Transcript lieutenant generals millard f. & hubert r. harmon award

Scholarship
And
Cadet Flight Indoctrination
Program
About Us
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Fraternal Organization of heavier
than air military pilots, active and
retired
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Over 13,500 members
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Worldwide network of 89 flights
History
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Genesis in 1921 when B/Gen Billy Mitchell urged
creation of organization to honor WWI American
military pilots
Established in 1934 to …perpetuate the spirit of
patriotism, love of country, memories, sad and
pleasant, of the service during WWI of American
airmen and to further cement comradeship
which bound them together during that period
The Objectives of the
Order of Daedalians
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Promote Air & Space Power in support of National Defense.
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Educate Americans to the advantages of Air & Space Power.
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Promote the rewards of a career in military aviation to young Americans.
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Honor the legacy of our Founder Members and all who have flown in
defense of our nation.
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Encourage and recognize improvements in Flight Safety, Weapons
Development, Combat Support and the overall effectiveness of Air & Space
Power.
Recognize exceptional performance by military pilots
How We Do That
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Comprehensive awards program
Scholarship programs
Cadet flight
indoctrination
program
Safety Awards
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MAJOR GENERAL BENJAMIN D. FOULOIS MEMORIAL AWARD: A
Daedalian trophy and safety of flight award presented annually to the Major
Air Command of the United States Air Force determined by the Chief of
Staff, USAF, to have achieved the best flying safety record during the award
period. (The original Daedalian trophy; first awarded in 1938.)
ADMIRAL JAMES S. RUSSELL NAVAL AVIATION FLIGHT SAFETY
AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented annually to the United
States Navy Flying unit selected by the Chief of Naval Operations as having
the most effective flight safety accident prevention program. (First awarded
in 1978.)
BRIGADIER GENERAL CARL I. HUTTON MEMORIAL AWARD: A
Daedalian trophy and award presented annually to the United States Army
unit determined by the Department of the Army to have demonstrated
outstanding professionalism and to have made invaluable contributions to
the advancement of flight safety in Army Aviation. (First awarded in 1978.)
Safety Awards (cont)
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BRIGADIER GENERAL FRANK P. LAHM MEMORIAL AWARD FOR
FLIGHT SAFETY: A Daedalian trophy and award presented annually to the
flying training wing adjudged by the Commander, Air Education and
Training command, USAF, to have the most effective flight safety program
during the previous calendar year. (First awarded in 1979.)
LIEUTENANT GENERAL ALLEN M. BURDETT, JR., ARMY AVIATION
FLIGHT SAFETY AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented
annually to the Army aviation training unit adjudged by the Commanding
General, TRADOC, to have the most effective aircraft accident prevention
program. (First awarded in 1970.)
ADMIRAL JOHN H. TOWERS FLIGHT SAFETY AWARD: A Daedalian
trophy and award presented annually to that training squadron of the Naval
Air Training Command adjudged by the Chief of Naval Air Training to have
achieved an outstanding record in its mission-oriented flight safety
program. (First awarded in 1968.)
Airmanship Awards
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DAEDALIAN EXCEPTIONAL PILOT AWARDS: A Daedalian trophy presented
annually to a pilot selected by each service: The U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy, the U.S.
Marine Corps, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Air Force. Selection is based on
exceptional deeds performed to assure mission success, acts of valor as an aviator,
or an extraordinary display of courage or leadership in the air in support of air
operations. (First awarded in 1999.)
LIEUTENANT GENERAL HAROLD L. GEORGE CIVILIAN AIRMANSHIP
AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented annually to the pilot, copilot
and/or crew of a United States certified commercial airline selected by a Federal
Aviation committee to have demonstrated ability, judgment and/or heroism above
and beyond normal operational requirements. (First awarded in 1956.)
ORVILLE WRIGHT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: A Daedalian award presented to
outstanding graduates of the undergraduate pilot training schools of the USAF Air
Education and Training Command, the Naval Air Training Command, and to
outstanding graduates of the Army Aviation School. (First awarded in 1960.)
Achievement Awards
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DAEDALIAN WEAPONS SYSTEM AWARD: The Colonel Franklin C.
Wolfe Memorial. A Daedalian trophy and award presented annually but
successively to recipients) in the Army, Navy or Air Force selected by the
respective service to have made the major contributions to the
development of an outstanding weapon system in use by that service. (First
awarded in 1970.)
MAJOR GENERAL WARREN R. CARTER LOGISTICS READINESS
AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented annually to the USAF
unit at Base Level selected by the Chief of Staff, USAF, as having achieved
the best supply effectiveness record in the United States Air Force in
support of mission aircraft and/or weapons. (First awarded in 1962.)
MAJOR GENERAL CLEMENTS MCMULLEN WEAPONS SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented
annually to a USAF unit (Wing Level) determined by Headquarters USAF to
have the best weapon system maintenance record for the preceding
calendar year. (First awarded in 1960.)
Education Awards
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LIEUTENANT GENERALS MILLARD F. & HUBERT R. HARMON
AWARD: A Daedalian award presented annually to the USAF
Academy Outstanding Cadet in the Order of Graduation - the top
graduate. (First awarded in 1959.)
GENERAL MUIR S. FAIRCHILD EDUCATIONAL
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: A Daedalian trophy and award presented
annually to a member or members of the Air University adjudged by
the Commander, Air University, to have made the most significant
contribution to Air University education or to Air Force education in
general. (First awarded in 1964.)
DAEDALIAN JROTC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: Presented
annually to outstanding cadets at participating high schools. (First
awarded in 1978.)
Scholarships
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Flight Scholarship Program
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Daedalian Foundation Matching Program
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Eagan Multi-Year Mentoring Scholarship
Program
Flight Scholarship Program
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Up to $2000(possible match up to $2000)
Recipient must have desire and potential
to be a commissioned military pilot
College student or high school senior who
has been accepted by a college or
university
Selection Factors
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Intention to pursue a career as a military
pilot
Demonstration of moral character and
patriotism
Scholastic and military standing and
aptitude
Physical condition and aptitude for flight
Application Process
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Complete written application
Submit to Longhorn Flight 38 Scholarship
Committee by November 30
Notified of selection by January 31
Check payable only to college or university
May be submitted to Daedalian
Foundation for possible matching
Application
Key Points
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Personal information, name, address, etc
Permanent contact information
School information
Academic achievement and recognition
Extracurricular activities, honors and
employment experience
Military service
Physical Status
Career objectives in aerospace activities
statement
Career objectives following graduation
College expenses and scholarships
Recent photograph (preferably 5 x 7)
Daedalian Foundation Matching
Program
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The Foundation provides scholarships through the Matching
Scholarship Program, wherein the Foundation matches amounts
given by Flights, or chapters of the Order of Daedalians, to
deserving college and university students who are pursuing a career
as a military aviator.
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Match up to $2000
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Same criteria as flight scholarship
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Must have been selected and awarded a flight scholarship
Eagan Multi-Year Mentoring
Scholarship Program
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Three or four year program
Freshman not eligible
Potentially $7500 to $10000 spread over as many as
four years
Reapply each year for follow-on funding
Must be in ROTC program
Must have and maintain 3.0 GPA
Must be medically qualified for flight training
Must apply for and be awarded military pilot training slot
at appropriate point in ROTC program
Cadet Flight Indoctrination Program
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Four way partnership of Daedalian Foundation, a
Daedalian flight, selected candidates and an
FAA-certified Flight training facility to provide
motivational flight training up to solo phase
Five Phases
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Preparation
Cadet selection
Ground school
Flight camp
Wrap up
CFIP Purpose
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Identify, screen and select eligible
applicant for participation in a flight
training program designed to enhance
their motivation to pursue a career in
military aviation
Eligibility Criteria
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Sophomore or above attending an accredited
high school or similar program or;
Enrolled in an accredited college program
Demonstrate desire and potential to become a
commissioned military pilot
16 years of age or above and have no physical
conditions that would be disqualifying
US citizen and fluent in English
Selection Criteria
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Letters of recommendation
Demonstrated high moral character
Demonstrated high level of motivation to complete the
program
Evidence of existing strong interest in aviation
High scholastic standing among peers and intent to
enter college
Good physical condition without apparent limitations
Willingness to make CFIP priority through program
completion
Positive support from applicant’s parent/guardian or
sponsor
Ground School
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Held in early summer for approximately
one week
Conducted by the flight training school
Successful completion results in
advancement to flight phase
Flight Phase
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Held at selected flight school/FBO
Cadets must be present for all scheduled
instruction
Training conducted through solo phase
not to exceed 20 flight hours (Avg is 14
hours)
Wrap Up
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Successful candidates receive certificate
and other memorabilia
Completing candidates submit brief
summary of their ground and flight
experiences
Application Key Points
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Personal information
School information
Aviation experience
Physical standards
Statement of career objective
Statement regarding college intentions and
expectations
Recent photograph
Key Dates
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Submit application – February 28
Notified of selection – April 30
Start of ground school – early summer at end of
school term
Flight phase – at end of successful ground
school completion
Submit summary of CFIP experience – July 31
Presentation of certificates/memorabilia –
October Flight meeting