Monthly e-newsletter of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air Patrol 302

Lt. Col. Chas Buchanan, Squadron Commander

Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix, Arizona

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Vol. 2, No. 9 May 2008

Squadron launches Web site

Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 has launched a Web site www.squadron302.org to augment its information and outreach programs to squadron and other Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members plus the community. The Web site was launched in early April and will be under construction at least through the end of 2008, says Capt. Michael Rich, the squadrons information technology (IT) officer. Continual updates will be made after various sections become operational. Goals of the Web site include to increase squadron recruitment, enhance retention and provide educa(Continued on page 2)

Inside Full Throttle

Wing Conference deadline 3 Open house in June 4 VSAF program at Luke AFB 5 NIMS training required 5 Getting to Know 6 Promotions 7 See the Quarterly Training Schedule (QTS) for upcoming events and contact information plus http://azwg.us for the Civil Air Patrols Arizona Wing calendar.

Shown here is a portion of the home page from Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302s new Web site at

www.squadron302.org.
Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant)

Civil Air Patrol: More Than Meets The Skies

 Squadron Web site is operational

(Continued from page 1) tional support to members and other interested individuals 02 ron 3 regarding the squadrons role in CAPs missions of emerSquad gency services, aerospace education and cadet programs. We can make the content whatever our members want, subject to the approval of the commanders and parents of cadets who are featured, Capt Rich explains. S qu Already operational are a squadron location map and a a dr on 3 02 news section with all past issues of the squadrons Full Throttle monthly e-newsletter. Under consideration are sections for emergency services, cadet programs, aerospace education, a photographic gallery, and a members only section that could include a squadron calendar, instructors and links to enable pilots to reserve the squadrons aircraft, and an on-line data base with contact information and qualifications status. Other possibilities include free e-mail accounts, Web mail, e-mail forwarding and auto-respond capabilities, and authentication of incoming e-mail messages. We actively are seeking feedback from squadron members about existing subjects and presentation plus other content they wish to see, Capt. Rich says. Comments can be directed to Capt. Rich at mike@mediacomputing.com.

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Full Throttle is the monthly e-newsletter for officers, cadets and friends of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air Patrol. Its mission is to bolster communication with and among officers and cadets, enhance awareness of squadron activities, and share news and information about the squadron and its personnel. Story ideas and submissions can be forwarded by the 15th of the month preceding publication to Capt. Jerry Porter, squadron public-affairs offiPorter cer, at civilairpatrolsq302pao@cox.net. civilairpatrolsq302pao@cox.net To guarantee receipt of the newsletter, readers should ensure their e-mail addresses and other contact information remain current with the squadron and on e-services at www.capnhq.gov. Vol. 2, No. 9 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ National First-Place Co-WinnerNewsletters 2007 Maj. Howell Balsem CAP Public Affairs Exceptional Achievement Awards May 2008

Cadets reminded to tell parents of opportunity for receiving newsletter

Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 cadets are reminded to tell their parents of the opportunity to be added to the Full Throttle mailing list to augment parental awareness of squadron news and upcoming activities plus better support their cadets squadron and Civil Air Patrol involvement. Parents who wish to be added to the mailing list of the squadrons monthly enewsletter are encouraged to send their name and e-mail address to Capt. Jerry Porter, squadron public-affairs officer, at civilairpatrolsq302pao@cox.net. Full Throttle also can be viewed on-line under News at www.squadron 302.org. Page 2

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See You in a Flash

An aircrew from Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 flies over the campsite of the Arizona Wings 21st Annual Summer Field Training Exercise in early April at Buckeye Hills Regional Park so ground teams can practice signaling the airplane with a mirror (inset representation). (Aerial photo by Officer Richard Shortridge.

Deadline is May 2 to register for Arizona Wing conference

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members wishing to attend the 2008 Arizona Wing Conference from Friday to Sunday, May 9-11, at Luke Air Force Base are reminded the deadline to register for the conference and any lodging requests for the Visiting Officers Quarters is Friday, May 2. No registrations can be accepted after the May 2 date. Registration and lodging details are available on the Arizona Wing Web site at azwg.us. azwg.us There are fees for attending the annual conference banquet and for enrollment in the CPR/first-aid course; however, there is no charge for other educational opportunities that include training for finance officers and personnel officers, basic and advance radio classes, computer training and the basic inspector-general course. Members are advised to adhere strictly to the CAP/Air Force Blues or CAP corporate uniform requirements and associated weight and grooming standards. Advance registration and proper identification are required for entry onto the base. Questions can be directed to Capt. Rita Bivens-Scherer, Scherer conference co-chair, at 602/369-2948. 2948 Full Throttle May 2008

Squadron to pass 51st anniversary since CAP charter

Deer Valley Composite Squadron on May 20 reaches its 51st year of service as a chartered squadron of the Civil Air Patrol. Many hundreds of cadet and adult members have served their nation, community and each other since the squadron was founded. To place these years into perspective, the squadrons establishment on May 20, 1957, preceded by fewer than five months the Oct. 4 launch of Sputnik, the worlds first artificial satellite. The squadron was just more than two weeks shy of its fourth anniversary when Alan B. Shepard, Jr., made Americas first sub-orbital space flight on May 5, 1961. Please keep the squadrons history in mind during this month of anniversary reflection and remember you are part of its legacy. Page 3

Professional development series delayed

Publication of the third part in a fourpart series on professsional development within the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has been delayed temporarily. Meanwhile, members of CAP and Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 are encouraged to read the story on page 5 about new requirements issued by the CAP National Board requiring members to complete training in the National Incident Management System. The training is required for CAP members to maintain their qualifycations in emergency services.

Keys to Survival
Maj. Richard Clark (right), aerospace educational officer for seniors at Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, shows Lt. Col. Chas Buchanan,
squadron commander, survival gear carried by pilots from World War II to the present day. Maj. Clark delivered a presentation about pilot survival during a recent meeting of squadron officers.

Note these activities

- Cadet meeting/orientation begins (BDUs) May 9-11 - Arizona Wing Conference (Registration deadline May 2) May 14 - Senior meeting May 12 - Cadet meeting (BDUs) May 21 - Senior staff May 19 - Cadet meeting (PT) May 26 - No cadet meeting (Memorial Day) May 28 - Senior meeting ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Cadets meet at 7 p.m.; seniors meet at 7:30 p.m. BDUs - Battle dress uniform PT - Physical training Blues - Air Force dress uniform May 5

Squadron slates June open house

Officers, cadets, parents and guests are encouraged to mark their calendars for Deer Valley Composite Squadrons upcoming open house scheduled at 7 p.m. Monday, June 2. Details of the event are being developed and will be announced when confirmed; however, please invite prospective members to the event and introduce them to the myriad of opportunities available within the squadron and the Civil Air Patrol. Page 4

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VSAF program extended to Luke AFB

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) has extended its Volunteer Service to the Air Force (VSAF) program to Luke Air Force Base as the U.S. Air Force continues to evaluate the potential of an additional noncombat mission for its CAP auxiliary. Luke AFB is the third site selected for the evaluation program to assess how adult CAP members can provide manpower service to the U.S. Air Force while the military services active-duty personnel are on deployment. VSAF also has been undergoing evaluation at Randolph Air Force Base in Texas and Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio. Interested members will be evaluated for appropriate skills and assignment to various offices and duties at Luke Air Force Base. More information about the VSAF program is available by going on-line to http://www.cap.gov/ visitors/events/vsaf/vsaf_program or by contacting Maj. Adam Such, who is coordinating the Arizona Wing, at adamsuch@aim.com. adamsuch@aim.com

Gate entry, exit now operational via keypad code

As an added security measure, keypad access now is required to pass through the gate to Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302s hangar area. The access code is available to adult officers only. Cadets and guests must be with an adult member to pass through the gate. Please note keypad access is required for both entry and exit through the gate. Full Throttle

NIMS training is required by years end for members to retain ES qualifications

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members involved in emergency services (ES) are required by years end to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) training in order to retain their ES qualifications. CAPs National Board has voted to require the training to ensure CAP functions effectively with other federal, state and local agencies under NIMS. The requirements are being published in a revised CAPR 60-3. Members can complete the training by taking three independent-study courses and tests available on-line through the Emergency Management Institute of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The three courses and tests are Introduction to Incident Command System, IS-100; ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents, IS-200; and National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction, IS 700. The courses can be found at http:// training.fema.gov/IS/NIMS.asp. training.fema.gov/IS/NIMS.asp Upon finishing each test, members should print the certificate of course completion and submit a copy to 2nd Lt. Ruben Kafenbaum, squadron professional-development Kafenbaum officer. May 2008 Page 5

Getting to know

Albillar learns confidence, teamwork

Having advanced consistently during her 1 years as a Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 cadet, C/MSgt. Leanne Albillar is aiming toward lofty goals within the squadron before pursuing the education she hopes will gain her a position with the National Security Agency. Following are questions and answers to help squadron members become better acC/MSgt. Leanne Albillar quainted with this ambitious and personable Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadet non-commissioned officer: ~~~~~ Q: When did you join CAP and the squadron? I joined CAP toward the end of October 2006. Q: What led you to join the organization? Tyler Sepp, a former squadron cadet, taught a flight class for homeschoolers. I went through cadet basic training at his suggestion and loved every aspect of CAP, especially flying and manning the radios for emergency services. Q: What is your current position and future goal within the squadron? I serve as the cadet administration officer and occasionally help out in supply or basic training as well as being a mission radio operator. I plan to be a flight sergeant for basic training and possibly the cadet commander someday. Q: How has CAP helped you in your everyday life? Full Throttle
CAP has given me more confidence at trying

new things and taught me the value of teamwork. Ive also learned how to iron. Q: In which community do you live and where do you attend school? I live in New River, just north of Anthem. Im a homeschooled sophomore. Q: Are you involved in any extracurricular activities at school? Because Im homeschooled, that would be impossible, but I volunteer several times a week at Dreamchaser PMU Rescue and Rehabilitation, which is dedicated to rescuing horses from slaughter, gentling them and then adopting them out. My family also adopted two of those rescued horses Clayton and Cassius. Cassius Q: What is your career ambition and what one thing from CAP will help you to achieve that goal? I plan to attend Patrick Henry College in Virginia, obtain a degree in strategic intelligence and get a job at the National Security Agency. From CAP, Ive learned how to work with others as a follower or a leader. Q: What advice do you have for new cadets? Just stay with the program. The first few months will be difficult while you learn new things and get started with promotions, but after awhile, reporting, ironing your uniform and drilling will become second nature. Q: Who in the program do you consider to have been the most instrumental in your advancement in CAP and why? st On the cadet side, undoubtedly C/1 Lt. Robbie Gassert, who sets high standards and folGassert lows them himself; hes also an effective teacher. On the senior side, other than my mom (Officer Lisa Albillar), its 2nd Lt. Daryl Albillar Duncan, who gave me lots of encouragement Duncan when I was a new cadet, taught me a lot about the radios and still always finds time to talk. Page 6

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14 squadron cadets advance in grade

Congratulations are extended to these 14 Deer Valley Composite Squadron cadets who recently earned promotions in grade: To Cadet Second Lieutenant: William Mead To Chief Master Sergeant: Michael Padrick To Cadet Technical Sergeant: Kegan Edmondson, Morgan Lierman, Alexander Patocs, Jacqueline Shortridge and Daniel Vogt To Cadet Staff Sergeant: Hanson Jairek To Cadet Senior Airman: Samantha Hanson To Cadet Airman: Alex Campa, Jaime Sanborn and Nathaniel Thornton To Cadet Airman Basic: Brittany Beaman and Nicholas Bobrowitz

Study Test Promote

Little by little, one walks far.

Peruvian proverb

4 officers earn Yeager aerospace award

Four members of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 have completed the Civil Air Patrols Aerospace Education Program for Senior Members (AEPSM), entitling them to receive the Gen. Charles E. Chuck Yeager Aerospace Education Achievement Award. Congratulations are extended to 2nd Lt. Kelly Deberg and Officers Randall Eary, Mark Harrington and Larry Nesbitt. Completion of AEPSM by adult officers Nesbitt is a squadron and Group IV priority for 2008. To take the test, log on to http://www.cap.gov/ visitors/members/professional_development, select Online Exams and Aerospace Education, visitors/members/professional_development and follow the directions to take Yeager Test No. 1 (only one test is required, not both). Upon passing the tests, squadron officers should send a notifying e-mail to squadron Commander Lt. Col. Chas Buchanan at cbuchanan@cox.net and copy the Group IV aerospace-education officer at gp4aeo@yahoo.com so certificates of completion can be prepared. Full Throttle May 2008 Page 7