Preserving the Lambent Flame. Traditional Values and the USAF Officer Accession Program.
Abstract
This monograph recommends that the Air Force (1) formulate a code of ethics for officers, (2) dictate a set of minimum standards for potential officer recruits, and (3) realign/reestablish the precommissioning core curriculum, all to the end of producing 'quality' and brotherhood in Air Force officers through shared knowledge, experience, and dedication, despite the differences in their jobs. This monograph centers on the officer accession system since that is obviously the first point of control for quality. The organizations and management for officer production are adequately structured, well managed, and sufficiently dynamic to meet any foreseeable need. The author concludes that the crux of officer quality considerations rests in the definition of quality itself and a cohesive strategy for officer practices and programs for officer candidate selection, screening, and education. Quality of character is the most difficult to define and quantify, yet it is the most significant factor to consider if we are to go beyond purely educational criteria. The goal to quantify character quality is a most difficult objective-but well worth the investment in the long run.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA146841
Entities
People
- R. W. Stokes Jr
Organizations
- Air War College