Celebrating Women's History Month, Women of Aviation Week
Brig. Gen. Regena Aye, national vice commander, talks about the vital role women have played in American history and throughout Civil Air Patrol. Her video is part of CAP's March observance of Women's History Month.
'Ninety-Nines' Pioneer Flew for CAP During War

In observation of Women of Aviation Week (March 7-13), Civil Air Patrol honors Cecil “Teddy” Kenyon, who flew for CAP during World War II after becoming one of the first members of “the Ninety-Nines.”

Established in 1929 by 99 women pilots, members of the Ninety-Nines Inc., International Organization of Women Pilots, promote advancement of aviation through education and scholarships. 

CAP’s national artist, Maj. Ron Finger, has depicted one of the historic aircraft Kenyon flew during the early years of CAP — the Luscombe 8-C Silvaire. 
90 Scholarships Totaling Nearly $156K Announced
Ninety Civil Air Patrol cadets from 33 wings are receiving academic and flight scholarships worth a combined total of $155,700 in 2022.

Twenty cadets were recommended for acceptance to the U.S. Air Force Preparatory School in Colorado Springs.

In all, 63 academic scholarships account for $126,500 of the total amount, with 27 flight scholarships totaling the remaining $29,200.

“You had tough competition, and you should be proud of your selection,” Maj. Gen. Edward D. Phelka, CAP’s national commander and CEO, said in a congratulatory message prepared for the scholarship recipients.
Lawmaker Rides Along on Ice Buildup Photo Flight
The Connecticut Wing’s new Legislative Squadron commander got a closeup look of the wing’s mission documenting ice buildup that can threaten public safety and impede commercial boat traffic on major waterways and lakes and along the Connecticut shoreline.

State Sen. Cathy Osten joined Lt. Col. Jim Whitesell, wing vice commander, and 2nd Lt. Corrie Folsom-O'Keefe, mission photographer, on a mission flight Feb. 20 over the Connecticut and Thames rivers.

“This was an exciting day to travel along the rivers of Connecticut,” Osten said. “The value of Civil Air Patrol is unparalleled; we need to continue to support this valuable asset.”
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Cadet Leadership School Set for March 21-25
The Rocky Mountain Region is hosting an in-person Cadet Leadership School March 21-25 at Camp Williams, Utah, but you must sign up soon to be included.

The school fulfils the requirement for cadet lieutenant colonel. The minimum rank for participation is chief master sergeant, and the maximum is cadet major. All participants must be encampment graduates.

Region Cadet Leadership School's goal is “to develop, refine, and hone in the officership, indirect leadership, and other traits consistent with CAP’s leadership expectations for Phase III cadets.” The school fulfills the learning requirement for the Gen. Ira C. Eaker Award and completion of phase IV of the cadet program.

The school costs $200, with up to $150 reimbursement after completion. Apply as soon as possible. The region is expecting around 30 cadets but can expand if necessary.
Applications Sought for New Cyber Missions Position
The application deadline has been extended for a public affairs support person for CAP's Cyber Missions program. Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. CT April 2.
This Week's Top Headlines
“MacArthur Senior Achieves Dream of Attending Marine Academy”
(Levittown, N.Y.)

“Southern Tier Cadet Squadron, Civil Air Patrol Welcomes Youth and Adults to Learn More About its Programs”
(Binghamton, N.Y.)

“Boy Scouts Learn About Aviation at Elkins-Randolph Airport”
(Elkins, W.Va.)
Tweet of the Week @Civil Air Patrol
Every unit of blood collected through the combined efforts of Civil Air Patrol volunteers saves three lives. During its 23-month response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Operation Pulse Lift has collected this number of units:
Operation Pulse Lift's new two-year COVID-19 anniversary (April 15) stretch goal is 12,000 units.

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