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When a squadron is inspected, whom does the inspector check first?

The guidon bearer.

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  1. The first sergeant
  2. The guidon bearer ✔
  3. The shortest cadet

Why: The inspection starts at the right of the line with the guidon bearer, who may go to parade rest once inspected. Then the inspector moves through the flights.

Huh, didn't know that: A squadron must be formed in line to be inspected.

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Why did the guidon bearer go first? Somebody had to flag down the inspector.
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Answer: The guidon bearer. The inspection starts at the right of the line with the guidon bearer, who may go to parade rest once inspected. Then the inspector moves through the flights.

  1. CAPP 60-33, Civil Air Patrol Drill and Ceremonies (Nov 2025), 5.5.2 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/P_6033_2217FEEE8C89F.pdf
    The inspector begins by inspecting the guidon bearer.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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