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For a flight, about how long should the pause be between the preparatory command and the command of execution?

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  1. No pause at all
  2. About two steps
  3. About one step

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References

  1. CAPP 60-33, Civil Air Patrol Drill and Ceremonies (Nov 2025), 2.7.1 Cadence www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/P_6033_2217FEEE8C89F.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. CAPP 60-33, 2.7.3 www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/P_6033_2217FEEE8C89F.pdf Checked 2026-10-10.

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