Air Force Falcons

Unlike many nicknames that have mysterious or meaningless origins, the Air Force Academy’s nickname suits perfectly. The qualities possessed by the falcon are reflected in many ways by the cadets the bird represents.

Falcons are known for unhesitatingly attacking and killing prey twice their size. Due to military weight standards, the Air Force football team typically matches up against foes that have much greater sized linemen.

Keen eyesight is another falcon characteristic that’s found in Air Force Cadets. Students at the academy must have perfect vision to fly our nation’s elite aircraft.

The falcon also possesses other qualities that the Academy’s future naval officers must have to be successful. These positive traits include speed, power, courage, alertness and a noble tradition.

The falcon’s heritage has also soared into the United States Air Force. Fittingly, one of the best weapons in the Air Force arsenal is the F-16 Fighting Falcon

The Air Force Academy is in Colorado and has over 4000 students. The fighting falcon is the mascot. They are in the Mountain West conference. They have traditionally run the option attack offensively. Since Fisher DeBerry took over in 1984 they have been at the top of the statical board every year in rushing offenses.