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| DISCLAIMER:
Links or references to individuals or companies does not constitute an
endorsement of any information, product or service you may receive from such
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Aerospace Education |
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 Civil Air Patrol's Aerospace Education Program serves the CAP cadet and senior member
population as well as the general public.
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| The program includes formal graded courses
for members to become knowledgeable about all aspects of aviation, including flight
physics, dynamics, history, application, etc. The course work also includes all aspects
of the space program and new technologies that make advances in aviation and space
exploration possible. There are also several programs for CAP pilots to improve their
flying skills and FAA ratings so that the safety of the CAP aviation program may be
enhanced. Outside of its organization, CAP provides school teachers with resources
and help in terms of integrating aviation and aerospace into the classroom. This
outreach program includes seminars, course material and sponsorship of the National
Congress on Aerospace Education. Members also help municipalities better understand
the needs and benefits of airports and other aviation related facilities to their
communities, and how to better manage them. |
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Cadet Aerospace Education |
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| The CAP Cadet Program has a mandatory aerospace education program; in order
to progress, a cadet must take courses and tests relating to aviation. They also have
educational opportunities through guest speakers, model building, and actual flight. |
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Senior Aerospace Education |
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| Senior members of the CAP may choose to study aerospace as part of the
Senior Member Training Program progression requirements. CAP encourages
its senior members to learn about aviation and its history, although this
is not mandatory. Those who complete the Aerospace Education Program for
Senior Members may earn the Charles E. "Chuck" Yeager Aerospace
Education Award. |
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External Aerospace Education |
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| The purpose of the EAE, as stated in CAP's 1946 Congressional Charter,
is to "encourage and foster civil aviation in local communities."
CAP has focused on providing schools and teachers materials and help in
educating youth about aerospace. CAP members may visit schools, host field
trips, science competitions and fairs, and other assorted activities. In
addition to schools, CAP reaches out to other organizations, such as the
Boy Scouts of America, the Girl Scouts of America, 4-H, etc. |
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The squadron is currently building a radio controlled Piper Cub model to
be hung at Pilot Pete's restaurant. |
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