117th ANG Composite Squadron, Civil Air Patrol

09/14/2023

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Congratulations to the Alabama Wing Civil Air Patrol squadrons that have earned the Quality Cadet Unit Award for 2023. These squadrons have demonstrated consistent excellence throughout the year in their ex*****on of the cadet program.

Special recognition to Maxwell Composite Squadron on their 2nd consecutive award, Dothan Composite Squadron on their 4th consecutive award and 2nd year achieving all 10 out of 10 criteria, and Redstone Composite Squadron on their wing record 7th consecutive award.

08/28/2023

We had the chance to let Girl Scouts attending the Leadership Conference at Trussville Civic Center know all about opportunities with Civil Air Patrol along with our partner cadets from the Bessemer Squadron this past Saturday. A couple of cadets did pushups for t-shirts from the Air Force exhibitors. Seems logical. Needless to say, we had a great time. Thank you Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama!

08/10/2023

The Civil Air Patrol in Hawaii was just mentioned on WVTM 13 as providing aerial flyover assessment of the destruction on Maui.

07/24/2023

Come start your aviation career with us!

Georgia Wing senior member Phillip Guhl states it so well, there isn’t anything to add from the Alabama Wing Civil Air Patrol. Great youth program. We need…

07/22/2023

Volunteered today at the Southern Museum of Flight. Reward was some time on the flight simulators.

If you are interested in volunteering, please consider the Southern Museum of Flight, a world-class gem in Birmingham. From washing airplanes to historical renovation, no aviation experience is required.

07/01/2023

Happy 4th of July weekend as we welcome home our recent graduates from NESA and NFA.

12/21/2022

Some of our Cadets participated in this year's Wreaths Across America ceremony at the Alabama National Cemetery. We salute their service.

11/29/2022

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December 9th and 10th! Join us for an informative Q & A session featuring a diverse group of Cadet Wings graduates. This one-hour event is a great opportunity for aspiring cadets interested in any aviation opportunity within the Cadet Program (orientation flights, National Flight Academies, etc.). Our Cadet Wings graduates will be sharing their personal experiences, struggles, and successes as well as answering your questions.

Click the link for more info!

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11/27/2022

The Birmingham Squadron had a great time touring the Southern Museum of Flight this November. There were displays, activities and even flight simulator time. The general consensus was that the entire experience was phenomenal. If you have never visited the Southern Museum of Flight, it is a must go!

11/12/2022

The Birmingham Squadron of the Alabama Wing of Civil Air Patrol were honored to be invited to the Southern Museum of Flight's Veterans Day dinner and celebration.

10/12/2022

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10/05/2022

09/17/2022

Inside the Duluth International Airport stands a memorial to Major Joseph Gomer, Tuskegee Airman, who passed from this life in Duluth, Minnesota. The airport is also the base for the 148th Fighter Wing of the ANG, who were practicing some thrilling touch and go landings when I was there.
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09/10/2022

Thank you 117th ANG for hosting Birmingham, Bessemer and Springville Civil Air Patrol Squadrons and the Ramsay JROTC today for a tour of the mighty KC-135s and the personnel who keep them flying! We had a great time!

09/07/2022

We love working on our drill commands next to the KC-135 Stratotankers (which we will be working with this weekend!). Also noticed this historical marker on base re. the 117ths sacrifice during the Bay of Pigs action.

09/05/2022

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The USAF Academy admissions team invites you to a CAP Outreach Event. Come learn about how to prepare yourself for the application process for admissions to USAFA. Meet new graduates who would like to answer your questions about how to succeed in garnering a spot in the next cadet class.
Join us on 7 Sept from 6:30 to 8:00 PM MT via Zoom. https://usafa-admissions.zoom.us/j/3192921991?pwd=ZmpMaXl3bGsvV0xLQmNQenI5dEc0QT09
Meeting ID: 319 292 1991
Passcode: 2022

08/09/2022

Really enjoyed our joint meeting with the AL-087 Bessemer Squadron this evening who were our gracious hosts. Thank you Lt. Ross!

07/05/2022

Attention CADETS! There are still openings available for Medical Training Orientation School ( ).

The goal of Medical Orientation and Training School is to provide students the opportunity to learn basic life-saving techniques for ill or injured patients while exploring the many careers available in the healthcare industry. The knowledge obtained allows graduates to provide assistance in their community to a variety of emergencies until higher trained responders can arrive. Additionally, the training provides opportunities for the students to experience command and support functions as identified in the National Incident Management System and learn to work in a team environment to accomplish goals specific to the care, treatment, and extrication of injured patients.

Cadets can find more information at the following link. Ticket sales will close on July 15.

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07/04/2022

There will be no cadet or senior meetings this week as we celebrate Independence Day.

07/03/2022

Seventy Cadets receive Cadet sUAS Solo Wings at the recent Alabama Wing Encampment.

06/11/2022

Six our our Cadets checked in to the Alabama Wing Encampment today.

03/22/2022

Due to weather concerns, tonight’s meeting has been cancelled. Sorry for the inconvenience.

03/11/2022

During Women of Aviation Week, we feature Lt. Col. Rochelle Kimbrell, the former Civil Air Patrol cadet who rejoined the Colorado Wing after a 22-year military career during which she became the U.S. Air Force's  first Black female fighter pilot.

03/10/2022

During Women of Aviation Week, we feature Kathryn Christmas, a former CAP cadet who’s regimental commander at The Citadel and preparing for her career as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force.

01/22/2022

11/21/2021

No meeting this week. Have a Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

11/16/2021

Tonight’s Cadet meeting has been cancelled. The Sr’s will still plan to meet.

11/11/2021

Civil Air Patrol salutes the nation’s military veterans, including many members of our organization. Thank you for your service.

10/24/2021

Rocket 🚀!!!

10/24/2021

Rocket launch was a success and a great time was had by all!

10/24/2021

Rocket launch was a success!

08/05/2021

08/01/2021

Tuesday’s meeting on August 3rd is being cancelled. We hope to resume the following week.

07/31/2021

Help cheer on Chris Nilsen, a former Missouri Wing - Civil Air Patrol cadet competing in the Tokyo Olympics in the pole vault. Ranked fifth in the world, the three-time NCAA champion (indoors in 2017 and twice outdoors in 2018 and 2019) pole vaulter for the University of South Dakota captured gold at the 2019 Pan American Games and placed first at the U.S. Olympic Track and Field Team Trials as the only vaulter to clear 5.90m. Qualifying with a jump of 5.75m during the preliminary heats, Nilsen will go for the gold next week.