Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Senior Professional Development Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 On behalf of the Commander, we would like to welcome you as one of the newest “Senior Members” of the Brackett Composite Squadron 64, Civil Air Patrol. In the following slides we will attempt to share a useful overview of every aspect of Civil Air Patrol, and the areas where you might most effectively participate.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Member Kit In the past, each new member was issued a CAP Folder which contained a New Member Kit which contained the following documents: Senior Member Welcome Booklet Respect on Display If you never received this kit, each of these Documents should be downloaded at these locations respectively:

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Senior Members To avoid future confusion, the term “Senior Member” is used in two ways within Civil Air Patrol: 1.To designate an adult member of Civil Air Patrol. This could represent anyone joining CAP over the age of 18, or a cadet that chooses not to remain a cadet until the age of As the basic entry grade (rank) of a new adult member.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 During this presentation you will be introduced to these three basic areas of CAP The 3 Key Missions of CAP The Structure of Civil Air Patrol The Civil Air Patrol Core Values

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 The 3 Primary Missions of Civil Air Patrol are Aerospace Education Cadet Programs Emergency Services

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Aerospace Education for Senior Members Brigadier General “Chuck” Yeager Award – Automatically awarded at the completion of basic Senior Aerospace Education Training. This training is available online, and all members are encouraged to take the training and earn this Award. For details, contact your Mentor or Professional Development Officer, or Unit Commander. The underlying study material for the Yeager Award is “The Journey of Flight” Scott Crossfield Award – Awarded by National Headquarters to members who have earned the master level rating in the Aerospace Education Specialty Track and served as Aerospace Education Officer.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Cadet Programs Any new member that has a desire to serve on the Cadet side of the Squadron is welcome and encouraged to do so. Since the Cadet side operates as a relatively separate entity, if this one of your particular areas of interest please ask to be put in touch with the Senior Staff of Cadet Leadership.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Emergency Services Historically Civil Air Patrol pilots have flown over 95% of all the Air Search Missions in the United States. Members can receive specialized training for Emergency Services areas such as: Air Operations – Mission Pilots, Observers, Scanners Ground Operations – Urban Direction Finding Teams and Ground Search and Rescue Base Operations – The areas of Command, Logistics, Finance, Air and Ground Operation oversight, Public Affairs, Mission Safety, etc. An entire area dedicated to Emergency Services can be found on the Squadron 64 Web site:

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 The Structure As the United States Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol has an Organizational Structure similar to the US Air Force. National Organization Regions Wings Groups (where applicable) Squadrons Flights (where applicable)

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 You are a member of: Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Los Angeles Group 1 California Wing Civil Air Patrol The charter designation for this squadron is PCR-CA-282. You should memorize this designation, along with your CAPID as they will be used throughout your time as a member.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Three Squadron Types Cadet Squadrons – These squadrons are made up mostly of cadets and have a limited senor (adult) staff to provide guidance and leadership. Composite Squadrons – Composite Squadrons consist of two independently operating divisions, Cadet activities, support and supervision, and Senior activities, support and supervision. Senior Squadrons – Are composed entirely of Senior Members with no Cadet membership. Most of the Senior Squadrons within CAP support the Emergency Services mission as their primary goal.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 CAP Core Values Integrity – Doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Volunteer Service – Service to the Community, County, State and Nation. Excellence – Performing at your personal best at all times. Respect – The foundation principle for acceptance of all members regardless of race, color, creed, gender, national origin or physical ability. Each of these values will be discussed in detail as you progress through your Professional Development in Civil Air Patrol. Your first step as a new member will be to complete “Level I Training”. Consult with your assigned Mentor, Professional Development Officers or Unit Commander.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Initial and Ongoing Senior Member Training is available in the following areas, and is done at your personal pace and desired level of participation. Aerospace Education - already discussed Emergency Services – already discussed Professional Development Progression through the Five Levels of Achievement in CAP. Level I Foundations (The only mandatory level of participation) Level II Technical Training Level III Management Level IVCommand and Staff Level VExecutive Progression through the Technician, Senior, and Master Ratings in your selected Specialty or Specialties made at the completion of Level I.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 This presentation was not intended to be an exhaustive discussion of all the ways you can participate within our Squadron, but meant to give you an overview of the various levels, extent, and areas of participation. It is quite likely that this presentation has triggered as many new questions as answers given – this is good. To have your additional questions answered, enter into a dialog with your personally assigned Mentor, Professional Development Officers, or Unit Commander, preferably in that order. Welcome to Squadron 64. The Commander, Staff, and fellow Members encourage your full participated and will provide all the assistance you need for a successful career in Civil Air Patrol.

Brackett Composite Squadron 64 New Senior Member Introduction Prepared By Capt. Robert D Sears, Brackett Composite Squadron 64 Questions?