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A cadet borrows a squadron radio and tosses it around for fun. What does that break?

The rule against mishandling equipment lent to you.

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  1. Nothing, as long as it still works
  2. Only the radio's warranty
  3. The rule against mishandling lent equipment ✔

Why: The Standards of Cadet Conduct ban taking what isn't yours and also breaking or mishandling gear someone lends you. Borrowed gear deserves extra care.

Huh, didn't know that: Cadets who don't meet the standards face progressive discipline, which starts small and builds.

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Why did the radio break up with the cadet? It felt like it was always being tossed aside.
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Answer: The rule against mishandling lent equipment. The Standards of Cadet Conduct ban taking what isn't yours and also breaking or mishandling gear someone lends you. Borrowed gear deserves extra care.

  1. CAPR 60-1, Cadet Program Management (18 Aug 2025), Table 1.1 Standards of Cadet Conduct www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/R_601_D19B3E261AA1D.pdf
    Taking property that does not belong to you, or breaking or mishandling equipment that is lent to you, is prohibited.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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