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Aerospace Education

Cadets and senior members learn aerospace principles in the classroom and with hands-on projects.

Cadet Programs

We build future leaders by teaching leadership, self-confidence, character development, and technical skills.

Emergency Services

Adult members respond to emergencies on the ground and in the air. Serve your community!

Orientation Flights

Cadets can learn to fly gliders and airplanes under the tutelage of FAA-approved instructors!

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2023 High-Altitude Balloon Challenge Registration Opens

Civil Air Patrol’s Aerospace Education directorate is launching the third annual National High-Altitude Balloon Challenge for cadets, with team registration open through May 22.Begun as the first national cadet STEM competition in 2021, the balloon c...

Outgoing First Air Force Commander Flies with CAP

After a distinguished 35-year career in the U.S. Air Force, the first three-star general to officially fly with Civil Air Patrol is retiring.Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce will step down March 31 from his post as commander, Continental U.S. North American Aero...

Cadets Awarded 91 Scholarships Worth $155K

Ninety-one scholarships totaling $155,000 have been awarded to Civil Air Patrol cadets from 32 wings and one overseas unit.The total includes 63 academic scholarships worth $123,500 and 28 flight scholarships worth $31,500.Cadets in the Southea...

Aerospace Education