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Serving America Since 1941

The proposal for a Civil Air Patrol was approved by the Commerce, Navy, and War departments in November, 1941, and CAP national headquarters opened its doors on December 1, under the direction of national commander Maj. Gen. John F. Curry. Existing CADS, CAR and other flying units soon merged under the CAP banner. Public announcement of CAP and national recruiting commenced on Dec. 8.

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Alpine Mountain Flying Clinic

The 2023 Alpine Mountain Flying Clinic is currently scheduled to be held 14 Apr 16 - 16 Apr 16. Registration information will be sent to eligible Texas Wing pilots.

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2023 High-Altitude Balloon Challenge Registration Opens

Civil Air Patrol’s Aerospace Education directorate is launching the third annual National High-Altitude Balloon Challenge for cadets, with team registration open through May 22.Begun as the first national cadet STEM competition in 2021, the balloon c...

Outgoing First Air Force Commander Flies with CAP

After a distinguished 35-year career in the U.S. Air Force, the first three-star general to officially fly with Civil Air Patrol is retiring.Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce will step down March 31 from his post as commander, Continental U.S. North American Aero...

Cadets Awarded 91 Scholarships Worth $155K

Ninety-one scholarships totaling $155,000 have been awarded to Civil Air Patrol cadets from 32 wings and one overseas unit.The total includes 63 academic scholarships worth $123,500 and 28 flight scholarships worth $31,500.Cadets in the Southea...

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