# @af_academy on Instagram - **Type:** Video - **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DJCAnQOM_jz - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/29953120-af-academy-instagram - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/67913c47e2.jpg - **Posted:** 2025-04-29T13:01:42.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** U.S. Air Force Academy (@af_academy) β€” https://gondola.cc/af_academy ## Caption 🫑 π‘πžπœπ¨π π§π’π­π’π¨π§ & 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐒𝐨𝐧 Recognition & Promotion is a memorable culminating event. The 2-day event celebrates the recognition and promotion of all four classes. It is a pivotal moment in the cadet journeyβ€”symbolizing growth, leadership development and progression across the Cadet Wing. πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ 𝐊𝐞𝐲 π„π―πžπ§π­π¬ & 𝐇𝐒𝐠𝐑π₯𝐒𝐠𝐑𝐭𝐬 πŸ—£οΈ Leadership Talks – Cadets prepare for new leadership roles across the Wing. πŸ“œ Squadron Heritage Events – Deepen squadron pride and reinforce our legacy of excellence. πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Run to the Rock – C1Cs and C4Cs run together, showcasing the strength of mentorship. πŸͺ½ Prop and Wings – C4Cs are formally recognized with pins from upperclassmen, marking their growth in the Wing. 🍽️ Formal Dinner – Recognize the Wing’s outstanding achievements. πŸŽ–οΈ Promotion Ceremonies – Formal recognition of cadet growth: C4Cs ➑️ Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers C3Cs ➑️ Cadet Non-Commissioned Officers In-Charge C2Cs ➑️ Cadet Officers C1Cs ➑️ Commissioned Officers, upon graduation #USAFA #LeadersOfCharacterAndQuality #WarfightersToWin #WarriorEthos #AcademyLife #CadetLife ## Stats - **Views:** 8,549 - **Likes:** 3,986 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 26 ## Tags academylife, warfighterstowin, usafa, warriorethos, cadetlife, leadersofcharacterandquality --- Copyright (c) Gondola