Over time, as ive watched the air force, these core values have. The united states air force usaf is the aerial warfare service branch of the united states armed forces. One of the first things we were told to learn were the air force core values. You may be saying to yourself, i know our core values. Afi 11, air force standards, updates the little blue book to encapsulate this information. We never allow our ethics or integrity to be compromised by our desire to succeed.
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. Theairforcerequiresahighlevelofprofessionalskill,a24houra daycommitment,andawillingnesstomakepersonalsacrifices. Understand how the core values provide a moral framework for military activities. If you ask an airman to tell you the three air force core values, they can do so with no troublethey are the foundational concepts to our service. Dedication a component of our core values whiteman air. Handbook united states air force auxiliary civil air. Many of the studies were later expanded into books. When you consider the diversity of our people and the different values we have, it is important that we have a set of common values to put everyone on the same sheet of music. 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. Pointing out excellence in our core values air force. The air force core values of integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do, are not just a way to support our country and the u.
We are supposed to put the air forces needs above our own. The core values exist for all members of the air force family officer, enlisted, and civilian. Borrowing from the air force, cap has identified four core values to guide every cadet and officer. L 201 the core values the warrior spirit comes down to doing the right thing. United states air force core values, 1 january 1997. Air force core values the challenge continues vance air. 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. 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. Living the air force core values the beacon march arb. Air force is the worlds preeminent force in air, space and cyberspace. Broken into three fundamental values, the core values were originally released in the 1997 air force core values handbook or the little blue book.
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. The new pamphlet updates the original little blue book and is now owned by pace. He talks about core values the ideals that all airmen are supposed to live. Each of these core values is further defined by virtues desired behaviors and characteristics we must. Character traits and the core values schriever air force. 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. Air force historical support division books special. Integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Air force reads as a mission statement that states that through shared values, key capabilities and upholding our airmans creed, we continue to achieve our mission and aim high in all we do. Followership and the air force core values peterson air.
Oddly enough, they werent explained to me from a higher perspective. Jun 05, 2015 the air force core values of integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do, are not just a way to support our country and the u. 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. Aug 15, 2011 our air force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, have been part of our official air force lexicon since january 1997 when the air force first published the united states air force core values pamphlet a. Taking the air force core values to a professional level. Air force core values the challenge continues vance. From lockheeds code of ethics and business conduct. 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. Mar 15, 20 if you havent read the air force s the little blue book on our core values, it is truly a great place to start learning more about them.
The vision of the united states air force academy is to serve as the air forces premier institution for developing leaders of character. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Jul 26, 2018 fulfilling these responsibilities is an important part of your contribution to the air force mission and thats why we have core values. From day one these values are memorized and internalized to. Air force is dedicated to achieving excellence in everything we do. 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.
This is the do the right thing even when no one is looking part. Code of conduct that captures our resolve, while our airmans creed highlights the. In the air force of tomorrow, as in the air force of today, these stated and practiced values must be identical. 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 next evolution of the little blue book moves beyond the core values to provide. Service leadership recently had discussed adding a fourth value.
The little blue book whoever you are and wherever you fit on the air force team, this is your basic guide to the air force core values. In january 1997, almost 10 years ago, our air force launched the little blue book, publishing our air force core values for the first time. Air force to bring back little blue book as standard issue. 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. A small pamphlet titled, united states air force core values, 1 january 1997. I expect everyone to demonstrate the air force values at all times at home, at work, and when deployed.
Which values should we give priority to so that our lives are honorable. Exhibiting the highest levels of technical skill and a boundless. Adherence to core values is understood to be absolutely essential to the proper and successful. It is important to understand the values that guide an organization and its members. One of these three core values is sometimes challenging for our all volunteer airmen to put into practice. Book was published to introduce the air force core values to the air force. This is a decent analogue for what has become of the air forces core values. Jun 28, 20 its a good place to pick up the interview i did last week with the air force chief of staff, gen.
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. Service leadership recently had discussed adding a. Aug 28, 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. Secaf, csaf, cmsaf present new little blue book air. We have all heard, read, spoke and in many cases live by the u. At lockheed martin, we are committed to our core values. 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. Air force core values gurus guide civil air patrol. Keeping the theme of the core values of the air force, the airmans creed of the u. Jun 04, 2017 this is a decent analogue for what has become of the air forces core values.
Integrity first service before self excellence in all we do when the little blue book came out in 1997, i was a flight commander and tasked to study the core values and brief them to my flight members. The core values are much more than minimum standards. Pointing out excellence in our core values air force space. Our core values, completely and unabbreviated, are. Upon entering the air force, airmen are taught right from the start the entry fee. Its a good place to pick up the interview i did last week with the air force chief of staff, gen. Fulfilling these responsibilities is an important part of your contribution to the air force mission and thats why we have core values. The profession of arms center of excellence, pace, helps the air force develop better people, better airmen, better leaders. We maintain that distinction by maintaining our objective of global vigilance, reach and power and remaining true to our vision statement. The air force values provide the expectations and standards that all air force people are expected to display every day.
The decision to bring back the book came from a broader discussion of air force core values, welsh said. The air force slides further away from military and more toward corporate each day. Oct 23, 2006 our core values, completely and unabbreviated, are. The worlds greatest air forcepowered by airmen, fueled by innovation. It has since been adapted to include not only the core values, but also the oaths and codes that guide airmen in their service and renamed americas air force. Air force, but more importantly a framework for approaching life and all of our different roles to be better men and women and support those we. 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.
While the general theme of the blue book series was the us air force in southeast asia vietnam, there are blue books covering many air force topics of interest. Ronald fogleman, established the air force core values. Air force core values and a life lived journey with. They will serve you well in your professional career and your personal life. In 1983, the air force published air force regulation 301, air force standards. I have come to understand our little blue book to be what our air force wants us to value, beyond our own personal values.
There is much more to our core values than integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. Ronald fogelman spelled out the united states air force core values integrity first, services before self and excellence in all we do. Fourteen years ago last month, in may 1995, thensecretary of the air force sheila widnall, and thenchief of staff of the air force, gen. The importance of the air force s mission and inherent responsibility to the nation requires its members to adhere to higher standards than those expected in civilian life. The pamphlet, published in january of 1997, entitled united states air force core values and nicknamed the little blue book, is one of the air forces lead weapons aimed at insuring the air forces core values are indeed core to its members. Armed forces on 18 september 1947 with the passing of the national security act of 1947. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. We have to hold ourselves and our colleagues to account at all times. The best way to explain is right from the little blue book which explains all three. Air force core values a model for leadership osan air.
Secaf, csaf, cmsaf present new little blue book joint. 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. If you are new to the air force, it might seem a little peculiar for someone to tell you what your way of life is, as we all come from different. These blue book studies are only available in electronic format. 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. These words underscore the commitment of every proud member of the u. 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 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 new pamphlet updates the original little blue book and is. During the early 90s, the air force made the transition from regulations to. Jan 24, 2014 in 1983, the air force published air force regulation 301, air force standards. Air force to go beyond the call of duty to get the job done. They remind us what it takes to get the mission done. Oct 12, 2006 in january 1997, almost 10 years ago, our air force launched the little blue book, publishing our air force core values for the first time.
Presented as the little blue book, the former air force chief of staff discussed a climate of. The air force recognizes integrity first, service before self, and excellence as its core valueslearn these lessons well. I also see our core values as a roadmap of character traits that are essential to success. Air force into a longterm, upward vector of accomplishment and performance. Our air force core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, have been part of our official air force lexicon since january 1997 when the air force first published the united states air force core values pamphlet a. Pace was first established in 2015 with the charge to develop air force personnel with a professionalism mindset, character and core values to enhance the effectiveness of organizations across the air force. The new pamphlet updates the original little blue book and is now owned by the profession of arms center of excellence. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
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. Air force integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do unite all air force warriors in the common pursuit of victory. This triad of values has become well integrated into our air force culture. To ensure this valuesbased air force, three elementseducation, leadership and accountabilityprovide a framework to establish the strongest imprint of shared air force core values.
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