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SUMMER 2010

2010 Texas Wing Conference

By Maj. Arthur Woodgate
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For the membership, the 200 Texas Wing Conference ran from April 23 to April 25, and some members showed up just for the big day, Saturday, April 24. It was quite different for Texas Wing Headquarters and the organizing committee, who worked for months ironing out many details. I supported the Wing PAO Maj. Robert Brecount and provided whatever last-minute public affairs help was needed. This was not my first Wing Conference. In fact, I havent missed one since I joined Civil Air Patrol. But this was the first one I had seen from the inside, as it were. Although I could have easily made the usual arrangement by merely making sure that

someone took photos and wrote two or three news releases and an article, I saw it as a wonderful training opportunity for others and took advantage of it. Last September, two Texas Wing cadets had reported the National Conference in San Antonio in words and pictures. They were Cadet 2nd Lt Christian Nelson and Cadet 2nd Lt Jesse Carr. They did a great job, wrote wonderful articles, set a precedent, and proved a point. Never before had a National Conference been reported by cadets, and they went beyond expectations. Therefore, it was natural for me to seek a repeat performance. For the Texas Wing Conference, Cadet st Lt Jesse Carr and Cadet

Tech Sgt Peter Goodwin were the chosen pair. The former is a frequent contributor to Texas Wing News Online, and the latter is a young cadet who shows great promise and has started sending in good articles. Since the wing event was sure to be much smaller than the national conference, I asked the cadets to do more than write a few articles with photos. In imitation of the time-honored encampment tradition of presenting a slide show at the end-of-course dining in, the cadets agreed to prepare a film-clip/slide presentation for the Saturday evening dinner.

An added requirement came from the Conference Committee, asking for a slide show to be run before the Saturday morning general assembly, as participants were walking in. The natural candidate for this assignment was the 2009 PAO of the Year, st Lt. Rodrigo Saucedo, who readily volunteered. His 5-minute presentation was to be a collection of images revolving around a list of inspirational words, starting and ending with Integrity, and included both film clips and slides, with a short movie at the front end that was repeated as the epilogue, listing the words themselves with animation. He worked on this project for over a month, taking precious time from family and recreation. The evening presentation also required considerable preparatory work, since the cadets had to learn new audio/video editing software, create a front-end (they chose to make a short movie), select the musical background, and lay out their 5-minute presentation as they would show it, leaving space for the images that they would insert as others took them during the event. Many CAP members were involved in preparing the rooms and providing and setting up the projection equipment. And, of course, the evening shows subjects were the participants themselves, captured in digital images that were incorporated into the project. Both productions were assembled at high resolution that, unfortunately, are too big to present here. However, to let a larger audience experience their work, the authors prepared smaller, medium resolution version that are included here. They show best as small videos, about 3 to the side. The morning presentation, http://txwgcap.org/ docs/200_txwg_conf_morning.rm by st Lt. Rodrigo Saucedo, is a Real Audio/Video production that will play in Windows Media Player and is 0.4 MB. The dinner presentation, http://txwgcap.org/ docs/200_txwg_conf_evening.wmv by Cadet st Lt Jesse Carr assisted by Cadet Tech Sgt Peter Goodwin, is a Windows Movie Video that will play in Windows Media Player and is 2.6 MB. For best results, if you dont have a high-speed Internet connection, you might want to download the videos and play them locally. I congratulate the Conference Audio/Visual Team on their outstanding work, and the organizers for having made the conference look ever so easy. H
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2010 Wing Conference

A Cadets Perspective
Cadet 1st Lt Jesse Carr
organize the images and sort through them. However, for the Texas Wing Conference, although I was given a month to prepare the format for the slideshow, it would be my responsibility to make sure that enough usable pictures were taken between registration to within a couple of hours before I would be playing it. With the task assigned, I tion, within a week of the event. This would travel with me to the Conference to get the real, timesensitive content. As the conference neared, my excitement grew. I knew that I would be responsible for myself, and that it would be my responsibility to ensure the slideshow was complete. Thanks to Lt. Saucedos stellar skills and mentoring, we had been able to prepare a stunning intro, and I was very confident of success. On the evening of the big day, at the Commanders Reception, Cadet Goodwin, Maj. Woodgate, Maj. Brecount and I began taking pictures. This worked smoothly, as I downloaded each set of pictures to my computer and imported them into my slideshow software. I would be doing this all day on Saturday. Through good pictures and dedication, building the slideshow went off without a problem, thanks to the passionate mentoring from Lt. Saucedo and Maj. Woodgate, who were there for me whenever I needed them. As the work progressed, I was able to hone my computer skills and picture taking skills. They have shown me just how important and convincing public affairs can be, and how much of a difference it can make. For that, and their mentoring, I am thankful.

TYLER, TexasThe mission starts with the assignment. One of the many things CAP has taught me is time management. From studying for tests, preparing for special duty assignments, planning special projects, and putting together applications, CAP has trained me in time management. The program has shown me just how important it is, and how it relates to my everyday life, including school, work, and sports. When Maj. Arthur Woodgate first asked me to be the lead Cadet Public Affairs Officer for the 200 Texas Wing Conference, April 2325, 200 in San Marcos, I was excited at the prospect of having another opportunity to exercise my skills in reporting. Although this one would be much smaller than the National Conference last September the first conference I had covered I knew that it would not be a task to be taken lightly. As I had suspected it might happen, Maj. Woodgate assigned me a very special additional task. I was to prepare a 5-minute slideshow with musical background of the conference that would be shown on Saturday night at the Awards Dinner-buffet. Typically, encampments and National Cadet Special Activities do this, but the Cadet PAOs are given days to prepare the slideshow, and that is ample time to


One of the many things CAP has taught me is time management.

worked at learning the PC-based video software and preparing the format. st Lt. Rodney Saucedo, my squadron PAO, suggested I use some funny photos mixed in with the serious ones. I contemplated the idea and, with the help of Cadet Tech Sgt Peter Goodwin, browsed the Internet searching for pictures that matched the conference agenda. Although it took some time, we were able to find several good possibilities and I was able to finish the template I had designed to my satisfac-

2010 Wing Conference

Breakout Sessions
By Cadet Tech Sgt Peter Goodwin
tional excellence, and communications. The public affairs session focused on the important skills a public affairs officer needs to develop. Organizational excellence focused on how a volunteer can also be a professional, and that CAP officers carry the reputation of our organization with them. All through the sessions, CAP members took home new knowledge. The instructors put a great deal of energy into their topics. Many of them had made booklets to go with their topics. Also, various instructors had slideshows to go with their presentations, and that made the subject easier to understand. The information the instructors delivered in their sessions was excellent. Not everything that was learned at the sessions came from the presentation itself; the students asked many good questions that made everyone more knowledgeable. Most of these questions helped as everyone tried to come up with better and more efficient programs. Im sure that this year we will see the fruits of the conference sessions. All the presentations were amazing and interesting. They all dealt with important topics and spread very good information. Attendees learned about useful tools that they could use, and how much information is online. All too soon, the sessions ended. All that was left was the dinner-buffet, that was delicious, and the speeches and awards. Then, the 200 Texas Wing Conference ended. Yet the knowledge gained will live on, and Texas Wing will show that progress in all that it does.

SAN MARCOS, TexasIn the afternoon of April 24, 200, as the Texas Wing Conference rolled on, breakout sessions came and went. They ranged anywhere from recruiting chaplains to aircraft maintenance. Through the sessions, participants asked many questions, they offered and heard many suggestions, and they got new ideas and knowledge. Furthermore, those teaching received new feedback on their ideas. Through all this, everyone walked away with something new. All sessions focused on improving our systems or teaching how to work in a given position. For example, the Aerospace 0 class taught you what you needed to know in order to be an Aerospace Officer (AEO). Other courses included public affairs, organiza-

Texas State Representative Al Edwards joins Legislative Squadron

Maj. Arthur E. Woodgate
On April 2, 200, State Representative Al Edwards met with Texas Legislative Squadron Commander CAP Lt. Col. Gordie White and other members of the Texas Legislature and friends, to be officially inducted into the Texas Wing Legislative Squadron with the grade of Major. Representative Edwards is a native Houstonian and a graduate of Texas Southern university, Houston, Texas and Tuskegee Institute in Ala. He earned an Associate Degree in Seminary from the College of Biblical Studies, Houston, Texas, an Honorary Doctoral Degree from the university of Belize, and a Doctorate of Divinity from the World Bible Christian university in San Antonio, Texas. He was called to ministry in April 993 and is currently an active associate pastor and member of Progressive New Hope Baptist Church, Houston, Texas. He is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. He has been inducted into Whos Who in America, Whos Who of Global Decision Makers, and the Hall of Fame of the African American Biographic Association in Atlanta, Ga. Mr. Edwards was involved in the peaceful demonstrations and marches during the Civil


Rights Movement throughout the united States of America with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Reverend Jesse Jackson, Mr. Carl Stocks, Reverend William Bill Lawson, and many others. He protested in Houston against apartheid in South African, and traveled to Mozambique, Johannesburg, and Angola, South Africa on a peaceseeking mission. In 2004, 2006, and 200 Al Edwards helped to lead a successful march of over 5000 people in Waller County, helping securing the right to vote of the students of Prairie View A & M university. He served as the State Chairman for Reverend Jesse Jacksons campaign for President of the u.S.A. in 94 & 9. In 99, State Representative Al Edwards authored and sponsored House Bill 06, making

June 9th (Juneteenth) a state paid holiday in Texas. Additionally, he established the non-profit organization Juneteenth u.S.A. and was appointed Chairman of Texas Emancipation Juneteenth Cultural and Historical Commission. Mr. Edwards has served as Chairman of the Texas Legislative Black Caucus and Chairman of the Democratic National Committee Black Caucus, as well as Vice-Chairman. He also served as a Super-delegate for President Barack Obama during the 200 Presidential Democratic Primary. During the st Legislative Session, Edwards authored and passed H.B. 254, which will bring primary care physicians to underserved areas of Texas by providing loan repayment assistance up to $60,000 over 4 years, in exchange for practicing in these needy areas. As a senior member of the State Legislature, has chaired many powerful committees such as Rules and Resolutions Committee, Budget and Oversight of the Ways and Means Committee, the Appropriation Committee, and many others. Texas Wing is honored to have Major Edwards join the Legislative Squadron.



Texas State Representative Solomon Ortiz, Jr. joins Legislative Squadron

By Maj. Arthur Woodgate
On April 2, 200, State Representative Solomon Ortiz, Jr. (District 33) met with Texas Legislative Squadron Commander CAP Lt. Col. Gordie White and other members of the Texas Legislature and friends, to be officially inducted into the Texas Wing Legislative Squadron with the grade of Major. State Representative Solomon Ortiz, Jr. was born and raised in Corpus Christi, Texas. He attended high school at Incarnate Word Academy, began his college career at Texas A&M university Corpus Christi, and graduated from Texas A&M university -College Station with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. He returned to Corpus Christi to give back to his community, working for the Corpus Christi Independent School District at the Adult Learning Center, where he taught math to GED students. His class had the highest attendance record of any GED class, and many of his students graduated and went on to college. Solomon later worked at a local non-profit foundation that focused on visiting schools to teach children about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. The Fighting to Rid Gangs in America Foundation also sponsored mentoring classes, computer classes, an after-school
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meal program, a summer lunch program and various other activities to keep children from taking drugs and alcohol. He ran for Nueces County Democratic Party Chairman in 2002 and won a three-man race without a run-off, becoming the youngest elected party chairman in Texas. He served two terms for a total of four years. As party chair, he administered the primary elections and managed the election budget. During his tenure, he embraced technology and initiated real-time filing updates and a county-wide voter registration project. Representative Solomon Ortiz, Jr. was first elected to the Texas House of Representatives

in a special election in November 2006. He was sworn in on Nov. 25, 2006 by his father, united States Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz, Sr. in Corpus Christi. Rep. Ortiz was appointed to the Law Enforcement, Rules and Resolutions, and Economic Development Committees. During the 0th Legislative Session, Rep. Ortiz fought to raise teacher salaries, increase the number of children who have health insurance, and fund cancer research. He authored legislation to legalize needle exchange programs to fight the spread of HIV and other diseases, an effort which culminated in the state allowing a needle exchange pilot program in Bexar County. Rep. Ortiz also filed bills to restore cuts made to the childrens health insurance program in 2003 and to require insurers to provide maternity coverage to expectant mothers. He passed an amendment designating TAMuCC as the institution responsible for collecting and managing elevation data from across the state that helps prevent and prepare for flooding, and another amendment allowing a Grand Prix race to take place in Corpus Christi. He also passed a bill allowing parents the right to Continued . . .
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Texas State Representative Joe Farias joins Legislative Squadron

Maj. Robert Brecount
RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, TexasOn Mar. 2, 200, State Representative Joe Farias met with Texas Legislative Squadron Commander CAP Lt. Col. Gordie White, Randolph Composite Squadron Deputy Commander for Seniors CAP Maj. Lynn DeHaan, and other CAP members at the squadron headquarters where he was inducted into the Texas Wing Legislative Squadron. Most CAP members present were cadets, and seeing all these young people, Rep. Farias said, I have four sons and I always told them never let up, never give up, and never say die. He went on to emphasize the values of good citizenship and encouraged his audience to stay focused on your goal, yet see what else is going on around you. Lt. Col. Gordie White told the cadets, Its a wonder how the Texas State Legislature can meet once every two years for only 40 days, and get all the states work done. He also explained to the cadets that the Texas Legislative Squadron is composed of legislators aware of the Civil Air Patrols contributions

during and after natural disasters such as Hurricane Ike and are sympathetic to CAPs needs. Rep. Farias is in his first term of office representing District , that includes Randolph AFB and parts of San Antonios south side. He retired from the San Antonio City Public Service in 2003, after 32 years.

Representative Solomon Ortiz, Jr.

access their childrens criminal records, and successfully fought to protect Corpus Christis water rights. Next session Ortiz will re-introduce legislation to create a professional engineering school at TAMuCC and expand current programs. He is a member of the Mexican American Legislative Caucus, the
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Texas Manufacturers Caucus, the Community College Caucus, the Texas Democratic Caucus and the National Conference of State Legislators Labor and Economic Development Committee. District 33 is entirely within the city of Corpus Christi. The district stretches along the SPID freeway, and includes parts of

West Oso-Molina, central and Southside Corpus Christi, and Flour Bluff. Del Mar College, Padre Staples Mall, and Oso Bay are in District 33, as are Moody, Carroll, and Flour Bluff High Schools. Texas Wing is honored to have Major Ortiz join the Legislative Squadron. H
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Phoenix Squadron Completes CPR/AED Course

By Cadet Capt Mary C. Clark
The Phoenix Composite Squadron cadets and senior members spent an entire Saturday taking the American Red Cross CPR/AED First Aid course. They made a big step toward getting their ground team badge. Being certified is one of the many prerequisites for getting a ground team member qualification. The day was filled with learning many new skills, then memorizing and practicing them in order to prepare for a situation that might spur the ground team members to be called out on an emergency ground team mission. The course instructor was Jeff Palmer, who has taught several hundred students over the last six years. Mr. Palmer was an excellent teacher who gave his time generously to answer all questions from the participants. The day ended with a 5-ques-

tion exam, which all participants passed. Everybody was then awarded their American Red Cross certification cards for a job well done. Participating was: Lt. Col. Yanaros, Major

Bowman, Capt. Vural, C/SMSgt Vural, C/SSgt Yanaros, C/AC Carpenter, C/AC Sahs, C/Amn Bowman, C/Amn Carlson, and C/Amn Whatley.

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Group II ALS
Cadet 1st Lt Emily Crouse
March 26 through 2, 39 cadets, both students and staff, gathered at Fort Wolters in Mineral Wells, Texas for the Group II Airman Leadership School (ALS). The students purpose was to improve their leadership, ability to follow, and writing skills while being taught how to succeed in Civil Air Patrol. Although attending senior members supervised the activity and offered aid, the activity was planned, run, and attended by cadets. For many of the students, this ALS was the first CAP activity they attended. This was by no means my first CAP activity, but it was still a new experience for me. I was the Public Affairs Officer in Charge, which meant that I was to mentor the Public Affairs NCO, Cadet Tech Sgt Peter Goodwin. I had been in leadership positions before, but this was a new kind of leadership position for me. Rather than giving advice on uniforms or drill procedure to a squadron full of cadets, like I did when I was first sergeant at my squadron, I was to teach one cadet about something that cannot be summarized in a regulation: how to be successful in public affairs. The staff arrived at the ALS at 6 PM on the 26th. In the time before the students arrived, I briefed Sgt Goodwin on photography techniques such as framing and the rule of thirds. We then


began taking pictures of the students as they arrived. At  PM, the students began to nervously gather in the building that was soon to become their classroom and dining hall. After they signed in, the activity truly began. That night, they were briefed on procedures and expectations before taking a pretest and a writing class. They were then given their first assignment, a 500 word essay due in only one hour. With their apprehension transformed into relief after conquering the first assignment, the students were asleep by midnight. The cadet staff collapsed into bed around 2 AM. After only a few hours of

sleep, the cadets and staff alike were awake at 5 AM for physical training, which included exercises such as jumping jacks, runs, flutter kicks, and the dreaded cherry pickers. They changed from their exercise clothes into their uniforms and went to breakfast. After that, the students day was filled with classes on subjects from proper uniform wear to CAP history to leadership styles. Once Sgt Goodwin and I had taken enough classroom photos, we used the rest of the classroom time to begin putting together a slide show that pictorially summarized the activities of the weekend. We also started working on articles


A Tribute
Group II ALS . . .
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about the ALS. Some of the students tension was released by Dining-In, a longstanding CAP tradition. The meal featured a grog bowl. Cadets could send anyone whom they wished to annoy to take a drink from the grog, rumored to be a disgusting concoction but actually composed mostly of fruit punch. To send someone to the grog, a cadet must accuse him of a real or imaginary peccadillo. The accusation must be made in rhyme, which adds to the hilarity. No one is immune from being grogged, as Sgt Goodwin and I quickly learned. Despite our best efforts and rhymes, we were sent to the grog for standing too close to the grog bowl while taking pictures. After the grog bowl was closed for the night, the meal ended on a more somber note as the cadets honored POW/MIA servicemen and women. They exhorted themselves, Remember. Cadet st Lt. Addison Jaynes, the cadet commander of the activity, stated, The purpose of Dining-In is to give cadets an opportunity to experience traditional Air Force ways . . . It also helps them unwind after a stressful weekend. After Dining-In, the students ended the day by writing three two-hundredword essays on the things they had learned throughout the days classes. Sgt Goodwin and I also spent the evening writing; we finished writing our articles before
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By Cadet 1st Lt Nicholas Schroder No, not today They fought for our country No, not today And they survived hell, only to come home No, not today And they did and were happy that they did so No, not today They came home expecting peace No, not today instead they found only death No, not today shot by him they considered comrade No, not today They are now wounded or dead No, not today clinging to life or already lost it turning the ground red No, not today Their comrade shot down, but too late... No, not today 3 had already lost their lives to the date No, not today November 5th, the day of the massacre No, not today of the warriors of Fort Hood No, not today to those who gave so all would be good No, not today

adding pictures from Dining-In to the slide show. The third day, the students faced two of their greatest challenges yet: taking the post-test and giving impromptu speeches. They performed admirably on their final ordeals before graduation, the culmination of the weekends work. Graduation was also the culmination of the public affairs staffs work. After editing our articles, Sgt Goodwin and I spent the morning setting up the projector and speakers to present our slide show to the cadets and parents. The students all enjoyed the slide show, although the cadet staff appeared somewhat disgruntled whenever a picture appeared that had caught one of them in a not-quite-photogenic moment. Immediately after the slide show, the graduates were called up one by one to receive their certificates. The students dedication was rewarded; all of the cadets passed, despite the schools stringent standards. The students gained much knowledge over the weekend, as did I. By teaching Sgt Goodwin how to become a better Public Affairs NCO, I became a better Public Affairs Officer. By watching him learn, I gained more confidence in my own abilities, both as a Public Affairs Officer and a leader. The Group II ALS was a great success for all involved. H

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What To Do When Everything Gets VERY Quiet

By Lt. Col. Rand Woodward Texas Wing Stan/Eval Officer Check pilots throughout Texas Wing often comment to me that some pilots are unsure of the proper procedures during the most dramatic of all emergency situations, the Engine Failure During Flight. Practice of this emergency situation should be a part of every pilots annual Form 5 check ride. Observers and scanners should also be aware of these procedures. They can be of great help to the pilot in this situation. Remember, we are all strapped into the aircraft together. First of all, the standard, boilerplate disclaimer. These are my opinions and techniques; developed over 34 years as a Certificated Flight Instructor, 20 years as a CAP Check Pilot, and twice as a Wing Stan/ Eval Officer. But they are only my opinions. Should anything in this article contradict Federal Aviation Regulations, CAP Regulations, or the Aircraft Flight Manual; those sources take precedence. The first things to accomplish in any emergency situation are the Immediate Action Items, sometimes called BoLDFAce by military trained pilots because they are often written in boldface type in most aircraft flight manuals. These procedural items must be committed to memory, and executed immediately upon the onset of the emergency. The boldface items for the Engine Failure During Flight emergency are: 1. Establish Best Glide Speed and Configuration (and trim for that airspeed). 2. select a suitable emergency Landing Area (within gliding distance). If the pilot performs these two items correctly, and the related follow on procedures, all occupants of the aircraft should be able to walk away from the aircraft safely and uninjured. You have now covered your proverbial hind end, so whats next? Why did the engine quit? And will it restart? A restart would be worth trying, but quickly. What is required for an engine to operate? Fuel, spark, and air. Check all of those things, sometimes in more than one place. . 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Fuel Selector Valve Both Mixture Rich Throttle - Open Carburetor Heat On Ignition Switch Both (or Start if propeller is stopped) Primer In and Locked

Although these items are not technically boldface, they also should be committed to memory, because the pilot does not have time to look in the checklist at this point. Now, there is a technique that I teach that needs mentioning here. I like to pull the Carb Heat - On immediately when the engine fails, even before Best Glide Speed. Why? Well, aircraft engines are air cooled. If it was because of carburetor icing that the engine stopped, if the pilot delays there may not be enough heat left to melt the ice. Some may question that, but it only takes an instant, and that item will be accomplished soon anyway.
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Well, did the engine restart? Sometimes it does. The single most common reason why an engine stops is that the fuel selector valve was inadvertently moved to the off position, or to an empty tank. With fuel restored the engine often roars back to life. But of course, that never happens on your check ride (its all simulated anyway). So, whats the next step? While the pilot is maneuvering to land, make a radio call. Mayday, Mayday, Mayday! This is Cessna 1 2 Sierra Oscar Lima. Ive lost my engine and Im going down about five miles north of Podunk. We are all in Civil Air Patrol, right? Even if you filed a flight plan, how long will it take before CAP comes looking for you? Flight Service will not even be concerned until 30 minutes after your scheduled arrival time. Then they will call the airport, call surrounding airports, and ask if you are on the ramp? That will take 30 minutes. Then they will call the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, who will call the CAP Wing Alerting Officer, who will appoint an Incident Commander, who will call out aircrews. Then the aircrews will have to meet, be briefed on their assignment, and launch to their grid. Darkness will probably intervene somewhere in that process. The point is, even with a flight plan, and the system operating correctly, it will be hours before CAP comes looking. Now, how long will it take for someone to come looking if you make a radio call? Instantaneously! So, to quote Ghost Busters, Who ya gonna call? The emergency frequency, 2.5, is a good guess, but many pilots dont know that most ATC facilities, and airliners, dont even monitor 2.5 unless they are aware of an emergency. The better frequency would be your last known frequency, unless it has been some time since you last used it. Flight following with Center is good. Or, Flight Watch on 22.0 is monitored by all Flight Service Stations. As a last resort, transmit in the blind on 2.5. Also squawk 00. Now, youve found a place to land, tried a restart, and told someone. Anything else? Yes. If you have time, and only if you have time (like your engine quit at 8000 ft. in cruise) get out the emergency checklist for Forced Landings. My experience is that this is where most pilots jump to first, when it is really the last thing you want to do. Now lets discuss the actual pattern to the suitable emergency landing area. I would much rather that the pilot err on the high side, for two reasons. First, without an engine altitude can be lost, but not gained. You have many drag devices and procedures to loose altitude, but if you are too low there is nowhere to go. So, I recommend staying high, in the clean configuration, until landing is assured. Then select full flaps, gear, and slip if necessary to lose altitude. Secondly, if you do misjudge, I would rather that you land long and hit the fence at the end of the field going 20 knots than hit the fence at the beginning of the field going 60 knots. One more item on the pattern: consider the wind. To minimize the ground speed on touchdown you should land into the wind, and plan your pattern accordingly. But many pilots misjudge the wind, and again find themselves low and short. Remember, while attempting to land into the wind, the wind will also be pushing you away from your landing site. So again, stay high until landing is assured. Lets also discuss a suitable landing site. A nice, straight, paved road would be nice. But there are hazards. Traffic could be on the road, and I guarantee that in a collision between a light aircraft and a heavy car, the car will win. Also, often there are power lines along most roads, and bridge abutments. I would prefer a long, flat field or pasture, oriented into the wind. You might damage the aircraft a bit by landing on a less than hard surface, but you will probably walk away uninjured. Thank goodness that with the reliable engines of today, engine failures are rare. But I guarantee, you are going to have a simulated engine failure on your next Form 5 check ride. Study, practice, and be ready. H

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By Capt. Johanna Augustine

Three Rivers Flight completes CERT Training

Six weeks after receiving their charter, members of the Three Rivers Flight of Grape Creek completed all requirements for Introduction to Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT), or IS-3. Topics included introduction to CERT, fire safety, hazardous material and terrorist incidents, disaster medical operations, and search and rescue. After the requisite 6 hours of classroom instruction, Bea Ramsey, San Angelo CERT Coordinator, distributed CERT backpacks to each student. Each backpack included leather gloves, flashlight, helmet, goggles, wrench, dust mask, duct tape, first aid kit, and a CERT vest.
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Students then spent 4 hours demonstrating their practical skills. Everyone demonstrated using a fire extinguisher to put out a small fire, while Wesley Mobley, assistant instructor and a Grape Creek Volunteer firefighter, did the honors of lighting and relighting the fire despite the high afternoon temperatures. The students moved back indoors to complete the remaining practical requirements. CERT instructor and Grape Creek Volunteer firefighter Jose Rivera demonstrated transporting a person by chair, blanket, and backboard; how to transport a person to reduce causing further injury to neck or back; and removing

trapped victims using cribbing. The last exercise of the day involved the students entering a darkened building in teams, locating injured or deceased persons, and safely removing them from the building. Donning full CERT gear, all students entered the building in teams of two, methodically searched the building, located both victims, and successfully removed them. Three Rivers Flight members completing the training were Capt. Johanna Augustine, st Lt.s Dave Augustine and Les Roblin, Cadet TSgt Nathaniel Ferguson, and Cadet Airman Basics A.J. Augustine and Jonah Griggs.

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26 NRA Marksmanship Qualifications earned during Encampment

A fresh edge is being forged on the Texas Wing Encampment starting with the Summer of 200. under the program direction of Captain Robert Skip Smith every Basic and Intermediate Cadet received the NRA First Steps Rifle Course. Training that teaches the introductory knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to operate a firearm safely. Each Basic Cadet had one opportunity to use the range, giving them a solid introduction necessary to qualify with the NRA Marksmanship program at future Encampments. Each Intermediate Cadet practiced every day for four days on the range for a total of approximately  hours. Although Captain Smith, for

the first time in four Encampments, has stepped off the range as the primary instructor this year, his vision to develop shooting sports within the Texas Wing drives the effort. Captain Smith is an NRA Certified Rifle Instructor, Coach and Chief Range Safety Officer. He specialized as a Sniper Requalification Instructor, Squadron Designated Marksman Instructor and M-249 and M-240D machine gun instructor. He has recruited four Senior Members to carry on with the range. Major Fred Mahaffey is an NRA Certified Rifle, Pistol, and Personal Protection in the Home Instructor as well as a Range Safety Continued on page 29 . . .
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Texas Summer Encampment 2010

On Target!
By Major Fred Mahaffey
Some might wonder why we offer marksmanship training at a cadet encampment; the truth is there are several reasons. Besides the ability for the cadets to earn their NRA Marksmanship medals, it is an excellent tool to teach and reinforce our Core Values. Not to mention it is just a lot of fun! The very first day of the encampment the cadets where given a basic safety and instruction briefing on firearm operation and everyone went through an Operational Risk Management (ORM) safety briefing on potential hazards on the shooting range. Each group of cadets was briefed on safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) before each training session. Part of the training included teaching the cadets responsibility, not just for themselves but for everyone around them and the

equipment. Everyone was taught to pay attention not only to the Range Safety Officer and his or her commands. But, also that anyone could call a cease fire if

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they had a safety concern. Safety is everyones responsibility! This helped develop courage, accountability, self-respect, self-discipline, and integrity. We had excellent instructors who volunteered their time whether by using their vacation time or personal time to volunteer to come out and teach and mentor the cadets. Setting for the cadets the example of Volunteer service and demonstrating a commitment to CAPs Core Values, not only in speech but in action. The instructors for the program this year where: Major Fred Mahaffey, Senior Member Sharon Cundiff, Captain Bruce Folks, and Senior Member Rodney Jaime. As the cadets learned the proper positioning and breathing techniques to hit the target they learned that to be the best, they would have to continuously strive to be better. That excellence didnt just happen. That it takes perseverance and patience, a lesson that applies to all of our endeavors in life. The cadets and the seniors involved all learned Respect. Not only for the tools of the program, i.e. rifles, safety equipment, but, for each other as well. They learned to be patient and wait their turn. They learned to work together as a team while one would shoot the other would act as an extra pair of eyes for safety issues and spot the target and help the shooter determine how he or she was doing. I noticed the cadets that had some shooting experience helping out those with little or no experience. The professionalism and patience demonstrated was awesome! We had

twenty six cadets qualify for medals this encampment. The respect given to the Range Safety Officers and to each other really helped to make this a fun and safe event. When it comes to fun and reinforcing our Core Values (integrity, Volunteer service, excellence, and Respect) the Marksmanship Program at Summer Encampment 200 was right On Target! H

NRA Marksmanship
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Officer, being involved in shooting sports since 94. Senior Member Sharon Cundiff is also an NRA Certified Rifle, Pistol, Instructor and Range Safety Officer. She is certified as an archery instructor with the NAA (National Archery Association) and currently works with the Boy Scouts of America Capital Area Council Shooting Sports. Captain Bruce Folks is an NRA Rifle Instructor and Range Safety Officer and the only member of the group who has served on the Encampment Range previ29

ously. Rounding out the team is Senior Member Rodney Jaime, who is a Houston Police Officer and former Marine. In excess of 200 Cadets used approximately 20,000 rounds of .22 lr over a five day period, with every member of Intermediate Encampment qualifying on the NRA Marksmanship Program. Many earned multiple levels from Basic Practical to Marksman st Class. Twenty-six awards were earned amongst the eighteen cadets. Captain Skip Smiths vision has

a solid start. His goal is to develop a shooting encampment for the Texas Wing, recruit more instructors, eventually create shooting groups inside each of the five groups in the Texas Wing with friendly competition among the groups, and someday field a shooting team that could actually travel to National Camp Perry Competition. Hoorah! Captain Smith! Check out the results: http://029eba0.netsolhost.com/ n e w s /s t o r i e s / 2 00 / 2 00 0 6 / Marksman%20Results/ H
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Alamo Composite Squadron Cadet Receives Mitchell Award

By 1st Lt. Estelle Kelly
Timothy Andre, a member of the Alamo Composite Squadron, was promoted to the grade of Cadet Second Lieutenant following the completion of the second phase of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program thus earning the Mitchell Award. The Group V Chaplain, and a 96 Mitchell Award recipient, presented the award in a ceremony held at the Alamo Composite Squadron Headquarters. Billy Mitchell is considered by the united States Air Force an untiring advocate for air power. During World War I, Brigadier General Mitchell commanded all American aerial combat units in France and won complete aerial superiority over German ground forces. For his wartime efforts, Mitchell was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, the Distinguished Service Medal and several foreign decorations. His name remains synonymous with military aviation during the 920s. The Mitchell Award is given to the most outstanding cadet in the Civil Air Patrol. The award acknowledges the cadets scholastic acumen, demonstrated Civil Air Patrol performance, and moral character.
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Only 5% of all Civil Air Patrol Cadets complete this requirement which marks the transition from Cadet Airman Basic to Cadet Officer. In Cadet Second Lieutenant Andres words, The Mitchell award is given to a select few cadets who realize what it takes to be an officer. It shows that the recipient is committed to Civil Air Patrol, and that they do not easily deter.

My Senior Member Basic Encampment

SM Sharon Cundiff
I joined CAP for two reasons. The first reason was because I couldnt understand or follow anything my son was saying. He told me about PT, pumpkin, Curry, ES, AE, uOD etc.... etc... I figured it would be the only way I could possibly support him in his endeavors. The second reason was because I had shared with the other adult members my involvement with Venture Crews as a branch of the Boy Scouts of America, specifically my role in supporting their Shooting Sports Program. Wouldnt you know, my squadron was dual charted with BSA, and in need of a couple of volunteers to activate the program. With that development, I felt I had found my place within CAP! Not being one who simply dips her toes into the water, I commenced my swan dive into this very unfamiliar environment by volunteering as one of the Firearm Instructors for the Summer 200 Texas Wing Summer Encampment. That is what a new Cadet does, right? My first huge hurdle was acquiring and outfitting the uniform. My Squadrons Cadets and Senior Members had several laughs as I sewed the Wing Patch on my blues blouse, purchased male trousers, belt and male low quarter shoes, and cadet flight cap. How was I supposed to know to check the amendments? I went to our local Army and Navy shop, showed them the pictures I received from CAP NHQ and they drug me around happily taking my money! (they have a no refund policy of course!) Spending an afternoon with our Logistics Officer at Randolph Air Force Base, quickly set me on the right track. Except for the Logistics Officers final laugh. With a serious look, and straight face he told me that my BDus were male and that I needed female BDus. He couldnt keep the rouse up for long, as he looked over at my wide eyed, shocked face well after we left Randolph! Encampment time finally arrived, and for the first two and a half days, not having students to teach how to shoot, were spent in classes of RST (Required Staff Training.) It really seemed to me that I was the only one not contributing to the efforts. In retrospect most of the adult staff, unless in Administration, had nothing to do because the Cadet Staff were the ones whom were calling the shots. To me, at the time, this situation typified the military mode of operation; hurry up and wait. I discovered that Im not so good in that mode. The six days that Cadet Basics, Intermediate, and ATS 33 (Advanced Training School) occupied the campus while I was there, went by a whole lot faster than the two and a half days of RST in hurry up and wait mode! Those six days were simply electric! upon their arrival, Cadet Basics looked liked how I felt. I would describe it as empty. With no clue as to what is about to happen, but knowing that it WILL happen created a carnival of emotions but without any true idea as to what those emotions were logically in response to, after all we PAID for this! Empty, for me was the optimal state. I literally absorbed all of the sights and sounds of Basic Encampment. My heart sang every time I heard good morning, afternoon or evening maam. Even better was six day hiatus of not hearing the mumbling of responses from a young adults mouth, while staring at their shoes and shuffling their feet. I could easily learn to trust these Cadets just by virtue of their respectful interactions. I felt shear joy when one cadet or a whole flight answered my query as to how they were doing, with OuTSTANDING MAAM! Reliving it even now, I tend to sigh with pleasure. A pleasure it was to spend six days outside in the heat all day, without latrines, training those Cadets, and some adults, in the safe and appropriate handling of a firearm. I never once wished I wasnt there. They taught me more than I taught them. What of the Adults? Obviously they were there, and ultimately responsible, but on the fringes. Adults were the mentors, allowing errors to occur that were not harmful to body or psyche as teaching moments; discovery moments. My teaching/discovery moments occurred while witnessing other Senior Members in action, and asking questions upon questions. I drank from the fire hydrant! I am not as empty as my first day of RST. At this point I am more comfortable wearing the uniform, my salute is improving, (especially where, when and who.) My repertoire of what kind of questions to ask and more importantly to whom is now at the toddler level. The Senior Members never made me feel like the awkward fledgling but instead they herded me right along with them. My Senior Member Encampment experience was rewarding, and fun! I am looking forward to supporting my son during his CAP career, I am looking forward to having a small part in developing shooting sports at future Encampments, but I am mostly looking forward to my next OuTSTANDING MAAM!

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Pegasus Squadron Cadets Relate Encampment Experience

I am sure that those that have arrived home after the 2010 Texas Wing Summer Encampment are still reliving their experiences. Following are three cadets who call it as they saw it!
C/2nd Lt David Hardcastle Golf Flight Commander / Pegasus Squadron
When I got the call in early June from C/Maj Joshua Pravel (63rd Squadron commander) asking me if I would be willing to serve at encampment as a flight commander, I took the offer without any hesitation, but to be honest I was a bit nervous. It made me think back to my basic encampment. I thought that there was no way I would ever be as good or as strong as my flight commander or flight sergeant. It took me a lot of time to realize that I was/am in the same place as my flight commander/flight sergeant was when they took on the job. I wonder if they were thinking the same things that I was. From the time when I arrived on the 0th of June for RST (required staff training) to basic cadet inprocessing I was under the impression that the basic cadets were the only ones who would be really learning from or getting anything out of encampment. By the time in-processing was over and we were moving out the cadets it had already become clear to me that I was very wrong, and that basic encampment is a learning experience for the flight staff as well. Because of the great number of experiences during my week of staffing encampment, I am now a much more confident leader. I learned what it takes to bring people together, I learned my limits as a leader, and most importantly I learned how to really apply the core values to my leadership. Aside from the valuable lessons I learned at encampment, the most rewarding part was having the opportunity to watch my flight grow from a group of individuals into a team. My cadets seemed to unite faster than any other fight. They did an
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extraordinary job motivating each other and working together to reach their goals. Whether I told them or not, from day one, my cadets exceeded my expectations tremendously. Staffing summer encampment was a truly fulfilling experience and I strongly urge those who have never staffed before to do so. I had an awesome time being a part of this years encampment and look forward to staffing more in the future.

C/SrA Dorian N. Davis Encampment Honor Cadet Golf Flight / Pegasus Squadron
My experience at Big Sandy was not what I had expected. I expected a hardcore boot camp experience but this just gets you to get used to the basics of the program. In the beginning you feel as though you shouldnt be there since you automatically get called out for addressing someone wrong or just looking at them. Of course that was the easy stuff. The hard part was memorizing who was what rank and how to address them. In my flight I had flight commander C/2nd Lt Hardcastle and my Flight Sargent was C/MSgt Wyatt Burton. With them in the beginning it was pretty hard but as we endured the whole boot camp experience they were pretty chilled out. They made the whole experience fun. They also gave us nicknames and mine just so happened to be LIPS because I was basically the person who made boot camp really funny for everyone in our squadron so they said I needed a nickname, I came up with a random name of LIPS. Then, on Wednesday Hardcastle told us that we had to come up with a skit for Friday and it had to be funny. Continued on page 39 . . .
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Lackland Cadet receives the Air Force Association Award

2nd Lt. Nancy Kerr
The Air Force Association (AFA) is a civilian education organization promoting public understanding of aerospace power and the pivotal role it plays in the security of the nation. The AFA recognizes the outstanding cadet in each Civil Air Patrol (CAP) squadron each year. Maj Bob Howard, Lackland Cadet Squadron Commander nominated C/Captain Kristopher Kerr, in recognition of his leadership, academic excellence, contributions to the squadron, and his remarkable progress in the cadet program On, 3 May 200, Col (Ret) Gary L. Copsey, Air Force Association (AFA) Vice President of Leadership, from the Alamo Chapter 234, presented the AFA citation and ribbon to Cadet/Captain Kristopher Kerr. Col. (Ret) Copsey also presented C/Capt Kerr with the first 00th Anniversary glass memento of which only 00 were made. The memento was designed for the 00th year Anniversary of Military Aviation in San Antonio and used as a memento for the Alamo Chapter AFA Executive Dinner that was held on the eve of the 200 Expo and Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas. Lt. Richardson, Deputy CC for Cadet Programs, acknowledged Cadet/Capt Kristopher Kerrs milestones over the past years: Cadet Kerr,  years old, joined Civil Air Patrol in Feb 2006. Since joining CAP he has been an active member of squadron activities to include Honor Guard/Color Guard, squadron fund raisers, and meetings, from Feb 2006 to present. Cadet Captains Kerrs accomplishments include: - Completed the Wright Brothers Award and promoted to Cadet/Staff Sergeant on 4 Jun 0. - Awarded the Billy Mitchell Award and promoted to C/2nd Lt on 23 Sep 0. - Awarded the Amelia Earhart Award and promoted to C/Capt on 2 Oct 09. -Completed all CTEP PME schools: NCOL, NCOA, SNOCA, OTS, Regional Cadet Leadership
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School (RCLS) and CCSC, including Summer and Winter Encampments. -Within the squadron, he held the positions of GuideOn, Element Leader, Flight Sgt, First Sgt, Deputy Cadet Commander, Cadet Commander and now currently serving as the Cadet Aerospace Officer. He also served as the Color Guard Commander at several color guard performances throughout the years. -Form Mar 2009 through Mar 200, Cadet Kerr helped establish a presence in the community, serving as the units Cadet Commander, as well as providing valuable leadership in recruiting, community service and mentoring and coaching the competive color guard. Some highlights include the addition of 29 new cadets and 4 senior members in 2009-200 which was attributed to the hard work of cadets and senior members and monthly recruitment days. Promotions included 52 cadets promoting and several cadets participating in CTEP school functions, and one cadet receiving his solo pilot license and wings. Community service projects included the collection of laundry detergent which was presented to the Ronald McDonald House & the Battered Womens Shelter. In Jan 200, Cadet Kerr kicked off the Fischer House
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Community Service Drive, collecting household items to help defray the operating expenses of the Lackland Fisher House and help those in need in the Lackland community. -In Apr 2009, Cadet Kerr was awarded the VFW Cadet Officer of the Year, by local VFW representatives. -Cadet Kerr completed: Phase ---The Learning Phase, Phase II---The Leadership Phase, and Phase III---The Command Phase, and is working on Phase 4The Executive Phase. On 2 Apr 0, he completed Leadership Officer Achievement 2, and is currently working on the Aerospace Officer Achievement 3. Cadet Kerr is currently a junior at John Paul Stevens High School. He is ranked at the top 0% of his class with a GPA of 93%. He is ranked 6 out of 65 students. Cadet Kerr is a member of the National Honor Society and the National Society of High School Scholars. He is a member of the 2009-200 Varsity Mens Soccer Team and he received his varsity letter on 22 Mar 200. Cadet Kerr performed volunteer work for both community and school events throughout the years. He is an active member of his church and helps during mass services, feeding the homeless and a member of the Churchs Youth Group. In Mar 200, he became a mentor to a new confirmed student. In Nov 2009, he helped lay over 900 wreaths at the Wreaths Across America ceremony at Ft. Sam National Cemetery. On 9 Apr 200, Cadet Kerr participated in The Daughters of the Republic of Texas Pilgrimage to the Alamo. The pilgrimage is a memorial tribute to the Alamo heroes and the heritage of Texas--a solemn silent wreath-bearing procession walk to the Alamo in downtown San Antonio. Cadet Kerr thanked Col. (Retired) Gary Copsey and Maj. Bob Howard, the Lackland Cadet Squadrons Commander for this special recognition. He also thanked the cadets and told them to keep up the good work to bring more future leaders and support the current cadet commander. Cadet Kerr thanked the cadet families who support CAP and bring their children to CAP meetings and events. Lastly, he thanked the unit for their dedication to training of its members. Cadet Kerr is considering a major in Electrical Engineering. On  May 200, he applied for a High School Air Force ROTC Scholarship with Detachment 42, at the university of Texas, San Antonio. H

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While everyone was thinking about what we should do, I started being random and started to remember how funny morning formation was. So I began to act it out in the middle of the hallway and everyone heard me and said that that would be a great idea. Friday came and we acted out the morning formation skit and everybody loved it and Hardcastle said I made the Cadet Commander actually laugh. After all the skits were done he started to hand out the Honor Cadet of the flights and Valadez got the Honor Cadet of the 63rd Squadron (three flights). Then when he announced that I got the Honor Cadet of Encampment Award I was shocked because I knew there were a lot of people who had alot more potential than me and should have got this award. But I gladly accepted and still questioned how I got it. If you havent been to Encampment you should go. Youll make new friends and its really fun once you get past the first couple days.

C/Amn Brandon Valadez 63rd Squadron Encampment Honor Cadet Golf Flight / Pegasus Squadron
I feel quite honored to be named the 63rd Squadron Honor Cadet for the Texas Wing Summer Encampment. The whole experience was quite new to me between the inspections and drills we continually had to endure. The discipline that was instilled was something I came to realize was necessity to survive at Encampment. Regardless, I still had plenty of fun, especially on the rifle range and on the low ropes course. It was a good team building experience for all of us in my flight. I have to say that we managed to pull together and work as a cohesive group pretty quickly. We did what was asked of us and helped each other out when it was needed most. Im very proud of everyone in my flight. We may not have been the loudest (warrior flight), or won the knowledge bowl (academic flight), or been the Honor flight of encampment, but Golf Flight was definitely the most strongly knit, hardest working flight there. In my book, we were the best flight at encampment. I enjoyed the whole experience because of those guys.

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Johnson County Cadets promoted by Air Force Lackland ROTC representative in Squadron ceremony Change of Command
Maj. Robert Benton
Cadets Airman First Class Sergio Chairez and Logan Holzmeier were promoted to the rank of Senior Airman on March 4 by newly commissioned Air Force ROTC Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Marcus Anthony at the home of the 3st Johnson County Composite Squadron at Hazelwood Municipal Airport. Cadet Chairez and Holzmeier dressed BDus were promoted outside of the squadron building under the warm, clear Texas sky with the squadron called to attention by Cadet Technical Sergeant Joseph Gould. Lt Anthony in ABus (Airman Battle uniform) and Deputy Commander for Cadets, Capt Daniel Hunt replaced the metal ranks of both cadets. Before the promotion ceremony, Lt Anthony gave an hour and half presentation on the AFROTC to the squadron members present. Lt Anthony is currently an Assistant Regional Director of Admissions; SW- AFROTC Detachment 35 university of North Texas in Denton services other area universities with AFROTC programs such as Midwestern State university, Paul Quinn College, Southern Methodist university, Collin County Community College, Texas Womans university, university of Texas at Dallas, North Central Texas Community College and the university of Dallas. He inspired the cadets to continue their cadet leadership training through CAP and pursue a future in the AFROTC, encouraging them while they continue their education after they leave high school. Lt Anthony plans on returning the squadron for future presentations and community events involving the unit.
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C/2nd Lt. Alexander Holliday It was the night of 0 March 200. It was a special night for the Lackland Cadet Squadron, TX-00. It was the Change of Command for the Cadet Commander. The night started with the usual opening formation, and went on to a class with the Chaplain for Moral Leadership. The soon-tobe Cadet Commander, C/Capt Moellendorf, was busy at work, both on conferencing with the Senior Members and attempting to attend to the class at the same time. I got him to find the time to speak with me for a few minutes. He stated that he felt a sense of accomplishment about his upcoming new position. Through his time at this squadron, he has participated in the Lackland Cadet Drill Team, commanded and participated in multiple Honor Guard and Color Guard performances, has shot up through the ranks, and has been involved thoroughly in unit activities in his time with
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Lackland Cadet Squadron visits the Lackland ISD

2nd Lt. Nancy Kerr

(L to R) Maj. Robert Howard, C/ SMSgt A. Thomas, and 2nd Lt. Mark Richardson.

the squadron. As for the ceremony, 2nd Lt. Richardson, the Deputy Commander of Cadets, took the place of the then current Cadet Commander, C/Captain Kris Kerr, who was unable to attend that night. The First Sergeant C/SMSgt Thomas handed off the squadron flag to 2nd Lt. Richardson, who passed it off to the Squadron Commander, Maj. Robert Howard, who then gave the flag to C/Capt Moellendorf, who proudly took the helm of the his new position. Before the Change of Command, there was also an awards and promotions ceremony. Receiving awards/promotions were C/SSgt Vazquez, C/MSgt Richardson, C/ SMSgt Thomas, and C/st Lt Sommers, each for a previous achievement or a grade they had just achieved. H

The Lackland Independent School District consists of the Lackland Elementary and the Stacey Junior/Senior High School located on Lackland Air Force Base (AFB), San Antonio TX. The school opened on September , 953. Both schools have earned the highest ratings in the Texas Public School Accountability System. The Lackland Junior and Senior High School was renamed after Virginia Allred Stacey who served the district for 30 years as a teacher, administrator, and superintendent. This is the second year in a row that the Lackland Cadet Squadron visited the school house organized by C/SMSgt Christina Richardson who is a Junior attending school on Lackland AFB, San Antonio.

The Lackland Cadets main purpose of the visit was to recruit new Cadets and Senior Members to Civil Air Patrol, let the community know that we exists, who we are and what Civil Air Patrol is about. C/Lt Col Gus Rojas was the guest speaker at both sessions. He explained what is CAP, told them briefly about CAP history and that CAP focuses on Aerospace Education, Emergency Services, and Civil Air Patrol. He also went on to say that CAP is a volunteer organization with membership of 5,000 strong that includes people from all backgrounds, lifestyles, and occupations. He also said that CAP is nationwide and represented in all 50 states. He briefed that CAP is tasked with homeContinued on page 43 . . .
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Lackland Cadet Receives Air Force Sergeants (AFS) Award

2nd Lt. Nancy Kerr
Every Monday the Lackland Cadet Squadron starts with an open ranks inspection for all the Cadets. After the inspection, a class on aerospace education, award recognitions, promotions and other achievements were presented to the squadron members. TSgt Frank V. Musarra, an Action Officer at HQ Air Force Security Forces, Center Tactic Cell, at Lackland AFB TX and a member of the Air Force Sergeants (AFS) Association, Lackland AFB local Chapter 06, presented the AFS Award to C/SMSgt Christina Richardson on 3 May 200. The award established by the AF Sergeants Association recognizes the outstanding contributions of a Civil Air Patrol Cadet Non-Commissioned Officer. Col. (Ret) Gary L. Copsey, AFA Vice President of Leadership, from the Alamo Chapter 234, presented C/Capt Kristopher Kerr the Air Force Association (AFA) Award and ribbon, in recognition of his leadership, academic excellence, contributions to the squadron, and his remarkable progress in the cadet program. Col (Ret) Copsey also presented C/Capt Kerr with the first 00th Anniversary glass memento that was designed for the 00th year Anniversary of Military Aviation in San Antonio and used as a memento for the Alamo Chapter AFA Executive Dinner that was held on the eve of the 200 Expo and Symposium held in San Antonio, Texas.

At the end of the evening, Maj. Bob Howard honored a few cadets with promotions and achievements. Cadet/AC Daisy Valdez was promoted to C/AC, C/AC Reynaldo Dozal was promoted to C/ SrA and C/SSgt J. Vasquez was promoted to C/TSgt. C/SSgt Taylor Barton, received the Wright Brothers Certificate and C/Capt Kristopher Kerr received his certificate for his completion of Leadership Officer Achievement, Achievement 2. Senior Member 2nd Lt. Mark Richardson received a certificate for completing Phase I in the Senior Member program. After the conclusion of the ceremony, family and friends congratulated each of the members.

Lackland ISD
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Aerospace Education, Model Rocketry and more. After each session several students came forward to spin the riffle. The Cadets fielded as many questions as time permitted and handed out CAP literature to the students. The cadets who attended were: C/Lt Col Gus Rojas, C/Maj Colleen Rojas, C/SMSgt Christina Richardson, C/SSgt Taylor Barton,

and C/AIC Kevin Martinez. Two Senior Members who attended were 2nd Lt. Jeffrey Barton and 2nd Lt. Nancy Kerr. At the conclusion of the visit the Cadets felt a sense of accomplishment reaching out to the community yet once again about Civil Air Patrol..the best kept known secret! H

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Lackland Cadet Squadron Shines at Fiesta Flambeau Parade

1st Lt. Eric Renth
New Orleans may have Mardi Gras but the biggest party in San Antonio Texas is Fiesta Week, Association, the largest chapter in the AFA. Along with the CAP, a Humvee was provided by the 443 Airlift Wing at Lackland and was driven by SMSgt Annie Howell, a great CAP supporter. The theme of the parade was Legends in Music and this is the largest night parade in the uS. We were number seven in the overall line up of about one hundred entries and marched along a 2.6 mile route. We were seen by at least half a million folks, and the sharpness of our cadets and seniors was applauded by the parade viewers. We had six senior members and twenty cadets participating. A big thanks to everyone in the Alamo, Lackland and Randolph squadrons who volunteered their talents. A special thanks to Nick and Bonnie Carrisal of the Fiesta Flambeau Parade Commission for their encouragement. A big thanks also to the AF Assn Alamo Chapter for their belief that we are a good representative for them! We are already looking forward to April 20!

usually the last week of April. Three million residents and visitors enjoy themselves at balls, parades, concerts, carnivals and more. This festival started in 9 to commemorate the battles of the Alamo and San Jacento and is a celebration of the citys rich cultural heritage. CAP has been a small part for the past ten years! The Randolph, Lackland Cadet Squadron and Alamo Composite squadrons joined forces to march in the April 24 Fiesta Flambeau Parade. This was the 62nd year for the parade, and CAP first participated in 2000, as part of an uSAF promotion sponsored by the Alamo Chapter of the Air Force
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Lackland Cadet Squadron marches in the

Pilgrimage to the Alamo

2nd Lt. Nancy Kerr
On 9 Apr 200, Cadets from the Lackland Cadet Squadron participated in the Pilgrimage to the Alamo, in San Antonio, Texas. The Daughters of the Republic of Texas have honored the Pilgrimage to the Alamo since 925. The pilgrimage is a memorial tribute to the Alamo heroes and the heritage of Texas. A solemn, wreath-bearing procession of historic, civic, patriotic, military and school groups walk silently to the Alamo. Approaching the Alamo, an announcer intones the names of the Alamo defenders from within the Alamo walls. Cadet/Captain Kris Kerr, Cadet/SSgt Samuel Rogers, and Cadet/AIC Reynaldo Dozal, proceeded with a floral offering to the Alamo greensward near the memorial service area, paying respect with a salute before departing. The ceremony concluded with a brief memorial service.

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By 2nd Lt. Rich Hazeltine

Cadets and Senior Members pose with the CBP AStar helicopter.

El Paso Squadron Tours Customs Operations Center

The El Paso Composite Squadron got the VIP treatment at the El Paso Operations Center of the Customs and Border Protection Air unit on May 3, 200. The CBP Air Branch based at El Paso International Airport covers the border with Mexico across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. The Cadets and Senior Members started with a briefing at the Operations Center. A senior Air Interdiction Agent acted as the guide and explained the role of CBP and how it evolved with the Dept. of Homeland Security after 9/. The group learned about the 290 aircraft of 22 different types, including uAVs, operated by CBP, nationwide. This fleet flies missions 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The agent pointed out pictures of two agents killed in the line of duty while flying official missions. He told the group how these reminded every agent, every day, how important safety and Operational Risk
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Management are on every mission-no matter how routine it may be. These pictures are displayed on the wall between the briefing room and the hangar for all flight crews to see. The group was led to the hangar and flight line to get a closer look at the AStar helicopter and a Cessna Citation jet. They learned about the different deicing systems on the Citation and the capabilities of the spotlight on the AStar. The group had more than a few questions for the Air Interdiction Agent that led the tour. This was an informative trip with a rare look behind the scenes of one federal law enforcement agency. It showed the cadets a promising career choice. Even if the cadets dont follow this career path, the group definitely has an appreciation for those that protect our borders from the air.

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Johnson County Cadets honor the fallen on Memorial Day at two ceremonies
By Maj. Robert Benton
The Cadet Color Guard of the 3st Johnson County Composite Squadron assisted the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary in honoring the Nations defenders on Memorial Day 200 at the Keene and Cleburne city cemeteries during two ceremonies in Johnson County including a speech by a squadron cadet. During the 9 A.M. Keene Cemetery ceremony the CAP members where joined by former cadet Kelly Gomez, who played a drum in cadence for the color guard members to march with. During the event the CAP members paid silent tribute to their own at rest in the cemetery including a former squadron commander. Cadet SSgt Sergio Chairez, SrA Richard Donahoo, and MSgt Joseph Gould under the direction of MSgt Ghenesis Cordero posted the American and Texas flags under the warm, blue Texas skies with Veterans of Americas wars and four CAP members looking on in reverence. After the event the color guard team was enroute to the 0:30 A.M. City of Cleburne Cemetery ceremony where again they posted the colors with one difference, cadet Cordero was invited to speak before the group of Veterans and their families in attendance. During Corderos speech, she spoke of a young womans perspective on Memorial Day and her interest in serving in the military and how those who died serving their county make that dream possible. Capt Daniel Hunt, Squadron Deputy Commander for Cadets shared his thoughts on the events and Corderos speech in a brief statement after the event. Many in the crowds came to me and thanked us for being there. Each of those people specifically commended the Cadets for doing such an impressive job with the colors, said Hunt. Cadet Corderos speech in Cleburne was short, but had great impact.

L-R Cadet SSgt Sergio Chairez, 2nd Lt. Jerry Bailey at podium, (American Legion Auxiliary Chaplain), Cadet SrA Richard Donahoo and MSgt Joseph Gould stand with the Colors. Photo by 2nd Lt. Tamet Gould

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Johnson Country Honors Injured Ride 2 Recovery Veterans

Robert Benton
The Cadet Color Guard of the 3st Johnson County Composite Squadron of Cleburne posted the American and Texas flags for injured veterans of the Vietnam and Iraq-Afghanistan military operations participating in the Ride 2 Recovery (referred to as R2R) during a April 0 over-night stop of a bicycle ride from San Antonio to Arlington from April 6 to . It was thrilling and moving to see 40 young wounded veterans bicycle into Wheat Middle School. The professionalism and dedication evident in C.A.P. gave the ceremonies the important tribute to our Country for whom these military men and women sacrificed, said Marty Peters, American Legion Auxiliary Site Captain for the R2R in Cleburne. The emotions of the day and evening are difficult to put into words awesome and unforgettable perhaps come close, she said. At 2 PM, Cadet TSgt Ghenesis Cordero, from Cleburne, and Joseph Gould of Rio Vista led rife-barriers, Cadet SrA Sergio Chairez and Richard Donahoo from Cleburne, carrying ceremonial M- rifles brought the injured Veterans, American Legion members, local citizens, and the public to their feet as they marched toward the entrance of Wheat Middle School in West Cleburne, during the hour-long R2R wel52

coming ceremony. Throughout the ceremony all four cadets stood at the posted flags rotating on a regular basis, standing silent and seamlessly maintaining their barring as a tribute to the men and women in attendance who risked it all incurring injuries in the line of duty. Later, Army Major General David Blackledge an advocate of veterans who suffer mental health issues and from the stigma it carries in society, rode in solidarity with the injured veterans visited with the cadets. He complemented the cadets professionalism and performance, ranking them among one of the best color guards he had ever seen. Later at  PM, the cadets posted the colors once more at the Booker T. Washington Community Center in East Cleburne during a sit-down din-

ner attended by an estimated 300 participants consisting of the riders, supporters consisting of area veterans, Legionnaires and area residence who paid $5 per ticket to raise money for R2R and other veteran programs in the area. Cleburne is so very lucky to have been selected to host their overnight stay and I cannot over express my appreciation to everyone that assisted in the events, said Peters. Peters is also the Texas Leadership Committee Chairman for the American Legion Auxiliary and member of Cleburne American Legion Auxiliary Post 50. The R2R riders ended their ride at the Texas Rangers Ballpark in Arlington with a Texas Rangers game on April . For more information on the R2R program, go to http://ride2recovery.com.

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