What is Arnold Air Society?

AAS Mission Statement: To create outstanding Air Force Officer candidates through the implementation of additional training while working as a society to further the purpose, traditions, and concepts of the United States Air Force.

History of Arnold Air

“At summer camp in 1947, a group of AFROTC cadets from Cincinnati, Ohio discussed the possibility of an honorary society and presented their idea to Captain Nolkamper. A committee of cadets was formed to write a constitution and to find a name. The name was chosen in a unanimous decision was to honor General H. H. Arnold, one of the greatest leaders in aviation history. The permission to use his name was granted in December of 1947, with provision that the society begin on a local basis at the University of Cincinnati, with expansion of a spontaneous nature.

In April of 1948, the United States Air Force officially recognized the society.” (www.arnold-air.org)

How do I join AAS?

To join Arnold Air Society you must complete an 11 week training program that is ran in the fall semester of every year. The training will help you become a better leader while learning many skills that will help you succeed as an Air Force officer. The training is not easy and will test you both mentally and physically. In the end you will have accomplished something to be proud of and will receive some of the best training in the nation.

What is Silver Wings?

Silver wings is our sister civilian organization, originally founded and known as Angel Flight at the University of Omaha in 1952. During the 1980’s Angel Flight’s petition was approved and they became known as Angel Flight-Silver Wings (AnF-SW) in 1995. 

The activities of Silver Wings are as follows: emphasize leadership, citizenship, and development of professional skills. In order to provide continuity of identity on the local campus, existing chapters chartered under the name Angel Flight or Silver Wings continue to operate under this name. 

Important AAS Knowledge

Colors

The colors of Arnold Air Society are red, white, blue, and yellow-orange.

Motto

“The warrior who cultivates his mind, polishes his arms.” Duc de Boufflers

Your browser may not support display of this image.Symbol

The symbol of the Arnold Air Society is a pair of gold wings set to either side of a white star containing a red ball. The wings are set above two blue wreaths, bearing the inscription “Arnold Air Society.” The gold wings signify courage; the white star signifies purity; the red ball stands for the blood shed by American fighting men; the blue symbolizes the sky.

Flower

The official flower of the Arnold Air Society is the Crimson Glory Rose.