Ar i z o n a W i n g ▪ C i v i l Ai r P a tr o l

“Progress through Leadership”

Volume 5, Issue 3
March 2007

Inside this issue:

Chaplain’s Corner 2

Command First 3
Greetings Arizona Wing, Sergeant’s Notes
It’s time to reflect on what we have been doing lately, and ensure that we are perform-
ing our missions safely and effectively. We have all been very busy over the past few months, Col William Winkert 4
and I just wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for working so hard to Retires
help us get the job done. It is efforts like these that are helping us to become the best Wing in
the nation. Inspector General’s 5
I urge you to take advantage of the new opportunities that are under revision at this Tips
time, especially in the Homeland Security area. This aspect of CAP service is still in its early
stages here in Arizona, but we are making great progress towards working with the State and Safety Notes 6
local agencies in the development of long term plans that will benefit everyone. More information
will follow as we continue to work towards the implementation stages of this area.
We also have an unprecedented amount of training that has, and will be taking place capMD 7
over the next several months. We have multiple Senior Officer activities that are aimed at giving
you the tools to excel in our organization, and are planning many more. In addition, our Cadets
are working very hard to prepare for the Southwest Region Cadet Competition, and we wish Sally Ride Festival 8
them the very best as they compete to defend their title from last year. Between the air shows,
courses and day to day activities, we are moving forward towards improving what we do and
how we do it. SHCS 301 Cadets 9

With all of that said, we must always remember our first priority. SAFETY. When things
get busy, it is human nature to try to take shortcuts just to keep up. We must always put safety 2007 Winter FTX 10-
above everything that we are trying to accomplish. Take an extra moment before you begin any 11
task at hand, and properly prepare yourself to make sure you are doing it safely.
Officer Awards 12-
13

Upcoming Events 14

Happy St. Patrick’s Day

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Own Up, things will get better ---

In our daily efforts to do well and succeed at our jobs, raise our
children properly if we have them, get along with our spouse or
significant other we sometimes make mistakes. All of us do, including,
I freely admit, myself. The problem with most us is that we do not like
to own up to our mistakes. Today’s society seems intent on finding
ways to escape responsibility or shift the blame to someone else.

If you don’t believe this why the mushrooming lawsuits trying to get
someone else to pay for a mistake we made? Do you ever notice all
the warning labels on products you buy? Who needs to be reminded
that if you stand on the top step of a ladder you might fall off? Who
needs to be warned not to put your hand under a lawn mower while it
is running? Are people really that dumb? The answer to all is
probably NO. The labels are therein an attempt to forestall a lawsuit
should somebody be injured and not want to admit he/she made a
mistake. Is this something new? Actually, no again.

In the beginning, according to the Christian Bible, Adam and Eve ate
of the forbidden fruit. When confronted by God, the man said, “The
woman whom You gave to be with me, she gave me of the tree, and I
ate.” The woman then said, “The serpent deceived me, and I ate.”
So, it seems, trying to shift the blame is innate to human nature and
must be understood. It is perfectly normal to not want to admit we
made a mistake. But, it is also taught that it is necessary to admit a
mistake in order to be forgiven.

As mere humans we must learn that the biggest mistake of all is trying
to cover up our mistakes or blame others. Let us be big enough to own
our mistakes that we may grow and learn from them.
We should learn that when we do fall short, others, including our Lord,
are there to pick us up, strengthen us, and restore our confidence and
faith.

If we could all learn that lesson and own up to our mistakes in working
in Civil Air Patrol, and with each other, the Arizona Wing would easily
become the best in the nation.
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Command
First Sergeant Notes

Effective Use of the Chain of Command

It’s imperative we have a basic understanding what the “chain of command” really means and
how it affects us as Civil Air Patrol members. The concept should not be new to members who have
not served in the military; however, the verbiage “chain of command” could be intimidating for some.
In business terms, chain of command is a structure of decision-making responsibilities from the
higher levels of authority to the lower levels. The dictionary defines chain of command as a system
whereby authority passes down from the top through a series of executive positions in which each is
accountable to the one directly superior. And finally, the military definition of chain of command is
the succession of commanding officers from a superior to a subordinate through which command is
exercised. We have a chain of command system in our school system, corporations, financial institu-
tions, state offices, hospitals, and just about any other large business or corporation that has more
than 30 personnel. Chain of command is not just a military thing…civilian entities have procedures in
place whereby subordinates (workers) discuss issues / concerns with their superiors (supervisors)
first prior to them going directly to the CEO, General Manager, Owner or Company President. Con-
sequently, being a “volunteer” in most civilian organizations does not exempt members from using
the appropriate chain of command. Likewise, we as Civil Air Patrol members are affiliated with a par-
ent military organization, the United States Air Force, and we are promoted utilizing military ranks
and wear military style uniforms as representatives of the Air Force Auxiliary. So, this makes the use
of the chain of command very appropriate to our profession as CAP members. Now, the $64,000
question is how do we apply the chain of command appropriately in our daily jobs in CAP? Answer:
The same way we would in a civilian or military organization.
We must all understand that we are accountable to someone in CAP. Just because we do not
receive annual performance reports or receive paychecks, we are still accountable to someone. For
example, the unit Moral Leadership Officer is accountable to the Commander or Chaplain; a DCC is
accountable to the Commander; the Unit Commander is accountable to the Group Commander; the
Group Commander is accountable to the Vice Wing Commander; and Directors are accountable to
their respective Deputy Chief of Staff (DCS). If you do not know who you are accountable to, I highly
encourage you ask your unit commander or DCS. It’s incumbent for all of us to use the chain of com-
mand whether working issues, brainstorming new processes or dealing with personal conflicts. Per-
sonnel at the next higher level of supervision or position should be knowledgeable enough to assist.
If not, they have the responsibility to recommend that you present your case to the next level in the
chain. Ultimately, you would continue up the chain of command until you have the answer (maybe
not necessarily the one you wanted) or have the opportunity to communicate your concerns. Unfor-
tunately, we have officers who bypass two or three levels of command and go directly to the Wing
Commander resulting in “inappropriate use” of the chain. Don’t get me wrong; there are times when
you should by-pass your chain of command. Some of these instances are when superiors are violat-
ing policy, directives or tolerating / condoning illegal or unlawful activities that are not compatible
with our CAP and AF core values.
Everyone has the right to use the chain of command in a civilian, military or volunteer organi-
zation. We just need to find out what levels of command are above our current duty position and fol-
low the chain upward appropriately. Lastly, please realize this is our right and anyone preventing us
from using the chain is not fulfilling their personal and professional responsibilities.
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Former Missouri Wing Commander

Colonel William Winkert
Retires in Arizona
By Capt William Lynam, Prescott Composite Sq. 260 Commander
Photos by Capt J. Brandon Masangcay

Colonel William Winkert became a cadet in 1949 at Miller Field, Staten

Island, NY as a Cadet 1st Lieutenant. He had a break in CAP service to join
the military. Col Winkert rejoined CAP in 1969 and took command of the
Sussex County Composite Unit in New Jersey. He was transferred to Kansas
City, MO in 1972 and commanded the Richard Gebaur Composite Unit, which
won best in the Wing. Col Winkert interviewed for a new position and be-
came the Missouri Wing Commander.

Col Winkert came to Arizona in January of 2006 taking an opportunity

to instruct meteorology for Lockheed Martin in Prescott Valley and
subsequently joined Squadron 206 in Prescott. After being the IC on several
SAREX’s, he was asked to serve as the Wing Homeland Security Officer.
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Inspector General’s
Tips
By
Capt John E. Lindsey, AZWG Asst. IG

"GIVING CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE"

As commanders we have a duty to assure all our members have duty as-
signments within the unit.

Our members can be recognized for their hard work by:

a. Credit the new member with completion of level one training (CAPF 11).

b. Assign the member a duty position and insure it is reflected in HQCAP

eService (Member Search) under Duty positions as either "PRIMARY" or
"ASSISTANT.

c. Select Specialty track applicable to the duty position.

d. Have an "OPEN DOOR" policy.

e. Show interest in the Professional Development of members.

f. Establish realistic goals for attainment of Technician, Senior and Master

ratings by members..

HQCAP eServices (Member Search) is a very valuable tool that the com-
mander and personnel officer can use when considering who should fill
which unit position.
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Safety Notes
By
Lt Col Mark D. Hardison, AZWG Director of Safety

The crack of the bat; the sound of a ball against the back-board; the “ping” of a well hit
drive down the fairway… All call to mind some of the reasons that we are so fortunate to
live in Arizona! But these sounds also call to mind other things. Now that it’s warming up,
there is a lot more to do besides stock up on sun block and make plans for leisure time.

• What about your car? That anti-freeze is also your coolant, when was it last changed?
Is it time to change it again? Or to flush the radiator?
• And the oil! Don’t forget that: it’s not only a lubricant, the viscosity/weight can have an
effect on engine performance, especially in temperature extremes. When was that last
changed?
• How about checking the belts, hoses and tires? And the wiper blades? If you can’t
remember replacing the wiper blades, just buy a new set.

Summer is coming! We often think about winterizing the cars or the house, but don’t forget
to make preparations for the summer, too.

There are also training opportunities as well.

• “Density Altitude” training can productively serve any flight crew. It is a good AE lesson
for non-flying members as well.
• This is also the time of year that bee swarms are starting to spread. Has your unit had
a training session about how to deal with a bee swarm? They can be found anywhere;
at work or at home, and even near your unit’s meeting place.

In short, a little planning now can prevent a lot of problems later. Plan to be SAFE!
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capMD
By
Lt Col Charles Bendixen
AZ Wing Medical Officer

As Wing Medical Officer, I'd like to submit my suggestions for Basic First Aid Kit contents.

Many expensive First Aid Kits are available commercially. If you don't want to buy a com-
mercial kit, these are the basics you should include in your first aid kit for home or travel.
Basic First Aid Kits should include these items:
• Adhesive tape 1/2" and 1" rolls.
• Anesthetic spray (Bactine) or lotion (Calamine, Campho-Phenique) - For itching
rashes and insect bites
• 4" x 4" sterile gauze pads - For covering and cleaning wounds, as a soft eye patch
• 2", 3", and 4" Ace bandages - For wrapping sprained or strained joints, for wrapping
gauze on to wounds, for wrapping on splints
• Adhesive bandages (all sizes)
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) - Oral antihistamine for allergic reactions, itching rashes.
Avoid topical antihistamine creams because they may worsen the rash in some people.
• Exam gloves - For infection protection, and can be made into ice packs if filled with
water and frozen (several pair)
• Polysporin antibiotic cream - To apply to simple wounds
• Nonadhesive pads (Telfa) - For covering wounds and burns
• Pocket mask for CPR
• Resealable oven bag - As a container for contaminated articles, can become an ice
pack
• Safety pins (large and small) - For splinter removal and for securing triangular
bandage sling
• Scissors
• Triangular bandage - As a sling, towel, tourniquet
• Tweezers - For splinter or stinger or tick removal

Other hints: Kit should be water proof

Kit should be organized in several small zip-loc type baggies.
Keep kit readily accessible....so you don't have to hunt when needed.
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Sally Ride Festival
a Huge Success
By Lt Col A. Pete Feltz
Deputy Director, AZWG Aerospace Education
Photo shows Lt Col Bill Turner,
AZWG Director of Aerospace
Education and Maj Rick Yang, AZWG
External Aerospace Education
Officer, discussing Civil Air Patrol
Aerospace Education Program to
some of the many young ladies and
their parents who stopped by the Civil
Air Patrol Aerospace Education booth
at the Sally Ride Festival on 25 Feb. at
ASU's Barrett Honors College. There
were quite a large number of young
ladies stop by showing an interest in
Aviation and Aerospace.
As part of our recruiting
program, many brochures were
distributed and information supplied
of the location of our
Squadrons. Hopefully some of these
referrals will actually seek out these
units. CAP members, Bill Turner,
Fritz Seifritz, Rick Yang and Pete Feltz
set up the booth and spoke to
potential members about our
programs.
Sally Ride, a retired astronaut,
began this nationwide science
program and has been taking here
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Science and Technology Festival to
ASU since 2002. This program is
designed to encourage young ladies
to get involved in math science and
space.
This year the featured speaker
was retired NASA Astronaut Wendy
Lawrence. She showed a video of
herself and fellow astronauts floating
weightless aboard the International
Space Station. She had made four
trips into space in various positions
and wanted her audience know how
great these adventures were and to
encourage them to consider following
the same path. It was obvious by the
response of the young girls they also
were excited with the presentation.
We had hoped some of our
cadets would have attended but there
was a Winter FTX up on the Rim that
was the same weekend. There will be
other opportunities next year and
hopefully some of our female cadets
will decide to attend.
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Sky Harbor Cadet Squadron 301

Cadets receive Milestone Awards
By Capt J. Brandon Masangcay, WingTips Editor

Cadet Lindsay E. Davis receives the Gen.

Billy Mitchell Award from AZWG Deputy
Commander Lt Col Art Bornstein. She is
promoted to the rank of C/2nd Lt by Lt Col
Bornstein and Capt J. Brandon
Masangcay, Commander, SHCS 301.

Cadet Philip “Sheridan” Benard receives

the Wright Brothers Award from AZWG
Deputy Commander, Lt Col Art Bornstein.
He is promoted to the rank of C/Staff
Sergeant.
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2007 AZWG
Winter FTX
Article and Photos by
Capt J. Brandon Masangcay, WingTips Editor

MONGOLLÓN RIM, AZ (February 23-25, 2007) – Cadets from Squadrons 103,

210, 310, and 356 participated in the 2007 AZ Wing Winter Field Training
Exercise under extreme temperatures. The previous week’s snowfall
provided the cadets a training environment not too common in the
Southwest Desert.
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Officer Awards
Promotions

Major Scott “Kozak” Kozakiewicz,

AZWG Deputy Chief of Staff of
Training, receives his Certificate of
Promotion from Lt Col Art Bornstein,
AZWG Vice Commander
Capt Paul Vukules, AZWG Director of
Finance, is promoted to the rank of Major
by AZWG Vice Commander, Lt Col Art
Bornstein and AZWG Chief of Staff,
Maj John Kruger

Special Award

Lt Col Newton Muehleisn, AZWG

Emergency Services Ground
Operations Coordinator receives
the 2007 AZWG Cadet Conference
Favorite Emergency Services
Coordinator Award from
AZWG Vice Commander, Lt Col Art
Bornstein on behalf of the AZWG
Cadet Corps
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Professional Development Awards

Capt John Lindsey, AZWG

Assistant IG, receives the Capt Frank Scherer, AZWG Inspector General and Maj Scott
Benjamin O. Davis, Jr. Award Kozakiewicz, AZWG nDeputy Chief of Staff of Training, both
from AZWG Vice Commander, receive the Grover Loening Award from AZWG Vice
Lt Col Art Bornstein Commander, Lt Col Art Bornstein

Capt Frank Scherer, AZWG Inspector 1Lt Elliott Korona, AZWG Assistant
General receives the Director of Cadet Programs receives the
Paul E. Garber Award BGen Chuck Yeager Aerospace Award
from AZWG Vice Commander from AZWG Vice Commander
Lt Col Art Bornstein Lt Col Art Bornstein
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Upcoming Events
March

17 - 18 Davis-Monthan AFB Air Show

featuring the Navy Blue Angels

AZ Wing SAREX

24 - 25 Luke Days
featuring the USAF Thunderbirds

30 Mar - 1 Apr
Desert FTX

Office of Public Affairs

1Lt Rob Davidson Maj James Nova Capt J. Brandon Masangcay
Director Asst. Director Asst. Director
WingTips Editor-in-Chief