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When a flight sergeant leads the flight in line, where do they stand after Ready, FRONT?

3 paces from and centered on the flight.

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  1. 3 paces from and centered on the flight ✔
  2. At the end of the first rank
  3. Right behind the last element

Why: On the Achievement 5 test, the flight sergeant checks alignment, then returns to a spot 3 paces in front of the flight and centered on it to give the next command.

Huh, didn't know that: Only the flight sergeant's commands are graded, not how well the flight performs them.

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Why did the flight sergeant stand in the middle? They liked being the center of attention.
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Answer: 3 paces from and centered on the flight. On the Achievement 5 test, the flight sergeant checks alignment, then returns to a spot 3 paces in front of the flight and centered on it to give the next command.

  1. CAPP 60-34, Drill & Ceremonies Practical Tests, 3 September 2024, Achievement 5 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPP_6034_Sept_24_3e0cc652c818b.pdf
    After giving command, resumes position 3 paces from and centered on the flight.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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