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The cadet program is
designed to inspire the country's youth to become leaders and
dynamic American citizens through an interest in flying. Young men
and women who are American citizens or aliens "lawfully admitted for
permanent residency" may become Civil Air Patrol cadets. They must
have completed the sixth grade or be at least 12 years old to become
members. The maximum age for entering the cadet program is 18.
Cadets take part in a
number of programmed and activities From these they develop the
knowledge, skills and attitudes to understand the total impact of
air and space operations on society. They learn discipline by
studying leadership and by learning military drill and courtesies.
They become physically fit through a special physical training
program.
Through studies and other
activities, cadets work their way through a series of achievements.
As cadets progress, they earn increased rank, ribbons or
certificates and also become eligible for nationally sponsored
special activities and may compete for academic scholarships.
Cadets are assigned to
squadrons staffed by senior members who guide and assist them
through the program. A popular activity is the flying program. It
promotes an interest in aviation by providing orientation flights
and scholarships to cover flying training through solo
qualification.
The most sought after
activity of advanced cadets is the International Air Cadet Exchange.
Each summer, about 120 cadets and their adult escorts travel to one
or the other of some 20 foreign countries. In return, cadets from
foreign lands visit the United States as guests of Civil Air Patrol
and the Air Force. Such trips promote goodwill and understanding
among the world's youth who share a common interest in aviation.
Additional activities
include cadet summer encampments at nearly 75 U.S. military bases
and a cadet officer school. There are also familiarization courses
at Air Education and Training Command bases, pararescue training,
survival training and cadet competitions.
Cadet Achievement Awards
Cadet
Ribbon Checker
Uniform Manual
Weekly Schedule Guide
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