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    ene oe ey sleulal Bo fy ho eV aa Sra Rr eo Sameer § a cadet, there was a question on an aerospace test that asked forthe definition of a tool. I'm not sure 1 ever answered it comecty, but a8 ook beck, Irealize that this was per haps an extremely important question, We, individually, are extemely capa: bie, but in order to be more prodiuc- tive, we need to use many tools that are avaible, The tools of technology ‘computes and internet - ae those that 1 consider imperatives in the expan- sive spheres of communication and {nformaton research, As a spokesman for technology, I want to bring to your attention various tools that are svail- able to you and me with regard to CAP. CAPWATCH: This is the National Headquarters database that is available from the National website, via the link ‘eServies". Tis MS Accest database hosts all ofthe per sonal and organization data that a member or commander could need, Tracking of membership status, training achievements, contact information are only a few of the highligh. One great advantage is that you, the member, ‘can go ino this site and update your data, "At the wing level, we use this databate to load in- formation into the Unit Directory, the Communication Roster, Unit Statistics Chart, and Wing Mailings. We also ‘extract dita about member's 101 rocorde and pilots au- thorizaticns. If your data isnot corrector cute, it could ‘exclude you from involvement. WING WEBSITE: One ofthe conces {have ard throughout my 20 years in| tte ee CAP is timelines of nermation thebase vel of CAP. The Flora Wing] ra Webs: Sebati pasted on acount tans "| eessp {Tam te webmaster, bobby] andl conti te test ifomation on event, dats, tne, ad specifics “This crent at can assist the units in day-to-day pcan. Cerin fr aware nd promotion, wing Stplewes and forms, city flyers, and monthly safety briefings are just a faction of the tols that are avail= able. And, best of sl, our website is there for you 24 ours a day/ 7 days a week. MAILHOST: In November 1998, 4 lage explosion of e-mail hosts ocurred and with it came the ‘means to bring information direct to members’ homes at low cost very Group, and a high percent 90 of units have erated a tailoe that allows them to et information ‘ut quickly o their members and to ‘liminate the comment about lack ‘of communications. ‘Additionally, most of the CAP Speciaes, ie, Command, ‘Emergency Services, Communica: tions, Cadet Programs, ete. have amalboxes which can be found on ‘he main page of the wing website IF you want to be cutent 0a your ; specialties, get onto these mailing FORMS: In trying to convert CAP toa paperess op- eration, the creation of on-line forms is high on my lis. We have used them for conférence registrations and currently have set up a SAR reporting page to facilitate Incident Commandar’s reporting, as well s « Vehicle Usage page for refoting how we use our vebicles. More are in preparation to include award recognition and taining request, ‘LOGS: Various logs that I have asked stato create are distributed to all unit commanders. Chef amongst ‘these is the Personsel Log which covers promotion, ‘avards and organizational actions. This spreadsheet details the status of the flow of these actions. Other Jog include the 101 card log, the vehicle usage log, the aireraft usage log, and the salty eveat log. All ofthese tools, when used propery, help us to do ‘ur jobs more profesionaly and comprehensively. Use ofthese tools help sach of us to advance. Reach out and find the too of tls that help you to succeed. 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Fhe torte {fer oN’ bay. he Noh Ftd ve wend frisbee eg tty lovely tn evotea tate hance of be en sd wen who ave made comey ges hve CS lb Mhe Tens Pa te ofr rb, as nL sn sn Ses fr ‘tes ot our foaty since cy wor fe ore The Elenendh Fold be esa «Hebrew cb, Petes ees entation eveyone of Se sa of King De sad Kg Solomon drs nh em, he Sensfaceme Goof Abt, he wd na, The Tet Fl ees of Cnn ite, Hactinliegobaeaio® Siem ofccty and pores, mee Cod the Puc, Sead he ly Ghent Teas pos Has 23343 Blas Watt Ciel, | Wen ie gs comely id he te wpm ening a ans moto, “a Go Boce Raton, FL33483,W" Trost” Fae slaty Sf ei en ted kyo ec ctl i ‘re soon ho seve wer Gro George Washing sa he sur a! ars Wh , {hc ser Cyn oa Peso mre fled by contd apa ee Ame EMail sBharis@atinet $5 Sia Unio Sta, peoevag bre gh, eps eens we eth xo jing has received three new ‘vans for our fleet. Our need is much greater since many units don't have this asset. The ‘National Vehicle Committee, on ‘which Col. Sharkey is a member, ‘will be researching this matter for possible resolution in 2003, Deis Seven Per formance is beyond the test- ing stage end is in use at seveu Alaskan sports anil soon be in use at San Francisco International Aiport. In essence, this new technology permits an airliner to home in on aby pont on earth using only geographical co- ordinates. RNP works by combin- ing signals from GPS, ground and air based navigational systems and inerial guidance systems. Each system ctoss checks the othe, a5- suring that none are incorrect. NP is so precise it allows a plane to land in zero visibly oF avoid crashing into a mountain obscured by clouds. Tt will also allow sirerah to fly closer to- ether, promoting more efficient tse of the sy art Rogers of Martinsburg, West Virginia has finaly, after 11 years, finished the restoration of his “former sub- chaser sircraft—a 1940 Stinson 10, N26265. Research by Rogers ‘has shown the Stinson was flown by Sub Patrol Base Two pilots Eddie Edwards and Tom O'Day. Roger Til Wannagen DC 3, Paul Blystone reports thet Operation ‘Check-in was a Ihuge success Six net contel stations; FC6330, FC426, FC404, FC810, FCS1O and FC729 wer all operative at their designated times. The CAP airborne repeater flew from Gainesville to Lake City and return, to test the effec tiveness, range and clarity of ow ‘VHF radio system and repeater ‘Simplex and Duplex communica tion was used. More than 100 par- ticipated and the range was re- markable. Florida Cap 6330 [near the Georgia border] was checking in stations from Jacksonville, ‘Tamps, Orlando, Deland and Day. tona Beach areas with a high level of readability, Iready on the main General Aviation ramp at Tallahas- see Regional Airport, ca ets from the Tallahassee Com- posite Squadron were prepared fo: sn evening briefing on the T-38 Talon USAF training aireraft Air- crews from Columbus AFB were ‘making final preparations to pre- sent their three aircraft to the ce dets when the group was notified that an inbound jet carrying a VIP would need to be parked where they were standing in formation. Cadet Flight Leaders quickly ‘marched their fights into a sin- Ble file formation creating a loug row of Civil Air Patrol cadets that would extend from the ramp to the vehicle exit gate. After the aircraft came to @ stop, the pas- senger disembarked to vehicles forming 2 caravan on the way ‘out of the airport. The Cadet Flight Leaders. instantaneously fordered a hand salute as the caravan passed, ‘At that moment the cara- van slowed, made a U-tum, and stopped discetly in front of the ‘cadet line. A door opened and ‘out stepped Governor Jeb Bush, Governor Bush returned the salute and then walked down to the very end of the cadet line ‘and one-by-one shook hands with each of the cadets. He thanked each for their help and told them they were involved in an excellent program. ‘Before leaving, the Gov- emor shook hands "with the Flight Leaders and the USAF ‘LL who arrived to begin the briefing. When the convey de- parted, he asked “Who was that guy?” He was quite astounded to be told he had shaken the hand of the Florida Governor. ‘WINTER 2002| FLORIDA FACTS, PAGE A CAP WINS NATIONAL AWARDS FOR AEROSPACE EDUCATION ‘Air Force Auxiliary receives Vandenberg and Hardy Awards ‘Although the Civil Air Patrol , official Auxil- inry of the United States Alr Force, is better known for its search and rescue missions or dis- aster relief, recent national awards demonstrate ‘the organization’s expertise in aerospace educa- tion. CAP. received! ‘two awards! for contribu. tions to sero- space educs-| ‘tion from the’ ‘Air Force As sociation, a non-profit ci- villian group ‘that promotes aerospace power ss fun- damental to national secu- rity. The 2002 Hoyt §. Van- denberg ‘Award and the George D. Hardy Award were pre- sented to CAP in conjunction with AFA’s national conference in Washington, D.C. “The Vandenberg Award is one of AFA’s high- est honors,” sald Napolean Byars, AFA Director of Policy and Communications. “It recognizes outstanding contributions in aerospace educa- ‘The Aerospace Education Foundation selected Capt. Ed signed to promote aerospace edu ‘cation activities in classrooms from kindergarten grade, The lump sum grant can be used for exciting projects, that this ‘Martin, Commander of Miramar High School Cadet Squadron to be cone of Florida's recipients of a $250 grant. The program is de- Director Col, Al Allenbeck and Tom MeKee, AFA Chatman ofthe Board, tion, As a national organization, CAP enhances the lives of thousands of youths by introducing them to aerospace education. Many have gone on to be na- tional leaders and make significant contributions to air and space programs. CAP trains its adult and cadet members nation wide in aviation and aerospace technology and provides lesson plans and class- room materials to teachers free of charge. Among its offerings are text- books, “The Jour- ney of Flight” and Aerospace Di- mensions”, and the in-depth Aero- space Education Award Program available to CAP’s member ship of over 62,000. Members throughout the nation follow a prescribed cur- ‘iculum with periodic tests and must meet rigor- ‘ous requirements to excel. The Vandenberg Award is named in memory of Gen. Hoyt 8. Vandenberg , who was the second chief of staff of the United States Air Force. EDUCATOR GRANT WINNERS year include building rockets, Visiting the Johnson Space Center, purchase of computer oftware that allows the students to fly the Space Shuttle, and pur- chasing supplemental textbooks. to twelfth for HOMELAND SECURITY The 9-11 tragedy isa non-ending cis fac- ing our nation Homeland Security Secretary Designate ‘Tom Ridge will ake office on January 24, 2003 and neal all of the 22 departments and agen- cies and thie 170,000 personnel will begin consolidating into the new department on March 1, 2003. Tis enormous reorganization will ideally be completed prior to 2004 Since terrorism is «continuing and imme- diate threat, the U.S. Ai Foree Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol has been posi- tioned to bea “cost ef- fective force multiple for the Air Force", said CAP Executive Diteetor Al Allenback, formerly an Air Force Colonel, ‘When Brig. Gen. Dave Clary, Aix Force Homeland Security Dizector, recently toured Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters at Maxwell Ait Force Base, he concluded our 62,000 members na- fionwide trained and experienced in reconnss- sance, seach and rescue, and disaster relief with more than $30 irra and 50,000 radios is a unique resource for our nation Executive Director Allenback assured Gen- ral Cary tat, “CAP can put an airbase platform ‘over any major metropolitan area or strategic re- Source in the United Sates within 2 hous or less for $90 an hour.” “Many don't realize that following the 9-11 devastation, the fst planes fying over Ground Zero in New York City were those flown by CAP,” said Phil Boyer, President of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association [AOPA ‘Ar Force Chief of Staff General John Jumper recently recognized CAP's effectiveness by advancing our National Commander Brig. Gen, Richard Bowling to the rank of Major General and ‘our Viee Commander, Col. Dwight Wheless to the ‘nk of Brigadier Gen- ena In ight of the ecncems of trois ac- tvs inoresing and Jonce agin, causing de- scuction in Ameria, ICAP is ready toll in sponse o Homeland Security needs, Our sills inciismanage- ment, ansportng key persoael ad vital mate Fal, reconnaissance, CounterDrugs and bor- der patel misions is 0 ros valabl asec for the AirForee “For 61 years CAP bas selfessly ty Thi Vr 8608 our nation andthe ere “USAF with integrity, pride and devotion and hs eamed the enduring op- preciaton of a gatful nation ab our country’s ‘eyes othe home skies, sid Genera per 'CAP's National Operations Centr at Max- ‘wol AFB is fll operational CAP i exploiting ‘technologies such as hyper spectral imaging, night vision, and thermal imaging which make ou ef forts even more effective. Major General Bowing informed USAF General Clary “We believe rained, equiped, and ready volunteer civilian sxiiary ean provide Significant suppor for omeand security opera- tins atthe feral, state andlocal levels. We d- revly support the tree iz Fore Homeland Secu- ‘ty Task Force mission goals = preven, protect and ‘respond - and add fourth of our own prepare" President Bush stressed recent, “The bat- tlt for his 21st century war is reat home. “The threat of terroriam attack is growing, so the Wine 2002| FLORIDA FACTS. need fraction is important” racr®| Continued from PAGE 6 CCAP is ready and is expanding and improv- ing its readiness to best serve our nation once again in time of need. The practical consequences of weap- ‘ons of mass destruction if used by terrorists must be evaluated. Two modeling bility [HPAC] and Conse- quences Assessment Tool Set [CATS] are both capa- ble of calculating the out- come of thousands of pos- sible scenarios involving] weapons of mass destruc-| tion. These outputs are sig- nificantly valuable for CAP’s response prepared Additionally, the| new CAP National Opera- ‘tions Center i fully opera- tional and the chief is Rick MeDow. Prior to joining CAP one year ago, ‘Rick served in the Air Force for 24 years. He was re- sponsible for operations at numerous command post locations both in the United States and overseas to include support for Operations Desert Shield and De- sert Storm. Rick has the leadership skills as well as ‘background and experience to ensure the National ‘Operations Center [NOC] meets the needs of both the field, our Homeland Security Agencies and the US. Air Force. Air Force Homeland Security Director Gen- eral Clary received a full briefing of the NOC during his recent visit. Clary observed that “knew the Civil ‘Air Patrol was a large organization, but its capabili- ties are greater than I'd thought. CAP definitely has ‘upward potential.” Col. Al Allenback, CAP Execu- tive Director stated, “We were pleased General Clary ‘was able to get our homeland security capabilities briefing first hand, and lear about potentials for ex- ploitation of "beyond the eyeball” technologies to en- hhance security around the clock.” This new National thelr name, ine “Cadet iting” of tort bor sign into emergency room admission for recording of and degree of pala. Fach was as- signed to medical eam for diagnosis and treatment. Operations Center provides a ‘one stop" center for the many federal, state and loal goverament agen- cies that use CAP's services. ‘Capt. Diane Rei, Southeast Region Direc- tor of Persone), repors the Weston Cadet Squsd- ron andthe Coral Springs Cadet Squadron partic- pated in a Weapons of Mass Destruction simula- Jety of injuries and. re- Jeeived bandages to their heads, arms, legs and Jeyes. They had to sign in jas if they were just ‘brought to the medical fa- cility and had to act as if they were in pain from an injury or contamination, ‘When one cadet passed out screaming from pain, he was rushed toa helicopter and transferred to a trauma unit. Another cadet ran around yelling he was contaminated. The medical staff immediately rushed him out of the building for decontamination and treatment. Though just & drill the volunteers performed their roles as victims ‘and the medical staff reacted as if it was a real ‘emergency. ‘AS uniformed members of a non-weapon bearing military auxiliary, CAP is a bit of a para- ox. Our ability to provide extra eyes and ears hen we work at special events which attract large ‘crowds isa distinct benefit to the law enforcement and security agencies. We must continue to sharpen our situation awareness capabilities by ob- serving and reporting suspicious behavior, action conditions, smells, and costume. We must addi tionally remember that women, as well as men, ‘can be suspect. We must always be alert to the ‘threat of terrorism here at home. PHOTO FLORIDA FACTS Poe Sy US. Air Force Chiet of Staff, Gen. John P. Jumper recently moved Civil Air Patrol from te Air Foree Directorate of Operations and “Training wo the now Homeland Security Diretorate under Brig. Gen. David B. Clary. 1NHQ Cadet Programs is extending the dead- lice for applications forthe USAF Academy Preparatory School scholarship from No- ‘vember 31, 2002 to January 31, 2003. Cadets se- lected forthe Prep School and complete the course have an e«cellent chance of being accepted by the ‘Academy itself upon completion ‘Upon receiving his promotion to Major Gen- eral, National Commander Richard Bowling said, “This ceremony today marks an ocea- sion never seen before in CAP. General Wheless and received the stars, but the entire organization received the promotion.” Lt Col. Leroy Bamett is newly appointed Commander of the newly created Group 9, cffetive as of 15 January, 2003. Col. Matt ‘Sharkey advised that Col. Barnett has been a mem- ber of CAP for 50 years and has served inthe United States Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard Reserve, ‘And the Volusia County Disaster Emergency Man- ‘agement team. (Cadet Commander Paul Cheval of Coral Springs Cadet Squadron has been nominated bby US Congressman Robert Wexler to re- ceive an appoinument to die United States Military ‘Academy at West Point, New York. Paul is in the top ten of his class, MacDill AFB commander, Ms Gen, Wayne Hodges bas been reatsigned to Washington, 1a 1c: where he wil serve as Assistant Sere: tay ofthe Ait Fores for Acquistion. Col. David M. Snyder, cuealy executive ofice fo the com- smander of U.S. Transportation Command and the ‘commander of Air Mobility Command at Scot Air Force Base, will replace Hodges. ‘Two new middle school squadrons have been chartered. Middleton Magnet School ‘has purchased a $28,000 Elite Flight Simu- lator that i Instrument Flight Rated and the MacDill Aeronautical Academy continues to re- ceive outstanding support from the US Air Force. All Florida Wing Middle School Cadet Squadrons fare in Group 800. Currently there are 9 school ‘squadrons with a membership of 300 cadets. Tree additional squadrons are anticipated to be char- tered in 2003, Lt. Col. Robert Smith, NHQ Directorate of Cadet Programs announces, in response to requests from cadets in many wings, ‘changes to CAPP 52-7, Cadet Orientation Flight Syllabus. Former restriction, commonly called the “over nine rule”, where cadets who had completed all NINE rides under the olé flight program before 1 October 2001 were eligible only for the FIVE. slider fights and ALL back sat rides available Now, all cadets only need to look at their flying history from 1 October 2001 to the current date. ‘The second change modifies the procedure where the cadet must have their membership card in their hhand before being allowed to fly. Now, cadets must show proof of current membership to the pilot be- fore flying. This proof may be the current member- ship card, a photocopy of the current membership ‘oud @ copy of the MML, of a CAPWATCI re- port. 5000 red ribbons were worn by CAP mem- bers in support of Drug Demand Reduction “Just Do It" Week in December. Tis occa sion was also used as a recruiting drive where the theme “CAP Is One Of The Best Anti-Drugs” for the young people of our nation, was publicized Col, Matt Sharkey is very Proud to announce the ap- ointment of C/Lt. Col. {soon {to be senior member, Capt.) Michael Tier as the Florida ‘Wing Protocol Officer. With the forthcoming and expansive missions we will be providing for Homeland Security, the yes of the Air Force and the people we serve will be upon tus, We will be sharp but we must also look sharp. That's ‘one of Michael's goals. January 6, 2003 will be the ‘rst day of activity for the inewly created Group 9. To af- ford better demographic bal- ance, span and control, Group 4 has been divided into two ‘groups. Valencia Cadel; Cen- tral Florida Composite; De- land Composite; New Smyrn Beach Composite; Lake County Composite; Timber Creek Cadet; Seminole Cadet; Daytona Beach Composite; and Ormond Beach Composite ‘Squadrons compose the newly formed Group 9. The squad- rons remaining in Group 4 in- clude Stuart Cadet; Patrick ‘Composite; Central Brevard ‘Senfor; Treasure Coast Com- posite; South Brevard Cadet; and TICO Composite. Major Walter Lane continues as Group 4 Commander. SS During a recent tour of the Hernando County Composite ‘Squadron, Col. Sharkey pro- moted cadets Butler, Gordon and Horvath to the rank of SrA. and cadets Rago and Wheeler to AIC, cadet Horvath to AMN ‘and James Mills to 1Lt. Former CAP National Com- ‘mander, Brigadier General Richard Anderson, who is also an active duty USAF Colonel, hhas been selected to serve as Chief of the Air Force Auxiliary Division, Directorate of Home- land Security, DCS Air and Space Operations. This is a new Homeland Security position based at the Pentagon. ‘Transportation Security Ad- ‘ministration [TSA] anticipates new General Airports Security Rules to be in place by mid 2003. CAP is anticipated to be {involved in Airport Watch and Aviation Wateh programs. A national toll-free hotline will be activated in January 2003. ——— Col, Sharkey proposed and did gain approval from the National Executive Committee for crea- tion of am Honorary Member- ship for CAP members with 50 ‘or more years of service. He re- ccendy obtained that recognition for Colonel William Bass, the 12th Florida Wing Commander ‘who served from 15 March 1968 to 1 July 1970, Col. Sharkey resented Bass with a 50 year service plaque, waiving of mem- bership fees, National Board WINTER 2002 FLORIDA FACTS PAGE 10 While Charlotte County Com- posite Squadron's Cadet JAmanda Mazzara prepares for ner solo flight, Cadet Jennifer JObranic of Lantana-Lake Worth [Cadet Squadron, Cadet Valdivia Jof the Tamiami Composite ISquadron and Cadet Benjamin Brenan of the Emerald Coast Squadron are proudly sporting their newly acquired solo pilot's wings. ene el Only Director cf Cadet Programs, Capt. Viekie Meyer knows how Florida Wing cadets accomplished so ‘much more in 2002 than the prior record breaking. veal “Florida Wing had the largest Special Activities Se- lection Board in the nation, with 142 cadets partiipat “The SRQ Dill Team and Lantana-Lake Worth all girls Color Guard Team were outstanding inthe South- east Region Competition. The Color Guard Team ad- vanced to the National Competition in Colorado and, for the very first time, captured ALL First Place Tro- pies, as well as individual trophies..a clean sweep! 52 cadets graduated from the two week winter en- ‘campment in Seuth Florida. “Florida Wing hosted the first Cadet Officer Basic Course at Patrick Air Force Base with the help of the Airman Leadership School Camp Blanding proved to be an excellent Summer Encampment location. The summer was busy with ca- dets attending the Florida Wing conference; traveling to Australia, France, Canada, Belgium and England; involvement wit all types of Special Activities, Inter- national Air Cadet Exchange, and Student Ambassador programs, *Plorida Lesdership Academy held at Patrick Air Force Base and the winter Cadet Officer Basic Course again hosted at Patrick AFB. “The 2003 Cadet Program is in final stages of scheduling and it appears to easly be a “topper” to the record breaker program of 2002. ‘The Tampa Streetcar System was reopened for the first time since it last ran in early 1940's, Lo- cated downtown in the historical Ybor City the streetcars carry passengers on tracks that run on a ‘mile loop. Twenty-six members of the MacDill ‘Composite Squadron and Tampa Cadet Squadron assisted the Hillsborough Transit Authority with crovid control and security. (CL Tatiana Scheppler, PAO ‘Miami Springs Optimist Cadet Squadron cadets recently expressed their views about CAP, as fol lows: ‘+ “My most exciting moments in CAP were during the FTX (Field Training Exercise]. It ‘was great fun and I'm looking forward to the ‘ATX [Aquatic Training Exercise] also en- jJoyed being Cadet ofthe Month.” Cm stares +My favorite activity was Model Rocketry. It ‘was the first time [ever flew a rocket and it was an experience I shared with others. « “+ “Lfirst came to CAP with no experience in airplanes or engines. Now I lear about them and other things that fly. I never liked planes, bbut now Ido." cm Twvere +My best activity was the FTX. We went to the Everglades for three days. Learned alot about ground search and rescue, I need to lear more before I can be a good leader.” - CBA. Cetra ‘+ “Everybody thought I couldn't make it ‘through my first FTX. I went through all the exercises and camping with no excuses, and ‘everybody realized that I was stronger than ‘they thought. Then I got better, stronger, and ‘more motivated.” - C/AtLavade ‘+ “Tike Physical Training. We have a relay and ‘obstacle course, PT is hard but lot of fun." - Berpaer ‘+ The best was Fly Day. I flew an airplane and ‘now want to pursue an aerospace career. I've leamed ethic, integrity and am leaming to be 1 good leader.” = CAFC C.Suntane ID Malu aaa The Ft. Lauderdale Composite Squadron Cadet Color Guard presented the colors proudly before a hhuge crowd at Edgewater Pointe Estates in Boca eter. ira Chri Gi ‘Cam an Pram Raton. The hundreds in attendance pai homage to 76 veterans representing all branches of the Armed Forces, Lt Gen. Joseph LaPosata (Ret.) was the ‘guest speaker. Martha Pearson of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented each veteran with a Cerificate of Appreciation for their service to our nation, ‘The SRQ Composite Squadron participated in the Manatee County Veterans Day Parade. ‘The Boca Raton Composite Squadron provided a moving ceremony of color guard and laying of wreath in honor of veterans who died, ‘The North Tampa Cadet Squadron provided a color guaré bearing the American flag and flags of all Branches of the Armed Forces atthe Veterans Day Mass st Our Lady of Rosary Church. — SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE ‘The LeRoy W. Homer Jr. Foundation is cur- rently accepting applications for their aviation scholarship. Leroy Homer was the First Officer (on United Airlines Flight 93 which crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania on September 11, 2001. a, CMS Michel Lars, cA Dad Gamande “LeRoy had a passion for flying,” sald Cheryl Homer Wilson, LeRoy’s sister. “We wanted to ‘keep his dream of light alive, so we established this foundation.” The scholarships will finan- cially assist recipfents to pursue professional flight instruction leading to certification as a Pri- vate Pilot. ‘The foundation wil award up to three scholar- ships by April 30,2003. Instruction will be com- pleted at an approved Cessna Pilot Training Center. LeRoy Homer dreamed of flying at a young age. ‘Asa child, he assembled model airplanes and. collected aviation memorabilia. His passion for fying took off at the age of 15 when he started it instruction in a Cessna 152. He completed. his first solo when he was 16. LeRoy graduated from the US. Air Force Academy and as a Cap- {ain lew in Desert Shield and Desert Storm. On September 11, 2001, LeRoy was fying with Captain Jason Dabl on Flight 93. They were the first to fight the terrorists who were hijacking their aircraft. LeRoy left behind his wife, Melo- die, and baby daughter, Laurel, CADET FREE UNIFORM PROGRAM ‘The free uniform program for newly recruited cadet ‘members exceeded $50,000 this year. This was a substantial increase from prior year. The uniforms included Air Force tue shirts and pants and BDU [battle dress unifor] shirts and pants, Final disti- ‘butions for this year will be delayed for two months ‘due to procedural changes and budgetary increases. ——— PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE SCHOLARSHIP Ifyou are a CAP Cadet, earned your Billy Mitchell ‘Award, have solo wings in a powered aireraf, main- tain at least a normalized 3.0 GPA, have not re- ceived or been selected fora similar scholarship or rant, then you are eligible for a Spaatz Associa- tion Aerospace Leadership Scholarship. The scholarship must be used to bring a cadet from a solo to a Private Plo: License. Applications must be tailed NLT 28 Feb. 2003 to Col. Robert Mates, USAF, 2108 Caledonia Place, Viera, FL 32940, TO: All Civil Air Patrol National Board Members HQCAP-USAF at Maxwell AFB CAP-USAF Liaison Regions CAP-USAF State Director/Deputy Director Offices ‘62,000 Devoted Volunteers in CAP"s 8 Regions, 52 Wings, 1700 Units ‘As we pause and reflect on the meaning ofthis holiday season, I speak on Delf of ull members of the Aur Furce Directorate of Homeland Security [AF/XOH] in sending you our warmest wishes from the Pentagon for a safe, memorable and peaceful holiday. With movement of Air Force Auxiliary policy, guidance and advocacy responsibilities from AF/XOO to AFIXOH this past October, I and all members of the XOH family have quickly developed a sin- ‘cere respect and appreciation forall of you who serve and lead the Air Force Auxiliary at this erit- cal time in our nation’s history. thas been a privilege to work with Major General Rick Bowling, Brig. Gen. Dwight Wheless, Col George Vogt, Cl. Al Alleback, and Col Larry Kauffman since October 1st when my directorate forged a new partaership withthe Air Force Auxiliary. Your work has been nothing less than spec- tacular over the last 61 years, during which you have performed CAPYs Missions for America with great distinction - but your relevance took on new meaning after the attacks of 11 Sep 01. For those ‘of you whom Ihave not yet met, [Took forward to seeing you in late February atthe Winter National Board Meeting here in Washington -and Tam particularly anxious to get into the feld in 2003 to see ‘Your Volunteers in action, performing truly selfless service on behalf of our fellow countrymen. On behalf of a grateful United States Air Force, thank you for your devotion as CAP officers and ea- dets, HOCAP Staff, and supporting CAP-USAF Officers, NCO’s and civilians. You are a vital, re- spected, and appreciated part of our Air Force family, and we wish you a Happy Holiday and a sgreat—and SAFE—year in 2003. Semper Vigilans! Warm regards, DAVID E. CLARY Brigadier General, USAF Director, Homeland Security DCS/Air and Space Operations Weston Cadet Squadron members participated in = ‘unique affair atthe request of the Broward Sheriffs OF- fice, The anual “Run In The Sun" is @ motoreyele pa- ‘ade from Pompano Beach to Sunrise, Florida. This year 60,000 motorcycles, each carrying an unwrapped toy, ‘converged into Markham Park in Sunrise. The express- ‘ways were closed to normal traffic to allow the bikes to proceed. Calets and senior members were in the park ‘with large bags to collect the toys when the sea of bikes, bikers, and coys arrived. The CAPYers then loaded the toys onto two 18-wheeler semictucks. All toys were distributed to needy children on Christmas Day. CAP has been exemplary. Tex FAH Two recently published pect more good things to come LWA documents are now available bra this ee ‘The Florida for downloading. The Governor's. vision of Forestry is very in- Guide to Emergency Manage- terested in this program and Tex~ ment-Volume One: Natural Dis- pect CAP’s unprecedented capa- asters and Volume Two: Home- bilities to spread outside Florida tend Security provide a wealth of soon.” Installation of permanent information about emergency antennae on the airerat and management thet all CAP'ers camera software to record the should be aware of. The CAP datekime with latitadeflongitude website for Homeland Security is fUAitre civ Aic Parot pre- 00 the digial imagery will fur Busch Race of the season at the Sults. ‘Lt. Col. Gregory Hogan Miami Homestead Speedway. USAF Reserve, FLWG CAP-USAF }Col, Matt Sharkey has an- FFour cadets and senior members a nounced the appointment of ‘were afforded the opportunity to DAI Stanctrccsnees daly ene Lt Col. Harvey Bennett wy the ‘be on the pit road during pre-race age of 125 e-mails, to which 100 €W Director of Marketing/Public ceremonies. Driver Ashton Lewis receive personal responses. Col, Relations. Harvey has an out- also had a ‘meet and grect’ses- Sharkey generates mother 25 e- standing record of service as sion wit ll the atending cadets, malls «day and usually receives 4 squadron Public Affairs Officer, Keri Wright faxes. Phone cals average 10 aday Mission PAO and as the current Motor Sports Program Manager and his ime spent onthe wing wed PAO of Group Six. Site averages 30 minutes per dy BE Coneraulations to cadets | Quite « workoad for nox peying, BW) The following is an excerpt REME Solomon Nader and Michael parttime volunteer service! A ee eae, a ent Spears for eaming the Gen. Ira fom a letter to Major Gen- Baker Award. The following ca- (On February 1, 2003, Mejor dets earned the Gen. Billy Jean duos i will ake com- Mitchell Award: Joshua Aders, Band of Group 2 from Lt. Col Steve Adriazola, Patrick Bartosav- David Mitchel. Both duBois and Michell ae curently working t- “Thank you and all ofthe se Glee Eon Kiln, ME wert reg tm, ee oe even Mao, Eduardo Rod- Cal memew Sarey bers who conte to make the oes, Gein Soin rin Wing Commander Air Fore Reserve Officer Trait. Andie cadets are deserving of SYA) The Feel Covmuncatons 88,,COp* [AFROTC] 1 CAP recognition fortheir achieve L&I Conamason. bas approved FUME Orientation Program such ‘eats Capt Viele Meyer the use of frequency 406.025 Mizz & esounding success FLWG Dietrot Cadet Progrms for Pesos Locstor Beacons. Reg: appreciate your support ion of these PLB's with the of this vital Air Force program, SUfivres Farms, adie onl Oremic and Aiowpc Since the program’ ineption, [Management Offical of the | Adminisration [NOAA] will be you and your members motivated ‘mandatory. This rule change facili- many of our AFROTC cadets to Ealn Ai Force Bate Tir Man, the wr of rao api 19 seek an AipForce carer” day workshop teaching CAP sit Pubic ietromeing sisanens CAP i ee, grewshow to spot reportand | enue environments afer ll cevige wad geen he ane ‘owing and sustaining the mili- Le Aner, be mens ofzetihing sewch and Try eaderhip of out great Ba. dor ‘Furman said, “Air support by the rescue responders have been used. ‘Your team has truly outdone itself, from the artwork to the composition, Each isu is truly a demonsra- tion of continous improvement. Since you began ‘with a great issue, that's absolutely amazing, know ‘you make every member preud Ca. Valerie Brown Southeast Region Vice Commander Great suf ox normally expected of your gang! Mike Goblet (Commandant of Cadets eee nee {kis grea 1 read about my fellow cadets. The arti- cles and pictures are gre. (Cadet Chratina Zaria ‘aca Raton Compote Squadron. Just a thought! Would it be possible to include the ‘e-mail address for the author ofeach article to faili- Eaiar's Note: What do you, te rener, hak about this ‘eersdon? "Feedback he rekinst f Champlos” 50 ‘hye Aleaback | CAP Rxeeae Director. FLORIDA FACTS is the finest wing magazine that I hhave secn in 60 years of CAP activity! Keep up the ‘good work. I am a charter member of CAP and fiend of Major Perry Snell of Florida Wing, another (Charter Member. 1. Cal Benjamin Stone (Georgia Wing Saft eeee see Great job done with the wing magazine. ‘Capt Dennis Jordan ‘The magazine Florida Wing publishes is tly profes- sional. Should be on the news stands. ‘nL. Darlene Ferris ‘The Wright Brothers material looks great inthe Fall Issue of FLORIDA FACTS. Barbara Boraro ‘The Frankdin Institute Scenes Muse Philadephia, PA ‘Another first class job onthe Fall Issue of the FLOR- TDA FACTS. The issues keep geting beter. Capt Tom Kumar [Naples Senior Squadron Commander have enjoyed your magazine during the period of my ‘command. You bave « superior publication and I ap- plaud you for tht (Col H. Clk Sith Virginia Wing Commander see eee Just finished reading the Fall Issue of FLORIDA FACTS. As usual you and your sta have done an ex- cellent job. keep wondering why there ae so many Florida related articles! Then I remember, [am not treading a national magazine. 1. Col Howard Getbnan, 1k was an emotional moment to receive the SO year membership plaque and honorary membership car. ‘The National Board Badge is special honor waich holds particular meaning fr me. Colonel Sharkey, you have gone the extra mile and then some. My heartfelt thanks, 1. Col Bi Bass ‘This will be the fifth annual AIR FAIR in Pompano Beach and, as always, it will be fabu- lous. AIR FAIR 2003 will again prove to be a Premier family entertainment. ‘The show features two full days of fun attractions and static displays ~ from vintage WWI, WWII, Korean and Vietnam era war- birds’to current commercial and private air- craft. This year’s special event will honor all, Veterans by hosting a USO WWII style “Canteen Dance” on Saturday night, open to the Public. The dance will be attended by both ac- tive duty personnel and veterans in period ser~ vice uniforms. ‘Aircraft from the “Wings Over Miami” air museum will on static display along with a spectacular fly-by of a F-86F Saber and a MIG- 15, Also at AIR FAIR 2003, a B-17 Flying For- tress and a B-24 Liberator from the Collings Foundation will be on display. ‘Youth attending AIR FAIR 2003 will be given the opportunity to take a 45-minute ‘ground school followed by « complimentary ‘ight in an aircraft over Pompano Beach. Moms and Dads will experience the pride and excite- ‘ment of watching thelr children soaring over~ hhead on both Saturday and Sunday. AIR FAIR 2003 is conducted by the Gold Coast Chapter 351 of the Air Force Associa- tion.. Major General “Boots” Blesse USAF, Ret. will be the guest speaker, Tuskegee Airmen, WASPS, and veterans from WWII to Desert Storm complete the list of dignitaries. AIR FAIR 2003 will be presented on January 18 and 19,2003 at the Pompano Beach Airport, NASA’s RETURNING TO MARS. NASA is planning to launch a pair of rovers to the planet Mars in May and June 2003. The robotic explorers are part of NASA’s ‘upcoming Mars Exploration Rover mission. From January 8 through January 15, NASA is ‘aking a closer look at ‘the mysterious Red Planet, by showeasing videos about Mars on NASA'TV. Multimedia products and web re- sources related to this theme are available from the Mars Extra website, 76 members of Group 5 converged on the Avon, Park Bombing Range for a weekend bivouac. General ES Training included compass reading, night navigation, standard drill, and fight com- petitions. A special treat was a Sea Stallion heli- copter flight demonstration and talking with the Marine Corps pilot after the flight. See photos above, ‘Cape Puech 0°Key, Group PAO ‘WINTER 2002 FLORIDA FACTS aa] "National Clor Guard from ra gin Br of re et Ppt Strat ibe cpentaga te General Asvemty ate Sxtie | Fstl at Agency, recs Page of AP- ae ening ofthe General Anambly th South Fran rem Regen Commenter, Cates Fa ‘AlltheFlerdn Wing members tenn he Southen Region 4Smomberroa that's ot a ypo-unt them, 4S member fom terns rors rnp pee The POW NIA Team win te eae Curt Sere Mla tne ssefregroon: [Ming Ca Bul Harte photog Sentra Reo Confrence Nari, Georg Squadron be "Somanndet Cop die nei gs of Ge. olin E-FIAIL EFUSSIONS Cadet Commander C/Maj. Paul Cheval has been named a College Board Scholar based on his AP scores of 3.8/5 on all tests, with a solid 5.0 {in both American History and Psychology. Cadet ‘Cheval did this while not only maintaining his personal Cadet Program, managing his com- ‘mand position in an exemplary manner, and as- sisting other units and echelons. Major Linda Rose ‘The Brandon Cadet Squadron held their first an- nual Flag Burning ceremony. Posters were placed in flag stores, local department stores and supermarkets inviting people o donate their dis- tressed flag and attend the ceremony. 11 flags ‘were donated. C/Lt Tiffany Kaight directed the ceremony. Flags were presented and inspected while on silver platters and were attended by the color guard in Class B blues and white ascots and gloves. Cadet Commander C/LtC David Butler presented the history ofthe U.S. Flag and lts proper use and display. Squadron members and guests then formed a semi-circle around the burn container and patriotic music was played uring the burning of the flags. In response to ‘the requests of store owners and attending veter- ans this ceremony will be conducted annually by the Brandon Cadet Squadron. Cape Crete Fey ‘Twenty new Aerospace Education Members crowned a week of meetings and tours with an introduction to Civil Air Patrol-its history, or- ganization, and mission, at the Merritt Island Airport. Three wing corporate aircraft from Gainesville, Orlando and Fort Pierce augmented the CAP plane at Merritt Island which were to treat these professional teachers to thelr frst introductory ‘ght in general aviation aircraft. The Mission Base staff was comprised of members from 11 different CAP Units which included NHQ, FLWG, three Groups, ‘and eight Squadrons. ‘A total of ten orienta ‘ton nights were con- ducted. Many of the teachers handled the controls and nearly all viewed the Kennedy Space Center. All twenty teachers stated they were enthralled with the ex- perience and pleased to have learned about the ‘opportunities for their students in the Civil Air Patrol and themselves as active senlor members, Major Wale A Lave Several hundred students and teachers attended the Second Annual Aerospace Education Day hheld at the Miramar High School. The cadets prepared classroom demonstrations including a computerized wind tunnel and flight simulator. WWI and WWI aircraft models were on display with student reports describing the Impact of each aircraft on the outcome ofthe war. Local irline exhibits and a Broward Community Col- lege Aviation Program booth was staffed by fac- ulty members. 12 Calon Dard Maton —— Lantana Squadron members and Tom Miller of FLWG/DDRA participated in the 2007 Southeast Region Red Ribbon and Recruiting “Just Do Ie” program by folding, stuffing and sealing more ‘than 5,000 envelopes. Each envelope contained a Red Ribbon to commemorate the significance of ‘he Drug Demand Reduction Day. oy ‘Twenty Senior Members from squadrons in Group Six attended a Squadron Leadership ‘School weekend in Fort Lauderdale. Instructors were provided by Florida Wing, Group Six and various squadrons. Cadets from the Ft. Lauder- dale Cadet Squadron assisted the program. NOT JUST A FLYING CLUB Florida Wing Commander, Col. Matt Sharkey recently announced that membership in the wing has exceeded 4100 and was still rowing, ‘The recruiting campaign that was initiated last fall is already tating to pay dividends. The goal was for every member to recruit one new member. If we succeed the wing will double in size by the end of the year. How do you go about re- ‘riting new members? Most peo- ple are either totally unfamiliar with CAP or think we area group of flying enthusiasts who just like to fly small airplanes. We do have a fleet of planes that ‘compose the world’s largest general aviation air force, but as you know, CAP has much more to of- fer. What are the additional services provided by ‘our members? CAP's primary missions for starters. Our [Emergency Services, Aerospace Education, and Cadet Programs are the finest in the nation. No doubt this is a major selling point. CAP programs provide a tremendous opportunity to learn about leadership, aviation, communications, search and rescue, and disaster relief. This is unquestionably the backbone of the organization, but CAP’s prix mary missions are not the whole story. ‘The ftiendships we develop can last a life- time, I am still amazed when a CAP member tells ime that one oftheir best friends was a fellow cadet they met back inthe seventies. Whether it’s sharing ‘common goals or the fact that CAP + an all volun- ter force there is definitely something that binds us together. ‘One summer when I worked at CAP Na- tional Headquarters, two of us frem Emergency Services traveled to Charlottesville, Virginia to set up a ground search and rescue school. Soon after wwe arrived we discovered the CAP member slot- ted to be the school's medical officer had to move from one building to another to allow for reno- vation. Since she had been kind enough to help us with our project, we thought the least we could do was to help her relo- cate, Even though it took the better part of the day and we were all tired and wor out from lifting furiture, it all seemed worth it. That evening she cooked dinner for us and said that she had yet to meet any group of people ‘more warm and caring than those of us in CAP. CAP membership also provides opportuni ties to polish up your leadership and managerial skills. Cadets and seniors are constantly exposed to challenging situations that test their leadership abilities. Whether i's running an encampment, managing a REDCAP mission, or conducting & unit mecting, CAP members are developing per- sonal skills that are essential for success no matter Which direction life takes them. CAP provides the opportnity 10 give something back to the community. 1's helping young adults add purpose and meaning o thet lives I's sonding a CARE package to a military member overseas. I's. distibuting water. and medical supplies to @ city ravaged by a hurricane or flood. I's helping law enforcement curb the flow of illegal drugs. I's belping to protect our shores and communities from terrorists. So, the next time you find youself recruiting a potatial new member don't forget to meaton many ofthe benefits one derives ftom CAP—-our nation’s fin- est volunter organization. CAP is defintely more ‘than jst a lying elu ‘WINTER 2002 FLORIDA FACTS races | Firs ites ‘education system to gives the foundational tools and then We rly 00 | ‘opportunity to allow us to use the Kaxowledge we obtained. When one centers the Cadet Program of the Air Force Auxiliary you are moving into the higher realm of training, which will afford you opportunities 0 be successfil in your adult life. Your Dreparstions of today pave the path {or your success tomorow. Taining| tbe correct must be in prope: pro- portions, Tt must be in balance. A Squadron of cadets that is in balance ‘wall make a good team and find suc- For those that are in the Senior rogram of the Air Force Auxilary you area part of @ ‘well established and balanced o:ganization that can af- ford you the opportunity to lead and be successful. The rank and filesystem within the program allows you to progress in responsbiiy as wll as grade, assuming tore responsibility long the way. In order to achieve succes, the training and applicaion mast be in balance. ‘A squadron of senior members who ar in balance will ‘make a good team and achieve succes. Success isthe very fiber of our being, Some may ‘openly deny they want to be succesful but they cannot ‘deny the inner desire to want succes, Some may only ‘envy the success of eters and terefore do not succeed ‘Odhers are inspired by success and do succeed. Finding ‘balance i the foundation for having a succesful tam. ‘There are many factors that make up a team. Some ‘are based on personalities, some on ethnicity, some on faith, and some on common grounds. What should be the composure of the best team? If one factor is more ‘dominant than the other, it could discourage individuals fiom joining or remaining a pat of the team. Some of lus may strive 10 specialize in cerain areas such a5 Emergency Services ot Aerospace Education. Some ‘may choose to be a Communicaloe or a Chaplain. How ever, egarless of individual apirations, we must not forget the common denominaer, we are all CAP'ers AAs part of the whole, we become a working element ‘within which, when operating 5 a team, helps us to “Major Dewey F,Paoter, ‘lori Wing Chaplain heey a balance and produce success “What are the real factors that make up a team? The makeup of the Civil [Ait Patrol Program I believe answers that question in several ways. [1] Or- [ganization-being well organized l- ows team to follow an established plan of action, [2] Training-being Well tained allows more to under stand how a plan of action and how to individually play an important role in that plan, [3] Leadership-having quality leaders who keep in balance with goals and objectives and lead by example, and [4] Morality-this factor is so important the USAF and the ‘CAP mandated it be a part of the Ca- det Program to the extent itis a re ‘quired par of advancement ‘A team isa collection of individuals who strive to- ster forthe success of thei unitor specialty. They em ploy individualism yet they keep in balance by seting fside their personal differences and ambitions and set ‘their sights on achieving success for their team as the ‘common goal Some of us are people of great fith and have learned thatthe greatness of ou faith i the understanding of each other and by example let oar spirituality be seen. Some axe people with extensive knowledge in technical or p= rational areas, yet they are willing to follow when Ted and by example let their expertise be seen. Not everyone can fly a plane (sure wish I could). However, it takes ‘many just © put a plane inthe ar, ffom the maintenance personne, to the pilot and crew, tothe instructor pile tnd check pilots, nd t0 the adminisvation staf that ‘maintains the records and assignments ofthe plane, tthe finance staff who pay the bills for maintenance, repairs and fuel. Working together asa team, aircraft ae readied or Hight, crews are tained, aircraft are manned, and lo- istics in suppor ofthe steraft are in place ‘Are you a person of great fit? Ifyou are, then your balance in serving wll inspire others. Are you a person of. extensive knowledge? If you are then your balsce in serving will inspire others. A great person or a great Teader does not have to entice and enforce discipline but brings it forth by example Executive Director Al Allen- back, ina long overdue effort to improve communication and dis- logue has initiated a monthly “Open Cockpit” newsletter ‘which will cover evens, initia- tives, and policy development, “Here are just afew: CCAP's new National Opera- tions Center [NOC] assigned National Weather Service Support missions in Teanes- fee and Indiana in response to tomado destuction. New procedures with US. Customs Service and Drug Enforcement Administration has reduced CAP Counter- Drug background screening time from several months 10 Jess han thre weeks. Southeast Region hus re- ceived two casualty simula- tion kis, SPAG [Safety Process Ac- tion Group] comprised of CAP, Comporate personnel, and Air Fore personnel are ‘working on new operational ‘uidance to enhance CAP safey. Each wing will soon be re- ceiving VHF radios and Computes. —_—== ‘The CAP Supply Depot in Ama- rillo, Texas is closing down. The CCAP Bookstore at Maxwell AFB. will take overall inventory and pending orders data. SS Lt Col, Harvey Bennett has wing staff positions available for his new Directorate of Marketing and Public Affairs. He needs members who have an interest in getting the CAP story out to the public, me- dia, and governmental agencies Experience is an advantage but ‘aot a requirenent since staff will be trained. Tiose wishing to be considered should phone him at 561-733-2234 SS ‘The Transportation Security Ad- ministration [TSA] has imple- ‘mented a national tol-free hotline that CAP can use to report any out-of-the-ordinary events or ac- tivities noted at General Aviation airports. 1-866-GA SECURE is the hotline operated by the Na- tional Response Center which centralizes all eporting and trans- ‘its them to the applicable local, state and federal agencies. SS All Public Affairs Officers should ‘be on the alert for their unit's re- ceipt of “Preseat Tense” which is ‘chock full oF great PR ideas and is produced morthly by Melanie Le~ May, newly edded to the staff of [NCAP Markesing/PR Department. Lt. Col. Dave Mikelson advises that the newly created Crystal Lake Middle School Squadron [CLMSS] has been chartered ‘and the Commander will be ‘Kathleen Foy. It's interesting to note that her mother and father were CAP members in 1944! ‘The squadron kicks off with nearly 40 cadets and many teachers are joining as senior members. CLMSS, you join up with the newly chartered ‘MacDill Air Academy com- ‘manded by Capt. Melvin Carr and the 804th Booker Middle School Cadet Squadron which is the only Sarasota Squadron ‘based in a public school. Capt Tracey Stark is the Commander as well as the Education Offi- HeLinds Timp SS ‘The 2002 Direction Finder Competition conducted at Day- tona Beach was again won by the Deland Composite Squad- ron representing Group 4. See ‘ond Place was Won by the Tal labassee Composite Squadron representing, Group 1. The ob- jective of the competition was to test the accuracy and speed of electronic search teams. The scenarios included searches in a forested ara, parking lt, build- ing, ocean beach, marina, and hangar. Tas I Co. Steve tis yor Fone Wing Depa De oe ect Sire hes bana CAP Newb Schools. He holds eight mission ratings including that of Plnning Section Chief Steve has received more than 20 tavards and decorations and serves as Senior Pastor of the Fee Methodist Church since 1982. (Col. Bell was the frst CAP Chaplain to preach in the Air Force Academy Cedet Chapel and personally met the President ofthe United States while providing secu rity services during a disaster relief mission, uy in the U. S. Air Force in “1985 at Mater AFB, [CA and eld several posi- tion a Ser vies Officer. He was « Squuiron Commander at Rease AFB, ‘TX, Base Commander of Bellows AFS, Hl, and a Chief specter, Sernces Directors Inpecor Gena Omi AETC ‘ndolph AFB, TX. Major Goverale earned numerous decorations incl. ing AF Merorious Service Med, AF Commendation Medal ‘wi csr, andthe Outstnding Unit Award. Steve entered the Hq CAP - USAF program in 1986 whore he has served as @ Reserve Assistance Officer, Deputy Wing Reserve Coordin, Deputy Diretor Nasional Cadet Officer School Preseay, be is theDiector of the National Cadet Ocer School ud pe Wing at MeeDilll AFB, Tampa, FL She volun, {ort by joining the Ground Observer Comps and stil has ‘the wings they awarded. Col Holdren joined Civil Air Patrol in 1963 and held numerous jobs in Pinellas Sen {or Squadron, Group Three and Group Six and for Col Bill Bass on Wing Staff. Evelyn bas served as an ka: spector General fr two wing commanders and was then sppointed to Director of Administration by then Wing Commander Col. Antonio Pineda and has been reap: pointed by Col. Mathew Sharkey Lt Col manages| ‘ow fot ff 3 sic including sliders, 500 pts sat Pere dl ‘wing counter drug progr. He is responsible for huricane ‘election planning tad implemeatation, aed fying assigned ‘emergency services and CD missions" ave Isa ncwve (Ceied Fight Instructor and Chief Check Plot Formesiy, Col. Leonen was Squadron Com- ‘mander and check pilot ofthe Travis County SeioeSqaa- ton in Autin, Texas, He served ae Growp Commander of Seven squadrons for twelve years and was promoted to Fla {da Wing in 1997 Tn addition to numerous CAP medals end CCeicates of Recopition, Dave has «Distinguished Fling ‘Gross, Korean Presidential Citation, pus many oer honors. Sebmedby Lt. Co. Wan Brockman lrda Wg Clef of Sa JANUARY 12 Operations Training Senina, Naples 2 RPIC Photo Tralaiag, TBA 18. CEMP Annual Review 18 Group | Inspetion 119 Special Acts, PEs Youth Camp 1819 AIR FAIR, Pompano Beach Alrport 25. Wing Staff and Commanders Call, MacDill AFB “FEBRUARY. 1 Group 6 Banguet ‘8. Operations Tralnog Seminar, Tallahassee 15 Wing Staff Meeing, MacDIl AFB. 18-21 Recon Team Tralalag, Camp Blanding ‘22 Alrcat Evacuation Exercise, TBA. ‘27-28 Winter Board of Governors Meeting ‘28 Unie History duet Wing Historian “MARCH, 1 FLORIDA FACTS desaine 1-2 Cedet Competition, FIEBs Youth Camp ‘89. Profsiondl Development, Pensacola ‘8. Group §Inspecdos, TBA 15 Wing Sta Meeting, MacDUl AFB 16 CD Oneotaton, TBA. ‘2830 Disaster Relief Exeree, Ormond Betch “APRIL 14 Sun-N-Fun, Lakeland 45 Ualt Chaplain School, TRA 1 Wa Saf Meen Dayos Bach 32 Operations Training Seminar, Boca Raton 26, Group npc, TBA Zh May 1 SERCheplao Schoo TBA MAY, ‘9 Water Survival Schoo, Pensacola 10. Operations Tralaing Seminar, Ocala 12:16 Site Hurricane Bxerese, TBA ‘3osJune I Florida Wing Conference, Daytona Beach JUNE 1. FLORIDA FACTS Deadiie 7 Group 3 Inspection, TBA 7. Operations Tralaing Seminar, Vandenberg AFB 20 Water Survival School, Pensacola 21. Wing Stat Meeting, MaeDIl AFB 22.28, Summer Encampment, Camp Banding Uy 12 Operations Tralning Seminar, Chalette County 19, Wing Stat Meeting MacDill AFB 19. Water Survival School Optlocka 26 Group Tlaspection, TBA 137-2 August Region Cadet Leadership School, Patrick AFB. august 8 Water Survival School, Pensacola 9. Operations Tralning Seminar Pestcola 25.27 National Board Meeting SEPTEMBER 1 FLORIDA FACTS DEADLINE. 6 Group6, TBA {67 Profesonal Devlopment, South Ploride 13. TIGER DAY, Statewide 17 100th Auniversary of powered Night 20 Wing Stall Meedog, MacDill AFB j AROUND THE REGION G “Operation Just Do It” campaign. He challenged every SER mem- | beer to “recruit one new member for CAP.” Even with SER cur- rently the largest region in the nation, Col. Pineda wants to double our ‘membership to over 21,000, With the oncoming Homeland Security mis- sion demands, Pineda says i isan imperative to increase our manpower re- GT Soe Tes Commander, Col Aco Pata wath ol Roy Boudreaux, who has performed brilliantly as Master of Cere~ monies at CAP events including the 60th Gala in the Smithsonian y Air and Space Museum, Washington, D.C...and numerous CAP ¢gi_awrowio PINEDA ‘conferences, is not a CAP member Until now! To kick off his campaign, Commenter, Southeast Region Col. Pineda became the first SER member to recruit a new member..Roy Boudreaux! tember 2001 to I September 2002. Any member ofthe Florida Wing whose membership was cur- rent during that time period is authorized to weae the Unit Citation ribbon and/or an additional clasp ‘on the ribbon from a past Unit Citation award. No CAPF 2a is required forthe wearing ofthis award. ge Maj. Gen, Richard Bowling awarded a Unit Citation to the Southeast Region for the period 1 Sep- ol Regions was held in Biloxi, Mississippi. The three region conference was hosted by SER. The focus of the conference was aerospace education in the classroom but also included field trips to the Hur- ricane Hunter and the Air Traffic Control Training Center at Keesler AFB. Visits also included the Stennis Space Center and the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command. @ ‘The third annual Aerospace Education Conference for the Southwest, Middle East and Southeast Ti da re 208 Nao Ce Pt Sdainton Cae we mnt Ga Meee Sci hang ood ero history of the SER. A highlight was the presentation of awards, many of which were proudly re- ceived by members ofthe Florida Wing. The General Carl A. Spaatz Award, eamed by fewer thn 1% of all CAP Cadets who enter the program was presented to C/Lt. Col. Drapaudi Beloved, Florida Wing Cadet Commander. The Amelia Earhart Award was received by Andres Holguin. The General Billy ‘Mitehell Award went to Steve Adriazola and Gil Gutierrez. C/2Lt. Samantha Price was the cadet winner of the Aerospace Education Frank Brewer Award and the senior member winners were IL. Linda Trimpey and Lt, Col Richard Patrucci ‘The SER Public Affairs Officer of the Year was Lt. Col. Buddy Harris; Communicator of the Year Lt. Robert Colbert; AE Officer ofthe Year Lt. Col. John Lynn; Chaplain ofthe Yar Maj. Dewey Painter; ‘Senior Member of the Year Lt. Col. Frank Reidinger; and, finally, the Wing ofthe Year was Florida Wing. A total of fifteen awards out of nineteen presented by Col. Tony Pineda. OOOOOAAAI"!!! GOD gE Cees bine, Gt he a hela ne FINAL unset FLIGHT Lt. Col. Cart A. Driscoll Florida Wing 2Lt. Bruce H. Durie Pinellas Senior Squadron Lt Walter K. Van Duzer Herlong Composite Squadron Lt. Col. Samuel Berkowitz Ft. Lauderdale Composite Squadron Wo efi harks fir ar generous gf of dedicated volancearim, and racernalan. patriot tarde Wing Comma ‘PEACE. [Author Unknown} Don't grieve forme for now I'm free; 1m following thepath God lad formes Took hs hand when I hear bs ell ‘Teurued my back and left i all 1 could not tay another days ‘Toluugh, to love to workor Ply: “Fass lf Undone, int say Cn Way; ound that place at close of day. fy parting ha left old; ‘Then fl itr remembered Joys Aitendship shared, igh, iss ‘An ys! These tings Ito wil mis; ‘Be not burdened with oes of sorrows wish you the stnshine of tomorrow; My M's been il savored tack; Good fends, good tes, «loved one's touch; ‘Perhaps my ts seemed all to bre, ‘Don't lengthen now with undue grief; ‘Lf up your eet and share with me; God wanted me now, Hest me free... TLe.Ca Howard Gebmaz ‘there” .....was the response that Lt. Col, Samuel Berkowitz always gave when he talked about retiring frem the Civil Air Patrol. And so he was until the end..a loyal friend, a gentle man, and a dedicated member of ICAP. Ata Ft. Lauderdale Composite Squadron /Memorial Ceremony, members formed an Honor Line as the Cadet Honor Guard folded an inter- ‘ment fag to honor Lt. Col. Berkowitz. Deputy |Commander Captain Parness offered a moving eulogy and C/TSgt Montgomery, who learned to play various bugle calls from Berkowitz, played Ts Sam Berkowitz was a WWII veteran. Stateside, Sam was the Major-Domo fora US. [Battalion Army Band. When shipped to Europe, he fought in the Battle of the Bulge and was with one ofthe first units of G's that iberated the [Concentration Camp, Dachau. Ta the late 1980's, Berkowitz learned to fy, bought his first of five airplanes, and joined the CCAP. His CAP career spanned 47 years. He was» squadron commander and in 1988 he was hon- red asthe Group Nine Senior of the Year. As a commander, he genuinely encouraged camarade- Fie among the squadron members by his amiable aittude and courteous manner. By the 1960's, Lt. Col. Berkowitz was mislon-ratedpllot and after many missions and accumulating many ar hours, he was certified a8 4 Command Plot. He kept hs brillant red Cessna 172 in a hangar at Ft. Lauderdale Execu- tive Airport [FTL] and there was hardly a day that would goby without some CAP'er or fellow pilot visitng ‘talk shop’. In the last five years, Lt, Col. Berkowitz slowed down just abit but he was never too tired to attend all squadron meetings. He taught Basie ‘Aerospace Education lasses with a ready wit ‘which delighted the cadets. His great sense of bu ‘mor and sage advice wll be deeply missed by all. Submited by ‘Major Virgila Montalvo Cf ‘ut as long as you need me, I'll be YEAGER AWARD QUALIFICATIONS 1 Gol Joba Lynn, FLWG DAE, New procedures and requirements have recently been issued for senior members Wanting to obtain the Yeager Award. Senior members are now required to use the new textbook , “Aerospace: The Journey of Fight” for the Yeager Award. With the change to the new ‘ext, new tests and procedures have been imple- ‘mented, Each chartered unit should have received ‘two copies of each test along with the answer keys for their use, The tests and answer keys ate eon ‘rolled items and must be safeguarded as with any ‘other CAP controlled item. Test Control Officers are authorized to locally reproduce copies of the ‘exam, All copies musty be controlled in the same ‘manner as the originals. I would suggest adding control numbers to these copies. Units which did not receive these new tests should request them on Form, Education Officers should conduct study sessions ‘withthe senior members in their squadron who are interested in taking the Yeager exam. ‘Another change authorizes local Test Control Of- fiers to administer the test even though they do not have the Yeager Award, Squadrons who ad- ‘minister the exams shall send the corrected answer sheets and a Form 126 to the Wing DAE. ‘The new textbook, “Aerospace: The Joumey of Flight” may be purchased from the CAP Book- store for $17.50. There is also a Teachers Guide to accompany the textbook. The Guide includes ob- jective, sample tess, and lessons plans that can be ‘used for studying or presenting the material — FLY-DAY IS TREMENDOUS SUCCESS Lt Col. Bob Ashman, Commander of Group 8, is fully aware one ofthe greatest experiences avail- able to a CAP Cadet is the opportunity to encounter the freedom of powered flight. After much planning and scheduling, Group 8 initiated a program that will offer Fly-Days on a bi-monthly bass ‘The first Fly-Day flew 50 cadets in 25 sorties with 4 aircraft, During the second function 54 cadets flew 0027 sorties and 7 aircraft ‘The cadets who participate in this exciting adventure lear the requisite phases of the Orientation Flight Syllabus Certificates of Flight ar issued to all cadets who completed each oftheir syllabus requirements, Each cadet received a preflight briefing and theo, in turn, boarded an sirraft and took off on their fist ight ach sortie lasted just a tad under one hour: While cach sortie was airbome, the remaining cadets were instructed in various facets of the cadet program. BL Wayne Chaput, Carter Compote Squares PAO THREE CAP MEMBERS: RECEIVE AFA AWARDS ‘Kingston, Bri bags Cope Ray Mayer nd C7. George Foe. ‘Three CAP members were honored atthe Highlands County Chapter ofthe Air Force Association Com- ‘munity Service Awards luncheon. Brigadier General William Hodges, USAF Commander of 6th Air Mo- bility Wing at MacDill AFB was the guest speaker. ‘The Matty Laird Award was presented to Capt. Ray ‘Meyers, Senior CAP member ofthe Year was pre- sented to Lt William Kingston and CI/Lt. George Foster was awarded CAP Cadet ofthe Year. BEING PREPARED REQUIRES ‘TRAINING, TRAINING AND TRAINING As the evening sun began tse, Florida Wing Emergency Services porsonnel converged onthe De- land Composite Squadron fora Disestr Response ‘Training Exercise. This was previoudy planned as joint raining session wit the US. Army at Key West ‘and was cancelled atthe last moment due o an im- pending huricane ‘A quick tumaround incudec equipment eloca- tion and installation, mission replaming, revised team preparations, assets and logistic rearangement, and ‘newly developed briefing, Beginning at 0500 [5 am, ‘lemens of the Forward Contol Team [FTC], two ‘ground Reconnaissance [RECON] teams, mission base ‘aff and three aircrews began a series of disaster r- ‘sponse evolutions onthe ground andi the ai. SlowScan TV was used from the air and the RECON teams activated rato procedure utng the State of Forde Disaster Reporting Format. ‘Air crews responded to maintenance require- ‘ments and fry fight requests while the RECON teams ‘caried compasses and topographic chars to the Tiger Bay State Forest for challenging ground missions. A tactical ‘stand down’ was called at 1700, [5 pm and al fed personne perfomed tick checks, foot care, meal breaks, and crew resin preparation for right mission assignments at 2100 p.m}, ‘As the moon rose over Volusia County, the RE CCON and FTC personnel entered te woods. Search and Rescue cca spacing and gric search controls were tested and clue awareness was stressed, The teams were relieved at 2400 [midnight] for a much needed rest oye. ‘Sun-sp found the teams backin a RECON ‘mode working a search unit and working wih aia that were either picking up or dropping supplies. Pyo- technic signaling systems which incuged smoke and flares were testd a-o-ground and ground-o-ground in response to Disaster Response Mission needs. Heavy use ofthe arbome repeater and ‘SlowScan video systems were ivoled due tothe sce- rato of damage which required assessment evaluation. “apn Cpr, Deer Emery Sevens ‘SAFETY MUST BE FIRST PRIORITY ‘The tragic ss of lives and aircraft recently exper. ‘enced in North Carolina and Tennessee have highlighted ‘be need forall aircrews tobe proficient and safe in ourop- ‘erations, Plots must kep proficient by working dosely with check pos, instuctr pills, and mission check plots. Ad ‘only, al aicrew personnel shoud take advantage ofthe FAA Wings Seminar Program. ‘All plots need tobe aware of the SER Supplement ‘fo CAPR 60-1, Ths supplement has been approved by CCAP National Headquarters and has become effective as of September. All arcrft custocians must ensure that copy ofthe Wing and SER Supplements are inthe Aza nb. ‘mation File. Addtonaly,piots should review the supple- ‘ants fo the new currency requirements and fuel panning requirements. Group Star/Eval Officers need to begin coordination wih the Wing StarfEval on CAPR 50-11 fight cinics as per FLING Supplement to CAPR 60-1. This fight clinic pre- «gram has been approve for reimbursement at $40.00 per CAP Pot Operations and Emergency Services are working closely together to combine some traning events in an ert to improve overall airing, Plt willbe afforded the oppor- ‘unity to complete Form 5 and Form 91 checkrdes atthe Operation Training Days. We must make safety our fist p- oy, ca Dav atom Sac: Operone MISSION RESPONSES EXCEED PRIOR YEARS 2002 is proving obe the most active mission re- ‘sponse year that Farida Wing has ever recorded, 317 ron-

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