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CADET PROGRAMS
Through Civil Air Patrol's Cadet Program, young people develop leadership skills, investigate the fundamentals of aerospace science, acquire the habit of exercising regularly, solidify their character, and participate in exciting hands-on activities that prepare them to become responsible citizens.
Youth between the ages of 12-18 may join the CAP Cadet Program and remain in cadet status until they turn 21. Middle school students may join before turning 12, if their school participates in the CAP School Program.
To find a unit near you, please see our unit locator.
"I am pushing myself to be a better person."
Cadet Kristin Miller
"I made my first solo flight at a CAP encampment." Astronaut Eric Boe
"I've learned discipline -- something not stressed enough in today's society." Cadet Theresa Paredes |
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Latest News
Cadet Online Promotions. Now available in eservices. Click here for the kickoff memo
Cadet Staff Handbook. The final version is online!
Cadet Proving Grounds. Browse draft materials and see what cadet-related projects are in the works on the Cadet Proving Grounds page. 29 May 07
Coast Guard Enlistment Incentives. As of 22 June 2006 the US Coast Guard matches USAF incentives for cadets that have earned the Billy Mitchell Award (enlistment as E-3).
From the CG Recruiting Manual:
4. U.S. Air Force Civil Air Patrol (CAP).
a. Applicants with two years of experience are eligible to enlist in pay grade E-2.
b. Applicants with three years of experience or cadets who receive the General Billy Mitchell Award are eligible to enlist in the pay grade of E-3. 24 Apr 07 |
Parents' Guide in Spanish. "Guia Para Padres" is now a link on the Parents' section of the cadet web page. 23 Apr 07
Overseas Cadet Squadrons click here for some tips on encampments. 16 Feb 07
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| New Cadet Orientation Flights Guidelines. Beginning 1 April, 2007 Cadet Orientation Flights will be managed in WMIRS. 1 Feb 07 |
| Cadet Officers' Kit Announced. Beginning on January 1st, CAP will provide new cadet officers with the educational materials they will need during Phases III & IV, at no charge to the cadets. For more info, see the kickoff bulletin or Member Kit homepage. 3 Nov 06 |
Cadet Programs Releases New Publications. In August, the CAP National Board ratified a new CAP Regulation 52-16, Cadet Program Management, which is the main document governing the Cadet Program. For details, please see the links below, especially the "Bulletin," which serves as an executive summary. 28 Sept 06
- Bulletin: "Cadet Programs Releases New Publications"
Note: NHQ mailed this bulletin to all cadet units in mid-September.)
- CAPR 52-16, Cadet Program Management, 1 October 2006
- CAPF 50, Cadet Leadership Feedback (There are 4 forms in this series, 1 per phase)
- CAPF 66, Cadet Master Record |
Links to Cadet Programs Resources
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The Cadet Oath |
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"I pledge that I will serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program and that I will attend meetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my uniform properly, and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself to be of service to my community, state, and nation." |
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