Does Civil Air Patrol get paid?

Does Civil Air Patrol get paid?

CAP members are civilians and are not paid by the United States government for their service. Rather, members are responsible for paying annual membership fees, and must pay for their own uniforms and other related expenses.

Does the Civil Air Patrol teach you how do you fly?

CAP does not normally provide primary flight training for members. That said, we do have a lot of members who are also Certified Flight Instructors and often willing to provide training to members at reduced rates.

Who can join civil Airpatrol?

Thousands of young people from 12 through age 20 are introduced to aviation through CAP's cadet program. The program allows young people to progress at their own pace through a 16-step program including aerospace education, leadership training, physical fitness and moral leadership.

How old do you have to be to be in the Civil Air Patrol?

Cadet FAQ. How old do I have to be to join? Youth members must be at least 12 years old and not yet 19 years old. Cadets joining a unit in their school may join under the age of 12 as long as they are in the sixth grade.

Who funds the Civil Air Patrol?

Civil Air Patrol is a nonprofit organization and receives funds from the U.S. Air Force to help accomplish our missions. CAP also relies on contributions to help support initiatives that are not funded by the Air Force, such as cadet special activities, aerospace education workshops, and member training opportunities.

How do you wear a Civil Air Patrol uniform?

Men and women wear the same type BDU. Headgear: All personnel must wear the camouflage pattern BDU or unit authorized cap. Shirt: The shirt is worn outside the trousers at all times. Sleeves may be rolled up but may not be shortened by cutting them.

Does Civil Air Patrol get a military discount?

While there are some discounts for CAP members (e.g. insurance), they are not the same as full discounts and programs offered to full time military members.

Why should I join the Civil Air Patrol?

Civil Air Patrol deploys for 95 percent of the inland Search and Rescue missions in the United States. With quality training, cadets in CAP often work with and even lead EMS, law enforcement and military personnel to help save lives of those who are in need of help.

What is the highest rank in Civil Air Patrol?

There are two achievements with this rank. At this rank a Chief usually serves as a Squadron First Sergeant.

What do Civil Air Patrol cadets do?

The mission of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program is to transform youth into dynamic Americans and aerospace leaders. The Cadets at School program brings the benefits of CAP's character education, fitness, leadership, and aerospace curriculum into middle and high schools as a weekly after-school program.

How do I join air cadets?

The cadet experience is open to everyone, so whatever your nationality, background or ability, whether you're male or female, if you're between 13, or at age 12 when beginning school year 8 (England & Wales), S2 (Scotland) Yr 9 (Northern Ireland) and 17 years old you can join us.

What planes does cap use?

The Civil Air Patrol owns and operates a fleet of predominantly Cessna 172 Skyhawk and Cessna 182 Skylane aircraft.