acquire, discard and modify thoughout our lives. Usually dont change who we are.
Term
Factors that create diversity
Definition
Differences abound from languages, customs, religions, moralities, race, ethnicities
Term
5 barriers to diversity
Definition
prejudice
Term
Prejudice
Definition
an adverse opinion or judgement formed beforehand or without full knowledge or complete examination of the facts. A preconceived idea or preference: bias
Term
Stereotype
Definition
Belief that all people in a group are the same
Term
AFPAM 36-2705
Definition
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
Term
collusion
Definition
a secret agreement between two or more persons for a fraudulent or deceitful purpose
Term
3 forms of collusion
Definition
silence
Term
ethnocentrism
Definition
belief that one's own culture is superior to all others and is the standard by which all other cultures should be measured
Term
RESPECT
Definition
Resolve conflicts at the lowest level
Term
Cultural Awareness
Definition
developing sensitivity and understanding of another ethnic group
Term
Cultural Knowledge
Definition
familiarization with selected cultural characteristics, history, values, belief systems, languages, and behaviors of the members of another ethnic group
Term
Cultural Sensitivity
Definition
understanding and respecting the belief system of other cultures
Term
AFI 36-2706
Definition
Military Equal Opportunity (MEO) Program
Term
Focus of AF policy on EOT
Definition
to conduct its affairs free from unlawful discrimination and sexual harrassment.
Term
Unlawful Discrimination
Definition
all written or verbal communications that degrade individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, riligion or sex that are not otherwise authorized by law
Term
Personal Discrimination
Definition
taking action to deprive a person or group of people a right based on their color, national origin, race religion or sex. It can also deny opportunity to advance
Term
Systemic Discimination
Definition
actions taken by an institution/system that through its policies deprives a person/group a right because of color, national origin, race, religion, or sex.
Term
Racism
Definition
any attitude or action of a person or institutional structure that subordinates a person or group because of race
Term
Sexual Harrasment
Definition
discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of sexual nature to include deliberate or unwelcome verbal, nonverbal or physical acts of a sexual nature
Term
Examples of dissident protest activities that fall under purview of AFI 51-903
Definition
KKK, Aryan Nations/Skin Heads, Black Panthers and other activities that include active participation in organizations that encourage supremacist causes.
Term
Sexual Assault
Definition
the intentional sexual contact, characterizedd by use of force, physical threat of force, abuse of authority, or when the victim does not or cannot consent
Term
Supervisor role in managing human relations
Definition
Preventing, Identifying and Correcting EO problems
Term
Professional Relationships
Definition
relationships that contribute to the effectiveness of the Air Force
Term
AFI 36-2909
Definition
Professional and Unprofessional Relationships
Term
Unprofessional Relationships
Definition
those that detract from the authority of superiors or result in, or reasonably create the appearance of favoritism, misuse of office position, or the abandonment of organizational goals for personal interests.
Term
Fraternization
Definition
UCMJ Article 134- a personal relationship between an officer and enlisted member that violates the customary bounds of acceptable behavior in the AF and prejudices good order and discipline, discredits the armed services or operates to the personal disgrace or dishonor of the officer involved
Term
Leadership
Definition
the art and science of influencing and directing people to accomplish the mission
Term
2 Concepts of Leadership
Definition
Mission
Term
Followership
Definition
the capacity to follow a leader by being competent at doing their jobs and committed to mission accomplishment
Term
Key attributes of the concept of fellowership
Definition
Willingness
Term
Leadership Traits (SLICED)
Definition
Selflessness
Term
Selflessness
Definition
sacrificing personal wants and needs for the greater cause which reflects the core value Service Before Self
Term
Loyalty
Definition
supports and enhances the effectiveness of leaders through faithfulness, obedience and respectfulness
Term
Integrity
Definition
Be honest!
Term
Commitment
Definition
complete devotion to duty; total dedication to the USAF, the unit and our comrades
Term
Energy
Definition
enthusiasm and motivation to take the initiative
Term
Decisiveness
Definition
willingness to make decisions, act on them, and accept responsibility for those decisions
Term
Followership Traits (CILI)
Definition
Competence
Term
Competence
Definition
to accomplish assigned tasks is a must
Term
Initiative
Definition
motivation, determination, perseverance and risk taking
Term
10 guidlines to being a good follower
Definition
Know abilities and seek self-improvement
Term
Unit Effectiveness
Definition
meeting unit goals with less cost and maximizing personnel participation
Term
Position Power
Definition
derived from your position with the organization and is given/delegated to you by your superiors
Term
4 Powers that affect amount of positional influence
Definition
Legitimate
Term
Legitimate Power
Definition
the authority to assign tasks, appoint someone to oversee an operation, and accept all responsibility based on senority
Term
Connection Power
Definition
brings credibility to you from your followers and increases your ability to influence
Term
Coercive Power
Definition
leaders ability to enforce discipline
Term
Reward Power
Definition
ability of a leader to recognize followers who distinguish themselves from among their peers.
Term
Personal Power
Definition
derived from the confidence and trust that other people (followers) have in you as their leader
Term
3 types of Personal Power
Definition
Referent
Term
Referent Power
Definition
personal charisma/likeability characteristics
Term
Expert Power
Definition
special knowledge or skills related to the job
Term
Information Power
Definition
perceived access to important data and useful information like reeinlistment info or promotion statistics
Term
Dynamics between leaders and followers
Definition
Important to unit effectiveness.
Term
Leadership Impact on Unit effectiveness
Definition
must embrace the leadership traits and skills that foster trust, teamwork and constant improvement
Term
Drug Abuse
Definition
using street drugs
Term
Drugs abused in todays Air Force
Definition
Illegal use of prescription drugs
Term
Abuse
Definition
any pattern of unconventionaol misuse of any substance for non-medical purposes that produces a known health risk or constitutes a danger to self or others
Term
Substance Abuse
Definition
use of any illicit drug or misuse of any prescribed medication and the abuse of alcohol
Term
Alcohol Abuse
Definition
any substandard behavior or performance in which the consumption of alcohol is a primary contributing factor
Term
Alcoholism
Definition
a chronic disease with genetic physiological, and environmental factors influencing its development and manifestations.
Term
5 Official Methods to identify substance abuse
Definition
Self Identification
Term
AFI 44-121 ADAPT Program
Definition
provides guidance for the administration of treatment for substance abuse.
Term
Purpose of AFI 36-2618
Definition
Provide an enlisted force structure that best meets mission requirements; provide a common stable career structure for all enlisted personnel; and provide all Airmen the opportunity of professional growth
Term
Tactical Expertise Level
Definition
Perfect primary occupational skills and develop knowledge of AF institutional competencies
Term
Wingman Concept
Definition
Taking care of and sharing a bond with fellow Airmen
Term
Ways to demonstrate effective followership
Definition
supporting, explaining, and promoting leaders' decisions
Term
Leadership as an NCO (you must)
Definition
accept and execute all duties, instuctions, responsibilities and lawful orders in a timely and effective manner
Term
NCO Pre-deployment responsibilities
Definition
you should meet all requirements and ensure you educate and assist subordinates with deployment preparation
Term
Ethics
Definition
A principle of right/good behavior
Term
Principles valued as military professionals
Definition
Honesty, honor, integrity, service before self, discipline
Term
Expected of our daily conduct as military professionals
Definition
Don't lie, cheat, or steal. Follow rules. Adhere to standards. Conduct yourself professionally. Dont discriminate. Treat people with respect. Be open and honest
Term
Integrity
Definition
the willingness to do what is right even when noone is looking
Term
Service before self
Definition
place professional duties before personal duties
Term
Resources used to guide ethical conduct
Definition
AFI's, AF Core Values, UCMJ
Term
Consequences of unethical manner
Definition
Bring shame you yourself and unit, service, country
Term
Why is integrity important
Definition
it builds trust
Term
Two categories of operations excellence
Definition
Internal and external
Term
Internal excellence
Definition
how we do business in the Air Force
Term
External excellence
Definition
way we treat the world around us ; environmental issues
Term
Wellness
Definition
complete advancement towards treating the mind, body, and spirit as a whole. Condition resulting from incorporating a system of programs into your life
Term
Four Dimensions of Wellness
Definition
Physical
Term
Social Dimension
Definition
deals with network of friends and personal relationships with those you care about
Term
Emotional Dimension
Definition
refers to building an awareness of and accepting your feelings and moods
Term
Spiritual Dimension
Definition
is within us and motivates us in life and gives us strength and resiliency
Term
Physical Dimension
Definition
refers to weight control, a balanced and healthy diet, appearance, self image and exercise
Term
AFI 36-2905
Definition
Air Force Fitness Program
Term
Purpose of the AF Fitness Program
Definition
motivate all members to participate in a year-round physical conditioning program that emphasizes total fitness to include proper aerobic conditioning, strength/flexibility training, and healthy eating
Term
Key Players of AF Fitness Program
Definition
Fitness Assessment Cell
Term
Healthy Living Program
Definition
targets nutritional and exercise behavior changes to improve the members' health and fitness (required to attend within 10 days of "unsatisfactory"
Term
Fitness Improvement Program
Definition
unit based that all members receiving an "unsatisfactory" fitness score are required to attend
Term
Factors of Proper Weight Management
Definition
Aerobic fitness
Term
Four Basic Eating Rules
Definition
Eat Small Frequent Meals
Term
Not eating frequently throughout the day may affect you by
Definition
slowing your metabolism, making you overeat, reduce physical and mental performance
Term
To achieve optimal fitness you shouldt:
Definition
Weigh yourself daily
Term
Stress
Definition
any circumstance that places special physical/psychological demands on an organism leading to physiological, psychological and behavioral outcomes
Term
Eustress
Definition
positive consequence of stress
Term
Distress
Definition
negative consequence of stress
Term
Two main sources of stressors
Definition
Organizational
Term
7 Organizational Stressor Subcategories
Definition
job
Term
3 Extra Organizational Stressors
Definition
family problems
Term
4 Types of Stress Reaction/Conditions
Definition
Physiological
Term
Intervening
Definition
taking actions to control the conditions surrounding the situation or preventing the stressor althogether
Term
Adapting
Definition
coping with the experience so that you're able to function like normal or close to normal
Term
Combat stress
Definition
reaction from being in actual combat
Term
Operational stress
Definition
reaction from "wingmen" performing in supportive roles that arent in actual combat but are working at the deployed location
Term
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Definition
people who've experienced a traumatic event in or out of combat and have problems coping
Term
3 Behaviors associated with suicide
Definition
Suicidal gesture
Term
3 ways attempted/completed suicide affects the workcenter and family
Definition
causes copy-cat attempts
Term
Actual impacts of going to Mental Health for assistance
Definition
Most people who self-refer have positive career outcomes
Term
Additional referrals to help assist in stressful situations
Definition
first sergeant, commander, IDS, Airman Family Readiness Center, Military One Source, Chaplain
Term
2 Steps Essential To Any Time Management Plan
Definition
Make a to do list
Term
Three Time Management Plans
Definition
1. ABC Priority Method
Term
ABC Priority Method
Definition
Make a to do list and prioritize tasks as A,B, C (delegate C)
Term
Pareto Principle
Definition
Focus 80% of your time on 20% of work that's most important
Term
Covey Time Management Matrix
Definition
4 Quadrants: Reaction, Quality, Deception, Waste
Term
Time Management
Definition
Effectively using your time by setting goals & objectives to help you get the most from your resources and accomplish the mission
Term
Heritage
Definition
something that is passed down from preceding generations; a tradition
Term
Battle of Fair Oaks took place in
Definition
1861
Term
Aeronautical Division was established in
Definition
1907
Term
Corporal Edward Ward
Definition
1st Enlisted assigned to division
Term
William Ivy Baldwin
Definition
made balloon at beginning of Spanish American War
Term
Corporal Frank Scott
Definition
1st Enlisted fatality of aircraft crash (1912)
Term
When was the First Aero Squadron developed
Definition
1916
Term
Ruth Law
Definition
1917- First female pilot to wear US Army Uniform
Term
Corporal Eugene Bullard
Definition
First Black Fighter Pilot
Term
Private Frederick Libby
Definition
First American Ace-1st to shoot down 5 enemy planes
Term
What year did Woodrow Wilson transfer aviation to US Army
Definition
1918
Term
Army Reorganization Act of 1920
Definition
made Air Service a combatant arm of the Army
Term
Wright Field
Definition
1926-became primary base for air logistics
Term
Randolph Field
Definition
"west point of the air" dedicated in 1930
Term
September 1939
Definition
Germans conquer Poland, Norway, Holland, Belgium and France (WWII)
Term
Sergeant Archibald Mathies
Definition
Attempted to save life of his pilot by refusing to bail out of aircraft. Medal of Honor recipient--
Term
National Security Act of 1947
Definition
created the Department of the Air Force headed by Secretary of the Air Force
Term
War Department Letter 1946
Definition
provided foundation for independent Air Force
Term
First Air Force Major Commands
Definition
Strategic Air Command (SAC)
Term
W. Stuart Symington
Definition
1947-became Secretary of Air Force
Term
Gen. Carl A. Spaatz
Definition
1947-became USAF's first Chief of Staff
Term
Crash & Rescue Boat Program took place during the
Definition
Korean War
Term
CMSgt Wayne Fisk
Definition
First director of AF Enlisted Heritage Hall
Term
CMSgt Richard Etchberger
Definition
held Vietnamese at bay for 6 hours with single M-16 and loaded troops and himself aboard a CIA helicopter
Term
Operation Desert Storm (1991)
Definition
Iraq invaded Kuwait
Term
Operation Provide Relief/Restore Hope (1992)
Definition
Delivered supplies to starving people
Term
Operation Allied Force (1998)
Definition
Resolve to prevent suffering
Term
Operation Enduring Freedom
Definition
Destroy Taliban
Term
Medal of Honor Recepients
Definition
SSgt Maynard Smith
Term
SSgt Henry Erwin
Definition
MOH-1945 threw himself onto a faulty bomb
Term
A1C William Pitsenbarger
Definition
1966 Vietnam-MOH saved wounded while being loaded onto a rescute helicopter
Term
SrA Cunningham
Definition
AF Cross- saved 10 wounded
Term
TSgt John Chapman
Definition
AF Cross- engagement and destruction if enemy personnel
Term
AFMAN 36-2203
Definition
Drill & Ceremonies
Term
AFI 36-2903
Definition
Dress & Appearance
Term
How do Dress & Appearance support AF culture?
Definition
Provides standardization and teamwork
Term
How far back does the origin of Dress & Appearance standards date?
Definition
1775, when Gen George Washington commanded the Continental Army
Term
Customs
Definition
practices that are the result of the need for order and discipline and are established by frequent use over a long period
Term
Courtesies
Definition
marks of respect, etiquette or courteous behavior shown to persons or symbols
Term
AFI 36-2618
Definition
Enlisted Air Force Structure
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