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Since 1941, CAP has responded to the needs of our nation and neighbors in the air and on the ground. Operating the world's largest fleet of light aircraft, CAP can access any community in the country. Join our force for good.

Saving Lives

On average, CAP saves 100 lives per year by finding downed aircraft, lost hikers, missing boaters, people trapped by rising water, and more.

Shaping Futures

CAP's aerospace education and youth development programs help change the trajectory of people's lives.

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CAP offers something for everyone who wants to volunteer. Find a unit near you today and discover how your skills and desires can be put to use in a meaningful and rewarding way.

National Emergency Services Academy

In July, Civil Air Patrol's Indiana Wing hosts the National Emergency Services Academy which serves as the entity responsible for the training standards for Civil Air Patrol's nationwide Emergency Services mission.

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Veteran Airline Pilot, Managing Director of Aviation Safety, Joining Board of Governors

A veteran commercial pilot who serves as United Airlines’ managing director of aviation safety is the latest appointment to Civil Air Patrol’s Board of Governors.Capt. Mary Ann Schaffer, who has flown for United since 1989, is an experienced aviator...

California Cadet Chooses Air Force Academy from 3 Appointments

Cadet Maj. Grace Muresan of the California Wing’s Jon E. Kramer Composite Squadron 10 has chosen the U.S. Air Force Academy as her next destination after receiving appointments to the academy, the Military Academy at West Point, and the Naval Academy...

New Director of Government Relations, Fesler, Named

To advocate for Civil Air Patrol on Capitol Hill, you first have to tell its story — and the passion of the volunteers and enthusiasm of the cadets make that the best, and easiest, part of the job, says CAP’s new director of government relations, Joh...

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