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Way to Go GA129

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BARTOW-ETOWAH COMPOSITE SQUADRO: GA 129

Strength of the ation by Dr. Ilana Mor

September 2011

Squadron Commander

Captain Paul Janssen

The CAP at’l website ishttp://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

The GAWG website is

http://www.GAWG.cap.gov/

Civil

Air

PatrolThat Is ot What I Said!

Ever heard these words? You didn’t listen to me,you didn’t hear what I said, that is not what I said,

and that is not what I meant. Or maybe, just maybe,you did not communicate your thoughts clearly

enough.

Miscommunication is the cause of many problems.

The purpose of communication is to express ideasand to invite comments. Language is not the onlyvehicle that conveys our ideas. Non-verbal gestures,

i.e. facial expressions, can convey agreement,disagreement or disbelief. However, language takescommunication a step further.

Communication is a two-way street, unless you are

talking to yourself on a desolate island.

Communication requires a speaker and a listener. Ittakes effort for the speaker to bring his/her pointacross, and it takes effort for the listener to

understand the message that the speaker wants toconvey.

Miscommunication rests on two main pillars:

Pillar One — The speaker does not have a clearunderstanding of his/her message.

Pillar Two — The listener is not totally engagedin listening.

Meaningful communication is something we do

WITH others, rather than TO others.

How do we know that the listener has received theinformation exactly as it was intended? We do that

by asking for feedback:“Tell me...did you understand what I just said?”

By asking for feedback, the speaker is able to know if

his/her message was understood by the listener.

If the message was not understood, the speaker owes

it to his/her listener or audience to repeat the

message, and to ask for feedback again, and, if

necessary, again.

So, rather than delivering the message

and walking away,

take a minute and

check to see if the message was understood.

This could prevent future major headaches..

BARTOW-ETOWAHSQUADRO

Southeast Region Georgia Win



C/CMSgt Danny Carpenter has successfully completed his Armstrong Speech and Essay. After he passes the

Mitchell Exam, he can be officially call “Lieutenant Dan!”

C/SrA Ryan Drawver passed PT, and all he needs to do is pass the Wright Exam in order to promote to C/SSgt.

C/1Lt Monica Hicks is moving along rapidly toward her promotion to C/Captain.C/2Lt Brandon Jones only has to attend a Character Development session and pass the CPFT in order to promoteto C/1Lt.

C/2Lt Cole Pittman has completed his Flight Commander promotion, and is committed to becoming a C/1Lt.COGRATULATIOS O YOUR PROMOTIOS

C/SMSgt Brandyn Brooks

C/TSgt Christopher Cochran

C/SrA Matthew Gonzales

C/MSgt Cody Liscomb

C/CMSgt David Rhodes

C/MSgt Nicolas Tavegia

1st Certificate of Flight

C/Amn Jeremy Kariuki

With Captain Sheffield

Senior Member Brent Drawver is the new

Bartow-Etowah Composite Squadron’s Recruiting and Retention Officer.

The new GA129 Activities Committee will consist of:

SM Brent Drawver, SM Sheila Hicks, 2Lt Michael Rhodes, 2Lt Diane Tavegia, SM Melissa Whisler,

and Major Mor

CONGRATULATIONS C/SrA RYAN DRAWVER

CADET OF THE QUARTER

CAP Orientation Pilot 1Lt Ovens with

Cadets Brooks, Hayman, and Liscomb

Congratulations on completion ofthe Redstone portion of the CAP Rocketry Badge,

the first of three phases that must be completed to earnthe Rocketry Badge.

C/CMSgt Danny Carpenter

C/SrA Ryan DrawverC/SrA Matt Gonzales

C/2Lt Brandon Jones

C/Amn Jeremy Kariuki

C/2Lt Cole Pittman

C/SSgt Michael Stratford

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Helicopters are vital to the economy and security of the United States. America’s aerospace power has

been developed over many years, and helicopters are one of many versatile and flexible aircraft that make the

United States’ commerce and national security easier to manage. Helicopters fulfill thousands of different roles in

the modern world. From fighting wild fires, to delivering supplies to areas ravaged by natural disasters, to bringinginjured troops back from the front lines, the helicopter is vital to the function of America. This complex aerospacemachine came from a very simple Russian man.

Igor Sikorsky began experimenting in vertical flight in the 1930’s. He tried many different designs, and

every time, they failed. But from each attempt he learned something, and by the start of World War II, he hadcreated the first fully functioning helicopter or rotorcraft . By the end of WWII he was producing R-4 helicopters

for the Army Air Corp. However, in the Korean War the Army had switched to the less advanced Bell H-13. These

helicopters were smaller and less powerful, putting the U.S. at a disadvantage during the war. Eventually, during

the Vietnam War, Bell had almost mastered the rotorcraft, creating the UH-1 Huey. This was the workhorse of

almost every branch of the military until it was replaced with the Sikorsky UH-60. This now serves as the primary

helicopter for every branch of the armed forces.

Nowadays, companies all over the world rely on these aerospace marvels for thousands of different tasks.

Helicopters are used to transport people, goods, and supplies wherever and whenever they are needed. Companyofficials can take off from the roof of their building and fly halfway across the country without stopping. Hospitals

can fly an organ for a transplant patient directly to their building instead of to an airport. The police can now track

down fleeing suspects from the air, instead of just the ground. The helicopter has even more roles in the military.

When Sikorsky started producing the first helicopters, the U.S. Army instantly saw the potential for such

an aircraft. Ever since the Korean War, the helicopter has been the workhorse of the armed forces. It has replaced

many roles of jeeps and fixed-wing aircraft alike. Rotorcraft are faster than jeeps for evacuating injured troops

from the front lines, and more agile than cargo planes for transporting troops and equipment. Attack helicopters

have the versatility to be launched from an open field, and can fly lower and slower than bombers.

Though the helicopter has many advantages, it also has its drawbacks. In combat, helicopters have to fly

low and fast in order to avoid enemy fire. This means when something goes wrong, the pilot has little to no time toreact or prepare for a crash. An extremely experienced helicopter pilot, Colonel Brent Bracewell (COL USA

NGGA 78th AVN TC) said “If you had enough time to say ‘uh-oh’ before you hit the ground, you were flying too

high.” Also, while hovering to drop off troops or equipment, helicopters are wide open to enemy fire. This is but a

small price to pay for the advantages that helicopters give us in combat.

All in all, the helicopter has proved itself everywhere, from the dense jungles of Vietnam, to the harshArctic winters, to the Middle Eastern deserts. The helicopter plays infinitely vital roles in combat, the civilian

world, and the medical world. In the future, because of the helicopter’s versatility, the United States is sure to use

this aviation dream in its economic and national security development.

The

SikorskyUH 60

Blackhawk

The following is C/CMSgt Danny Carpenter’s Armstrong Essay.



EW CAP Names ew ational Commander : The Civil Air Patrol ational

Board elected Maj. Gen. Chuck Carr Jr., to a three-year term as national

commander last week. Carr, the former vice commander , received his second

star (the highest CAP rank) and officially took command Aug. 20. The board

also elected Brig. Gen. Joseph Vazquez, former Middle East RegionCommander , to a one-year term as the national vice commander . "It is an honor

and a privilege to be elected as CAP's national commander ," said Carr in a

release. "CAP has a rich history of 70 years of service to America, and I look

forward to partnering with our 61,000 citizen volunteers to fill the emergency

services, disaster relief, youth development, and aerospace education needs of

communities across the nation."

CAP National Headquarters 105 S. Hansell St. Maxwell AFB, AL 36112-6332 (334) 953-7748www.gocivilairpatrol.com

Brigadier General Charles L. Carr, Jr Brigadier General Charles L. Carr, Jr Brigadier General Charles L. Carr, Jr Brigadier General Charles L. Carr, Jr .Brig. Gen. Charles L. “Chuck” Carr, Jr. is the National Vice Commander, Civil Air Patrol. His

primary duty is to assist the CAP National Commander in leading CAP’s more than 61,000 volunteers infulfillment of the organization’s three congressionally chartered missions: emergency services, cadetprograms and aerospace education, as well as CAP’s increasing role in America’s homeland security.

As National Vice Commander, Brig Gen Carr is a member of both the National Board and Boardof Governors — CAP’s governing and advisory bodies.

Before his election on Sept. 4, 2010, as National Vice Commander, Brig Gen Carr served as thehighest-ranking officer of CAP’s Great Lakes Region. He was appointed region commander March 1,2007, and led the region’s 7,000 volunteers in his home state of Ohio, as well as Illinois, Indiana,Kentucky, Michigan and Wisconsin for nearly three and a half years.

Before becoming Region Commander, Brig Gen Carr served as Ohio Wing Commander, aposition he held for four years. He joined the Wing in 1989 as a member of Columbus Senior Squadron801 and served as Director of Ohio Wing personnel, Commander of Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Cadet

Squadron 803, Deputy Commander of Group VIII, Commander of Group VIII, Wing Air OperationsOfficer, Vice Commander of Wing Operations and Wing Vice Commander. During his tenure, the Wingreceived various national Mission awards.

Brig Gen Carr is a Senior Pilot with an instrument rating. He also has a Master rating in CAP’sPersonnel and Finance professional development specialty tracks.

His CAP awards and decorations include the Distinguished Service, Exceptional Service,Meritorious Service (one bronze clasp) Commander’s Commendations, Search “Find” Ribbon, AirSearch and Rescue Ribbon (bronze propeller), Command Service Ribbon (bronze star) and the BrigGen Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager Aerospace Achievement Award. He also holds CAP’s highest academichonor – the Gill Robb Wilson Award.

Brig Gen Carr is a native of Columbus, Ohio, and a graduate of Columbus East High School.His education also includes management courses from the University of Maryland and military trainingthat includes NCO Leadership School, Command NCO Academy, U.S. Air Force Senior NCO Academy,

Military Police Investigations and U.S. Customs. He retired as Superintendent Security Police in thegrade of Master Sergeant after serving 23 years in the Air Force.

In addition to his Air Force and CAP service, Brig Gen Carr has more than 16 years in retailsales and management. Together with his wife, Erena, they are the owners of ABC Academy DaycareCenter in Columbus.

Colonel Alvin Bedgood is the new Southeast Region Commander.





Dear GAWG members,

Greeting from the National Board and Annual Conference in Louisville, KY!

I want to share some great news with all of you. At this morning’s General Assembly, GAWG received the

following mission awards for SER:

Search & Rescue Award...Counterdrug & Homeland Security Award...Cadet Programs Award

Other SER recipients included FLWG received the Aerospace Education Award and MSWG received the Disaster

Relief Award. FLWG also received an overall first place award for Aerospace Education.

Mission awards are given to the outstanding wings in each region in the mission areas I’ve mentioned. I’m pretty

sure that GAWG was the only CAP wing that received 3 mission awards this morning. That’s absolutely

amazing! I’m very proud of the job all of you are doing. Thanks so much for your service to GAWG CAP.

Best regards,

Tonya BoylanTonya Boylan, Col, CAP Commander, Georgia Wing

The GAWG Commutation Team has once again put together a program for a Communication Conference to be

held on 1 Oct 2011 at the Calhoun Squadron airport location at Calhoun, GA. This is a non-funded event. There is

no charge for registering for this event.

This conference is open to both GAWG and TNWG personnel. We’ve not had a semi-annual Comm Conference

this far north in our wing and feel that this will be an ideal opportunity to allow personnel from Northwest Georgia

to inter-act with comm personnel from Tennessee Wing. The TNWG Director of Communications, LtCol Randy

Stripling will be attending with his wing’s personnel.

A short demonstration of both analog and digital radio use will be presented. Then the work-shop will begin—and

yes—everyone will get involved in the work-shop covering the various types of antennas we use and then the

work-shop will move outside and will cover how to install an antenna and portable-mast system in the field. LtCol

Paul Branson will be the very capable instructor. Col Branson did this class at a previous Comm Conference and

everyone who attended got involved with the installation. Afterward, we received many complimentary commentsfrom participants who all felt that it was worth the time and travel to attend the Conference.

We ask that all personnel who would like to sign-up for this conference contact Lt Don Imbody at the emailaddress listed below or at 678-425-1466.

[email protected]

We look forward to seeing all of you on 1 October.

Don

Donald W. Imbody, Lt. CAP

Georgia Wing Headquarters

Asst Director of Communications/Asst Director of IT

Wing Communications Training Officer

Winder Comm Center, GACAP-44

Volunteers are unpaid.Not because they are worthless,

but becausethey are priceless

WELCOME TO THE GAWG STAFFWELCOME TO THE GAWG STAFFWELCOME TO THE GAWG STAFFWELCOME TO THE GAWG STAFF

The new GAWG Chaplain, Chaplain (Maj) Robert Westbrook

andthe new GAWG Drug Demand Reduction Officer, Capt M. J. Bridges.



During the last week of August, many of us watched the news as Hurricane Irene traveled from the Caribbean to North Carolina and eventually up the east coast of the United States. Damage has initially been estimated in the

billions of dollars, and numerous deaths and injuries have been reported. In preparation for the storm, many

people evacuated their homes. Ports, refineries, industries and nuclear power plants activated their emergency

plans. However, during this same period, one group of individuals actually flew INTO the hurricane to gather

data and conduct research.

The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, or Hurricane Hunters, is an Air Force Reserve Squadron based atKeesler Air Force Base in Mississippi. The Hurricane Hunters fly Air Force WC-130J aircraft into hurricanes in

the Caribbean and Atlantic Ocean to measure storm strength and gather storm data. These flights are necessary because satellites can identify a hurricane’s exact location, but cannot measure a storm’s wind speed or

barometric pressure. Hurricanes form over the ocean, and ships are too slow to reach them to take these

necessary measurements.

Typical Hurricane Hunter flights are flown at altitudes from 500 to 30,000 feet. These altitudes subject the

aircraft to lightning, icing and severe turbulence. In flight, the aircraft drop weather buoys along the storm’sroute to gather data. Flights typically last six to eleven hours and usually fly directly through the eye of the

storm. Crews include two pilots, a navigator, a weather officer, a loadmaster, and weather buoy systems

operator.

The first intentional flights into a hurricane for meteorological measurements took place in 1943 outside of

Houston Texas. Colonel Joseph Duckworth flew into an unexpected hurricane in an AT-6 Texan trainer with theSquadron’s Weather Officer and returned safely.

Additional successful flights demonstrated the feasibility of weather reconnaissance flights and led to the

formation of the 53rd Weather Squadron in Maine. The Squadron moved to its current location in Mississippi in

1973.

Additional information is at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hurricane_Irene_(2011) and http://en.wikipedia.org/

wiki/53d_Weather_Reconnaissance_Squadron

This could be YOU!!!

With Captain Sam Sheffield, CAP Orientation Pilot

Safe

and

Happy

flying!





When once you have tasted flight,

you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward,

for there you have been,

and there you will always long to return.

Leonardo Da Vinci Italian engineer, painter, & sculptor (1452-1519)

FLIGHT Speaking the Language of Flight

To fully understand the science and technology of aerospace, you must learn a new vocabulary.

Learning The Language Of Airplanes

IMPORTAT TERMS

Aero —pertaining to air

Aerodynamics —relating to the forces of air in motion

Aeronautics —the science of flight within the atmosphere

AGL —above ground level

Air —a mixture of gases that contain approximately 79% nitrogen, 19% oxygen, and 2% other gases

Aircraft —any machine that is capable of flying through the air. Ultralights, airplanes, gliders, balloons,

helicopters are all included.

Airplane —an aircraft that is kept aloft by the aerodynamic forces upon its wings and is thrust forward by a propeller, or other means of propulsion, such as a jet or rocket.

Airfoil —component, such as a wing, that is specifically designed to produce lift, thrust or directional stability

Airport —a place on either land or water where aircraft can land and take off for flight

Altitude —height expressed in units above sea level, or ground level

Aviation —the art, science and technology of flight within the atmosphere

Aviator —a person who operates an aircraft during flight

Camber —the curved part of an airfoil that goes from the leading to the trailing edge

Chord —a line drawn through an airfoil from its leading to its training edge

Drag —a force which retards the forward movement of an aircraft in flight

Dynamic —forces in motion

Leading edge —the front part of an airfoil

Lift —the upward force, which opposes gravity, that supports the weight of an aircraft

Relative wind —the flow of air which moves opposite the flight path of an airplane

Static —standing still, or without motion

Supersonic —faster than the speed of sound. Subsonic is below the speed of sound.

Thrust —the force which moves an aircraft forward in flight

Trailing edge —the back part of an airfoil

Wind —air in motion



SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS:Happy Birthday to Brandyn Brooks, Jesse Hayman, Monica Hicks, and Brandon Jones.

SEPTEMBER

3—4 September Pioneer Days

9—11 September Group I SAREX

17—18 September UCC—Dobbins ARB

OCTOBER

1 October Fall Family Cook-out and Games

1 October GAWG Communication Conference

Oct 8 or 15 ROA Class

8—9 October SLS/CLC—Dobbins ARB22-23 October 2012 GAWG Cadet Competition

OVEMBER

4—6 ovember Group I Aerospace Weekend

ov 19-20 or 19 Training—@ Sqdn or ES FTX

United Way Turkey Trot

DECEMBER10 December United Way Community Luncheon

Applications to 2011 Professional Development Courses are done on CAP Form 17 sent to Wing HQ.

Deadline for all courses is 10 business days prior to the course.Course Directors and Instructors are needed for all of these courses. Teaching is one way to get credit for

professional development advancement. If interested, please let Major Jeff Arnold, GAWG Professional

Development Officer, know ASAP at [email protected].

America eeds PilotsFrom Curt LaFond, HQ Director of Cadet Programs—21 June 2011

Good news for Cadets. The front page story on 21 June 2011 in USA Today reports that America is facing a

pilot shortage. According to the story, Boeing forecasts a need for 460,000 new pilots over the next 18 years. Thedemand for pilots will be so great that the industry could face a shortage.If you are a Cadet and you love to fly, it makes sense to consider pursuing a career as a professional pilot.

Blue skies for today’s teens.

MARK YOUR CALEDAR WITH THESE DATES FOR 2012

2012 Georgia Wing Conference—Augusta, Georgia20—22 April 2012

2012 Southeast Region Conference—Peachtree City, Georgia4—6 May 2012

Congratulations Captain Andreas (Andy) Gunther

Captain Gunther has been appointed by GAWG command as the new Unit Commanderfor the Rome Composite Squadron, SER GA043.

The registration deadline for CyberPatriot teams is 8 October 2011.See http:..www.uscyberpatriot.org/Pages/default.aspx for more information and to register.




September 2011


Cadet Staff Meeting Senior Officer Meeting(Thursday evening—Week 2 @ 1800 hrs) (Thursday evening—Week 2 @ 1930 hrs)

For details speak with

Color Guard CommanderC/CMSgt Danny Carpenter

For details speak with

Drill Team Commander

C/2Lt Jesse Hayman

WEEK Begin

1800

End

1900

FORMATION

1900

CORE

CURRICULUM

19:30-20:30

ALTERNATE

CURRICULUM

20:30-20:50

CLOSING

FORMATION(Announcements)

20:50-21:00

Weekend

Activities

OE

BDUs1

Sept

Color

Guard

Practice

SIG-I

@ Arrival FORMATION C/OATH D & C (20 min)

Testing

Leadership

Element

Time

(Announcements) 3-4 Sept

Pioneer Days

TWO

PT Gear8

Sept

Cadet

Staff

Meeting

SIG-I


Safety Pledge

Safety/PTHelpful link from Fla.

to do each PT event -

http://flcadet.com/

physicalfitness.aspx

“Hands On”

Activity

PT

(Announcements) 10 Sept

Group I

SAREX

THREE

BDUs15

Sept

ES

Training

SIG-I


AE Current

Events

Aerospace

Education

“Hands On”

ActivityAE

(Announcements)

FOUR

Blues22

Sept

Drill

Team

Practice

SIG-I

@ Arrival FORMATION Promotions/Awards

C/OATH D & C(time permitting)

Character

Development

Group

Discussions

DDR (Announcements)

Practice

Week One 1800-1900 hrs

Practice

Week Four 1800-1900 hrs

Practice

Week Three 1800-1900 hrs

For details speak with Capt Maney & 1Lt Hicks

FIVE 29 Sept To Be Announced



First AF F-35 Pilot Part of Aviation HistoryAugust 02, 2011 Air Force News|by Chrissy Cuttita

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. -- With the arrival of the joint strike fighter, the military continues setting the historicmilestones for the worldwide aviation industry in preparing the first F-35 Lightning II pilots. Lt. Col. Eric Smithbecame a part of history himself recently as the first Airman to fly the new stealth fighter for his service, an honor hesaid he never expected during his 16 years in an Air Force flight suit.

"It all came to light six months ago," said Smith, who moved to the 33rd Fighter Wing in 2009 afterspending two years as a developmental test pilot with the 46th Test Wing here. "I was picked because of my testbackground and the training I had in 2005."

At Eglin, he was able to apply his experience flying A-10 Thunderbolt IIs and F-16 Fighting Falcons to thetest mission before transferring over to the 33rd FW just as the wing ended its era of F-15 Eagle air dominance."Taking off in the F-35 for the first time, I experienced an adrenaline rush like I hadn't felt since I flew an A-10 for thefirst time," Smith said. "The difference this time is the fact that the F-35 is such a new airplane. If something goeswrong, you may be the first pilot to deal with the problem with only your previous fighter experience to rely on.Fortunately, my first flight went off without a hitch."

As an A-10 pilot, he knew the risks of flying in a single seat aircraft. "Your first flight in an unfamiliarairplane means it's also your first solo flight," he said. "Once you leave the ground you have the next two hours tofigure out how to safely land the jet."

The pilot spent a month flying F-35 test missions to ensure the Air Force's smooth transition fromdevelopmental test flights at Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., to the training flights that are scheduled to begin here

by the end of the year. Air Force Materiel Command's training program at Edwards is designed for test pilot school graduates withflight hours in a variety of airframes, Smith said. The pilot completed courses in F-35 academics, emergencyprocedures via simulator, engine run and high-speed taxi with three F-35 flights, while an instructor pilot flew in achase plane.

"I'm extremely thrilled to be honored as the first Air Education and Training Command F-35 instructor pilot,"Smith said. "It means a lot to me but more for the 33rd FW who can now execute the training plan they have beenworking on for two years. We have a great team and will soon begin training F-35 pilots and maintainers."

Smith will oversee flight operations of the initial F-35 pilot cadre as the director of operations for the 58thFighter Squadron. He said the training program here will be more robust than what he needed to qualify in the F-35.

A student pilot at Eglin will receive approximately 200 hours of academics, 14 simulators, a high-speed taxiand six flights in the airplane before deemed qualified. Technological advances in virtual reality pilot andmaintenance training is the biggest difference 33rd FW students will experience with the military's latest weaponssystem.

"I've got 80 hours in the simulator and only logged nine actual flying hours," Smith said. "That is a

testament to how good the simulator is. Everything is digital."Other new devices to be introduced are the F-35's unique set of pilot flight equipment, including an anti-

gravity suit, a jacket with integral arm restraints and a helmet-mounted display system. "It forced me to change allof my habits when it came to 'strapping on' the jet (for the first time)," Smith said. "The HMD is an extremelycomplex piece of equipment that uses two projectors to display independent images on the pilot's display visor."

The pilot said it took approximately six hours to fit and focus the helmet that will eventually give pilots a full360-degree view around them in flight using cameras located around the exterior of the aircraft. The F-35 helmet-mounted display system provides a combination of impact protection, heads-up display information and night vision,combining legacy aircraft systems into a single unit, according to officials with Lockheed Martin. Smith'sexperiences will be shared among an integrated team of 33rd FW Nomads, who now prepare for a pipeline ofstudents from three different branches of service.

EWS FROM

OUT OF THE BLUE

The information in this column is general AF-specific news that will undoubtedly be of interest to Civil Air

Patrol. Although now a retired AF person, Major Orlando LaRosa, our former USAF Liaison to

CAP, has graciously agreed to continue contributing to the Flying Eagles. His articles always bring us

information of unique interest, especially for young potential future military leaders.




With the success of 5th generation stealth aviation training at the wing, the F-35 will provide air dominance to theU.S. and its coalition partners for the next several decades, he said.

As for Smith, he'll continue to support the Air Force test mission at Edwards temporarily and return to Eglin as asenior leader for a squadron to which he personally delivered the first aircraft.

Navy Build-a-Bird AppWeek of August 15, 2011

The Office of Naval Research (ONR) has announced Aug. 2 that a smartphone application has exceeded 33,000

downloads since its launch three weeks ago. Build A Bird is an application that "helps users gain an understanding

of how birds have adapted to survive in specific environments." Players can test their learning by creating a bird that

conforms to a specific climate. The goal is to teach about the aerodynamics of flight as they relate to the Navy.

Download a free Build A Bird app on iTunes and Android.


Lt Col Eric Smith



Let’s face it. Everyone wants to be liked. Everyone wants to fit in with some crowd, even if it’s with the

mis-fits.

Teens may use drugs to change their image. Some teens use drugs to relieve anxiety. Others might use

drugs because the kids they want to hang out with use drugs. Teens moving up to High School or a new school are

at risk for drug use. Again, the need to fit in is strong and the anxiety can be high.The 6th annual report, ‘Teens Today’ reports that teens who come from a family that is not close, or whose

parents are not involved in their teens’ lives are 42% more likely to engage in high risk behaviors like drugs,drinking, sex, and dangerous driving.

Did you know some teens turn to drugs or drinking because of bad grades or problems within the home?

With today’s economic problems, teens worry about things they never had to be concerned about before. Will Dad

find a new job? Will we be homeless? Will I ever be able to go to college?

The issues of loneliness, low self esteem, teen-drama, bullying, depression and anxiety can all cause ateen to abuse drugs, alcohol or misuse prescription medications.

What can YOU do? First, protect yourself from the trap of drugs or alcohol. Be open with your parents

and yourself. Don’t go to parties or put yourself into situations where drugs and alcohol will be available. Be

accountable to someone other than yourself.

Next, be a friend! Show kindness to someone who seems uncomfortable. Refrain from joining in withname-calling or laughing at those who are not as ‘cool’ as your group. Talk to your friends about helping others

who might feel left out. One kind word, one genuine smile, one ‘would you like to sit with us at lunch’ could

make a world of difference in another person’s life. YOU can be that change!Be a Friend by Edgar Guest

With 2Lt Diane Tavegia, DDRO

And

C/2Lt Cole Pittman, C/DDRO


Back to School and

Back to Pressure to Fit In!

Be a friend. You don't need money,Just a disposition sunny;

Just the wish to help anotherGet along some way or other;Just a kindly hand extended

Out to one who’s un-befriended;Just the will to give or lend,

This will make you someone’s friend.

Be a friend. You don't need glory.Friendship is a simple story.Pass by trifling errors blindly,Gaze on honest effort kindly,

Cheer the youthwho’s bravely trying,

Pity him who’s sadly sighing;Just a little labor spend.

Be a friend. The pay is bigger

(Though not written by a figure)

Than is earned by people clever

In what’s merely self-endeavor.

You'll have friends instead of neighbors

For the profits of your labors;

You'll be richer in the end

Than a prince, if you're a friend.

“Follow your dream and stay clean.”Slogan by

Cadet Spencer Graham, NMWG



CAP SAFETY PLEDGEAs a Civil Air Patrol member, I pledge to promote an uncompromising safety environment for myself andothers, and to prevent the loss of, or damage to Civil Air Patrol assets entrusted to me. I will perform all my

activities in a professional and safe manner, and will hold myself accountable for my actions in all of our

Missions for America.

With 2Lt John Ovens, Squadron Safety Officer & C/1Lt Monica Hicks, C/Safety Officer

The CAP Safety Policy is to minimize the risks faced by our membership in the performance of their volunteer duties.

ow required of all CAP members: Intro to CAP Safety for ew Members.www.gocivilairpatrol.com/members/e-services/CAP Utilities/Online Safety Education.

LIGHTIG SAFETY

(Safety Beacon, August 2011)

Thunder and lightning storms happen all the time.

But did you know that lightning strikes and lightning fires occurmost often in the summer?

Know what to do to keep you and your family safewhen it does strike!

OUTDOOR SAFETY

• If you can hear thunder, you are within striking distance of lightning. Look for shelter inside a home, large

building, or a hard-topped vehicle right away. DO NOT go under tall trees for shelter. There is no place

outside that is safe during a thunderstorm. Wait at least 30 minutes after the last thunder before leaving your

shelter.

• Stay away from windows and doors.

• If you are in or on open water, go to land and seek shelter immediately.

• If you feel your hair stand on end, that means lightning is about to strike. Squat low to the ground on the balls

of your feet. Place your hands over your ears and your head between your knees. Make yourself the smallest

target possible and minimize your contact with the ground. Do not lie flat on the ground. This is a last resortwhen a building or hard-topped vehicle is not available.

• If a person is struck by lightning, call 9-1-1 and get medical care immediately. Lightning strike victims carry

no electrical charge. Attend to them immediately. Check their breathing, heartbeat, and pulse. CPR may beneeded.

IDOOR SAFETY

• Unplug appliances and other electrical items, like computers, and turn off air conditioners. If you are unableto unplug them, turn them off.

• Stay off corded phones, computers, and other electronic equipments that put you in direct contact withelectricity or plumbing.

• Avoid washing your hands, bathing, doing laundry, or washing dishes.

FAST FACTS

• Outside and other fires accounted for three-quarters of the lightning fires reported to local fire departments.• Lightning often strikes outside of heavy rain, and may occur as far as 10 miles from any rainfall.

NFPA Public Education Division, Quincy, MA www.nfpa.org/education




• The driving force behind a

maneuver, often the leader

• Usually has strong convictions

• Comfortable initiating andmaking changes


When put into a position of command, the one who makes the best leader is the one who appreciates thestrengths and knows the weaknesses of every member in the group, and can utilize that knowledge for

the successful execution of a common goal.

However, whether you are in a command position or not, it is essential to know yourself. Knowling

yourself , both your strengths and weaknesses, enables you to do your part more successfully.

Identification with the strengths and weaknesses of one of the animals below has proven to be asuccessful corporate training tool. When participants are serious and honest about their answers, it is an

aid toward more successful teamwork.

Let’s enter the World of Imagination and for a moment pretend that we are all animals.

1. Which animal do you relate to the most? Don’t just look at the outside. Think about how thisanimal lives and for what it is commonly known.

2. What are your strengths?3. What are your weaknesses?4. In what way do you enhance a group?

5. In what ways should the group be cautious of your actions?

Consider how each animal could be used in a group project and of what should you be cautious? For

example, remember that The Lion is the driving force behind an endeavor; However, too many lions canend up in a fight.

DIVERSITY EABLES A TEAM TO WORK TOGETHER MORE SUCCESSFULLY.

THE OWL

THE LIO

THE FOX

THE

LAMB

• Wants to be in control

• Wants to be Number One

• Often feared

• Very observant as a

supervisor of a project

• Can see the big picture

• Wise...cautious

• Conserve their strengths,

so that when they act, it isquick and precise

• Sometimes appear to be

aloof

• Their attack is swift and

deadly

• Incredibly clever

• Outstanding ability to

gather facts and figures

(background intelligence

and undercover work)

• Always on alert

• Will find a solution for

every problem

• Can be sneaky

•

Trusts no one

• Often solitary

• Lack patience

• Often thick-skinned

• Attack forcefully

• Safe, nonjudgmental

• Encouraging, supportive

• Best in handling emotional

issues and for areas

pertaining to morality,

principles, and justice

• All about love andemotion

• The “friend” on a team

• Great leader...brings out

the best in others

• Within the lamb is the ram

with great strength and the

ability to enforce an issue

• Able to get a job done correctly

• Very strong

• Very focused and able to see minute details of

a project.

THE RHIO



LEADERSHIP The ability to guide and direct the actions of others

so as to gain their willing cooperation in doing a job,

sometimes a job that they neither want to do

nor know how to do.


With

Cadet Programs Leadership Officer1Lt Marcos Palafox



Tales From A Life Traveler

With Major Ilana Mor, Character Development Officer

& C/1Lt Monica Hicks, Cadet Character Development Officer

JUST FOLLOWIG ORDERS“She told me to do it” Defense

Late in the evening, when Captain Green landed his

glider to let out his student, he noticed that Holly was

jogging along the edge of the field in his direction. He

became concerned when he saw that Holly seemed to be

limping.

Suddenly, Holly slowed down and collapsed. Everyone

in the area raced to help her, and she was quicklytransported to the hospital’s emergency room. At the

hospital, the examination revealed that Holly was

dehydrated, exhausted, and had multiple blisters on her

feet.

When Captain Green returned from the hospital, he

demanded to know what had caused Holly’s condition.He received the following explanations:

From Kim“I thought Holly was struggling, but she never

complained about any of that stuff. Anyway, I was just

following Valerie’s orders.”

From Valerie

“We were trying to get Holly some extra PT to help her

pass her next promotion. We didn’t mean for her to gethurt. I was teaching ground school and didn’t realize

she had done so many laps. I never told Kim to make

her run laps until she got hurt.”

* * *After reading the Case Study, there was a discussion atthe Squadron concerning what is physical exercise and

when physical exercise becomes hazing. All agreed

that one should always evaluate orders, and stand up for

the “right thing to do.” Using physical training as a

punishment for a Cadet’s mistakes is definitely

unacceptable. There is nothing wrong with physical

training; however, it is completely unacceptable tosingle out one Cadet and force that Cadet to do physical

exercise, such as laps and push-ups, as punishment for

that Cadet’s mistakes. All agreed that Valerie’s orders

were taken too far.

The situation might have been different if all threeCadets attending the Wing’s Glider Weekend had

considered CAP’s Core Values.

INTEGRITY...VOLUNTEER SERVICE...

EXCELLENCE...RESPECT

Although it is routinely used, “I was just following

orders” has never been successful as a defense, nor

does it excuse unethical behavior. Being willing to

stand up for what you believe in and willing to

accept the consequences for your actions can berisky, even when it was the right thing to do.

During the August Character Development session,Cadets and Senior Members discussed how to carry

out orders in a safe and responsible manner. All

agreed that one must believe in and be willing to

accept the consequences of one’s actions. Therefore,

it is essential to evaluate any orders before you obey

them in order to be certain that they are ethical,moral, and legal.

The “Just Following Orders” Case Study was about

three Cadets, Valerie, Kim, and Holly, who were in

the same Squadron. Together, they attended the

Wing’s Summer Glider Weekend and were all

assigned to Bravo Flight. Valerie was appoint to the position of Flight Commander.

At their Squadron, Holly, who was much less

experienced in CAP than the other girls, haddifficulty with the physical fitness promotion tests.

Fearing that Holly would struggle with the physical

fitness test during the Glider Weekend, Valerie told

Kim that in order to make Holly pass her next PTtest, Kim should have Holly run around the field anddo twenty sit-ups every time that Holly made a

mistake.

Kim followed Valerie’s orders. That first day, Kim

made Holly do a lot of one mile laps and sit-ups

between ground school, flight line operations, and

bivouacking.

We are what we repeatedly do.

Excellence, therefore, is not an act, but a habit.

Aristotle


C/1Lt Hicks

Hold yourself responsible fora higher standard thananybody else expects of you;never excuse yourself.

Henry Ward Beecher



GA129 is #1GA129 is #1GA129 is #1GA129 is #1 #1#1

In order to set-up an e-Services account:

Go to http://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/html/index.htm .

Select the >Members<link .

This will take you to the members’ section at http://www.capmembers.com/ .On the members’ page, select the >e-Services<link on the left side of the page.This link will take you to the e-Services Sign-In webpage where you will establish your account.

Just follow the instructions. You will have to agree to the OPSEC statement to establish the account.

CAP REQUIRED TRAIIG

1. ow required of all CAP members: Intro to CAP Safety for ew Members.www.gocivilairpatrol.com/members/e-services/CAP Utilities/Online Safety Education.

Then...Monthly Safety Briefing— At the Squadron or Online. Online, there is a test at the end of each briefing.

https://www.capnhq.gov//CAP.SafetyBriefingApp.Web/SafetyBriefingOnline.aspx 2. Equal Opportunity Training

https://tests.cap.af.mil/EO_Training/Index.cfm

There is an Agreement Statement at the end of the presentation.

3. Operation Risk Management (Safety Courses)http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/safety/safety_training/orm_training.cfm

There are three levels of training. The Basic Course is required. You may study all levels if

you wish. There is a test at the end of each course. The tests are open book so you may want to

download the PDF format for reference during the test.

4. Aircraft Ground Handling—There is a test at the end of the video.

https://www.capnhq.gov/CAP.MultiMedia.Web/Video.aspx

5. Wingrunner CourseBefore attending a glider flight, Cadets and Staff must complete a “Wingrunner Course.”

The online course and exam is at: http://www.soaringsafety.org/school/wingrunner/toc.htm

Step by step instructions to upload your photo for use on official CAP items are as follows:1. Go to http://www.capnhq.gov/ Login to eServices

2. Inside eServices click on CAP Photo Upload under CAP Utilities.3. Click the "Browse" button and go to where the picture file is located on your computer.

4. Double click the picture file and click the "Continue to Crop" button.

5. Resize and drag the box to highlight your head and shoulders. (This will be the portion that is saved for

your photo) Click Crop Photo. Make sure you are satisfied with your new CAP photo. It will then be

submitted to your unit commander for validation.

For Your Information

#1

To order your BLUES Go to www.capmembers.com/ and sign into Eservices. Go to Cadet Uniform Admin and

open it. (Or go http://www.facebook.com/l/0d821BJQ1bbkwFwS-qZtKtOI-IA;www.capmembers.com.Eservices . Sign in.The Left hand column has 'Cadet Uniforms'. Open that and have someone measure you for sizes. TheBlues are FREE. You'll need to order a name badge (last name only) and a cap 'device' off Vanguard.Use this code to save 10%. vg2011news01. You can buy some black dress shoes at Wal-Mart that will

work fine. They say allow 8-12 weeks for delivery


ew CAP eService Module “Where Do I Start?”: A new module was recently added at the bottom of the left

window in eServices. The title is “Where Do I Start?” It provides helpful information about becoming pilots/

aircrews, ground team members, on professional development, duty promotions and includes many helpfullinks. To access CAP eServices visit https://www.capnhq.gov/

Where can new Cadets go for basic information to get started in CAP?http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/cadet_programs/new_cadet_help/index.cfm

What resource can new Senior Members consult for information about getting started in CAP?

Consult CAP’s Great Start Guide for Adults http://members.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/

Great_Start_Guide__lores__cropped_E4FAFED36450E.pdf



Written by Lt Col Paul Mondoux - Last Updated Sunday, 20 March 2011 14:10

What is a 101 Card?A CAP Form 101, commonly referred to as a 101 Card is your ticket into emergency services.

This card shows mission staff at a glance what you are qualified to do when you sign in for amission and is required before you can begin any hands on training in emergency services.

Prerequisites:Before you can get a 101 Card, you will need the following:

- Current Membership Card- Minimum grade:

- Cadets: Airman (curry award)- Seniors: SM with Level I

- Successful completion of the tests below using the Online Test System :- CAPT 116 Part 1

- CAPT 117 Parts 1-3- Successful completion of the FEMA IS-100 examination

Detailed InstructionsAll tests are untimed, open book tests. It is suggested that you download the associatedresources and keep them open during the test for reference.

CAPT 116: General Emergency ServicesCAPT 116 Part 1 covers general emergency services operational mission procedures. It is based

largely on the following resources:• General Emergency Services Slides (1-26 only; the remaining slides are for the

Incident Command System)

• CAPR 60-3 - CAP Emergency Services Training and Operational Missions• CAPR 173-3 - Payment for Civil Air Patrol Support

• CAPR 900-5 - Civil Air Patrol Insurance/Benefits Program

CAPT 117: ES Continuing EducationCAPT 117 Parts 1-3 are requirements for various qualifications as detailed below. It is

recommended that you take all three parts. Each part is based on the text provided in the testitself.

Part 1 is required for all ground crew including ground team members, ground team leaders,urban direction finding team members, and critical incident stress team qualified.

Part 2 is required for all aircrew including mission pilots, transport mission pilots, missionscanners, mission observers, flight line marshallers, and flight line supervisors.

Part 3 is required for all mission base staff including mission radio operators, mission staffassistants, branch directors, section chiefs, and incident commanders.

IS-100: Introduction to the Incident Command SystemThe FEMA IS-100 online course and exam is an introduction to the Incident Command Systemunder which CAP and other local, state, and federal emergency service agencies operate. Much

of information covered in the FEMA IS-100 exam may be found in CAP Regulation 60-3,Chapter 8; however, the FEMA web site contains an excellent self paced study course and 23

question online exam.




Once you have completed this training, save the completion certificate and send it to the wing

emergency services officer who will need it to verify completion in eServices. Also enter theinformation into eServices as follows:

1. Login to eServices .2. Select My Operations Qualifications/ational Reports from the left hand

menu.3. Select Emergency Services from the blue bar at the top of the screen. You

should now be on a page labeled OPS Quals – Emergency Services.4. Select the SQTR Entry tab.

5. Select IS100 - IS-100 from the Achievement drop down.6. Fill in the completion date and certificate number, check the Check to Save

check box, and submit.

Printing Your 101 CardAfter you have completed the tests, you are eligible to begin training for further qualifications.

Before you can participate in any training exercises, however, you will need to print a CAPF101 (otherwise known as the 101 Card) by following the directions below:

1. Login to eServices .2. Select My Operations Qualifications/ational Reports from the left hand

menu.3. Select Emergency Services from the blue bar at the top of the screen. You

should now be on a page labeled OPS Quals – Emergency Services.4. Select the 101 Card tab.

5. Fill out your personal info and then click to obtain the card.6. Print it (black and white is fine), cut it out, and carry it with your CAP ID card.

If you do not have a photo in the system, you will need to upload one prior to printing your 101 Card.

This is easily completed using the following steps:1. Login to eServices .

2. Select CAP Photo Upload from the left hand menu.3. Upload a digital photo that follows the ID Card Guidelines .

4. Contact your squadron emergency services officer to approve it (the systemdoesn't always send out notifications).

TrainingOnce you have your 101 Card, you can begin your hands on training. Training materials are

available on the national web site operations links.




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or

2. E-MAIL ARTICLE TO [email protected]. (If you e-mail the article, please confirm that the article was received.)

CAP Senior Officer-Major

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Deputy Commander for Cadets

Character Development Officer

Public Affairs Officer

Group I

Cadet Programs Development

Officer

Emergency Services

Mission Staff Assistant

Public Information Officer

The CAP Motto (Semper Vigilans-Always Vigilant) reflects the ever-ready status of Civil Air Patrol.

It means every member, Cadet and Senior, must be prepared to respond effectively to any situation.

Interfaith Ordained Minister

Teacher, Spiritual Artist, Author

Life Coach

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EDITOREDITOREDITOR---IN IN IN ---CHIEFCHIEFCHIEF Dr. Ilana Mor

Experience Empowerment

Original Artwork, Photography, and Writings by Dr. Ilana Mor

remain the property of the artist.

"Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, is a nonprofit

organization with more than 61,000 members nationwide. CAP, in its Air

Force auxiliary role, performs 95 percent of continental U.S. inland search

and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center

and was credited by the AFRCC with saving 72 lives in fiscal year 2009.

Its volunteers also perform homeland security, disaster relief and counter-

drug missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. The

members play a leading role in aerospace education and serve as mentors

to more than 26,000 young people currently participating in CAP cadet

programs. CAP has been performing missions for America for 70 years."


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