Drill is governed by Department of the AF Pamphlet 34-1203, Drill and Ceremonies. By the end of the second semester, first-year cadets should be able to perform the 30-Step Drill Sequence described below. Second-, third- and fourth-year cadets should be able to command a flight through the 30-Step Drill Sequence.

FORMING AND SIZING THE FLIGHT

Before conducting any drill, form and size the flight using the following commands:

FALL IN (Line Formation)

Right, FACE

With the exception of the Element Leader and the Guide, if you are taller than the cadet in front of you, tap them on the shoulder and move forward.

Right, FACE

With no exceptions, if you are taller than the cadet in front of you, tap them on the shoulder and move forward.

Left, FACE

Once again, with the exception of the Element Leader and the Guide, if you are taller than the cadet in front of you, tap them on the shoulder and move forward.

COVER

Count, OFF

Left, FACE

REPORTING IN/OUT

At the beginning and end of the drill sequence, you must report to the examiner/reviewing officer.

Reporting In. Salute the examiner/reviewing officer and say:

Sir/Ma’am, (A, B, etc) Flight reporting in for the 30-step drill sequence. We will be performing in accordance with Air Force Manual 36-2203. Request permission to use your drill pad, sir/ma’am.

Reporting Out. Salute the examiner/reviewing officer and say:

Sir/Ma’am, (A, B, etc) Flight reporting out of the 30-step drill sequence. We were performing in accordance with Air Force Manual 36-2203. Request permission to exit your drill pad, sir/ma’am.