Please join with me in recognizing Cadet Colonel Robert J. Wilson, for his remarkable achievements as a member of the Civil Air Patrol.  At a Pentagon presentation and award ceremony on January 5, 2009, Cadet Colonel Wilson was presented with the General Carl A. Spaatz Award.  The Spaatz Award is the Civil Air Patrol's highest cadet honor, presented to cadets who demonstrate extraordinary leadership, character, fitness, and aerospace knowledge.  For every one-thousand cadets, only two achieve this distinct honor.  Robert first joined the Civil Air Patrol in January 2004 where he served with distinction in the Fairfax Composite Squadron of the National Capital Wing.  Upon graduation from high school, he chose to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, Arizona to obtain his Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering.  Robert joined the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps and is a member of the Arnold Air Society.  Robert plans to continue his education and training to be of service as a U.S. Air Force Test Pilot.  On December 18, 2008, Robert successfully completed the Carl A. Spaatz Exam, the final stage of a long and grueling journey through sixteen rigorous skill tests.  Having overcome this final obstacle, he now joins the ranks of the Civil Air Patrol's best and brightest, a recipient of the General Carl A. Spaatz Award for outstanding cadets.

Sincerely,
Roger A. Cox, Maj, CAP
Commander
Fairfax Composite Squadron

Fairfax Squadron meets every Monday from 7:00 PM (1900) to 9:00 PM (2100) at the Fairfax American Legion.

3939 Oak Street
Fairfax, VA 22030

The squadron does not meet during some Federal holidays or during the two weeks of Christmas break.

Fairfax Squadron is blessed with the support of American Legion Post 177. The Fairfax American Legion has granted us space to store supplies and has opened it's doors for us to use each Monday night.

Contact the Fairfax Composite Squadron Commander:

Major Roger A. Cox

Squadron Portal

First Monday of the month:
- Uniform is Service Dress (Uniform is short-sleeve with tie)

1. In Ranks Uniform Inspection
2. Testing
3. Moral Leadership


Second Monday of the month:
- Uniform is BDU's

1. In Ranks Uniform Inspection
2. Open Format Meeting


Third Monday of the month:
- Uniform is BDU's

1. In Ranks Uniform Inspection
2. Testing
3. Aerospace Education
4. Operational Safety Briefing/Training


Fourth Monday of the month:
- Uniform is Physical Training uniform with a canteen/Camelbak

1. Organized Physical Training (PT)
2. Cadet Physical Fitness Test (CPFT) as scheduled


Fifth Mondayof the month (as they occur) is the Squadron Activity:
- Uniform is Civilian Clothes

1. Engage in a Squadron Social function as planned

*During inclement weather, members should wear appropriate outerwear to ensure comfort and safety. 

In 1946, Congress granted a charter to Civil Air Patrol, charging its members with three missions. First, CAP was to promote aviation. As years passed, that mission expanded to include aerospace education as well. Second, CAP was to provide a training program to support the nation's youth in contributing to society and preparing for successful adult lives. Finally, CAP was to continue its emergency services, the work for which CAP is still best known today.


~CADET PROGRAMS~
CAP's cadet program trains young men and women in teamwork, moral leadership, aerospace education, technical skills to support emergency services, and military history and customs. Through national encampments, a college and flight training scholarship program, and the International Air Cadet Exchange, CAP cadets broaden their horizons, learn to assume responsibility, feel self-confidence and set goals for their lives.

~OPERATIONS~
Best known for its members' work in search and rescue and disaster relief missions, CAP is expanding its role in the 21st century to include an increasing number of homeland security operations and exercises. CAP also performs counterdrug reconnaissance missions at the request of law enforcement agencies and can do radiological monitoring and damage assessment. CAP members undergo rigorous training to perform these missions safely and cost-effectively.

~AEROSPACE EDUCATION~
CAP maintains both internal and external aerospace education programs. CAP members, both adults and cadets, follow a rigorous program to learn about aviation and aerospace principles. CAP also reaches out to the general public through a special program for teachers at all grade levels. Through this program, CAP provides free classroom materials and lesson plans for aerospace education and each year sponsors the premier national conference in this field.

Civil Air Patrol Quick Facts

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HISTORY

The National Museum of the Civil Air Patrol
(History of CAP)

Definition and History of CAP on Wikipedia.org

Civil Air Patrol History at the US Air Force Museum

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