Meet Civil Air Patrol's 500th Pilot Graduate from Cadet Wings!

When Cadet Chief Master Sgt. Sydney Otis received her private pilot’s certificate June 11, she became a milestone graduate of CAP’s Cadet Wings Program.

Gaining Wisdom a Matter of Faith for Young Civil Air Patrol Cadet

Cadet 1st Lt. Noah Mansoor of the Hawaii Wing is just 17 years old but already hunting for a job in cybersecurity with two college degrees.

Civil Air Patrol Nears 500-Pilot Milestone with Boost from the Ray Foundation

James C. Ray Flight Training Scholarships are helping CAP's Cadet Wings Program reach its long-term goal of minting new pilots.

StellarXplorer Team's Top 3 Finish Completes Successful Civil Air Patrol Space/Cyber Season

A cadet team from Colorado Springs made the awards podium at the StellarXplorers national finals, officially ending CAP's 2025-2026 space and cyber season.

Civil Air Patrol Supports Kona Low Storm Response with Aerial Imaging Missions

Civil Air Patrol's Hawaii Wing and national geospatial team, provided critical flood and storm damage assessment information to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Civil Air Patrol and NASA Ignite Nationwide Effort to Build Future Aerospace Workforce

Space Act Agreement establishes a framework for the collaboration, designed to provide aerospace experiences to shape CAP cadets’ futures.

FEMA Flood Response in Washington State Supported by Volunteers

Civil Air Patrol volunteers supported FEMA flood response operations in Washington by providing aerial imagery and damage assessments across 14 counties.

FAA Honors Nebraska Aviator With Prestigious Master Pilot Award

Civil Air Patrol celebrates pilot recognized by FAA for 50 years of safe flight and aviation excellence.

Civil Air Patrol Assists U.S. Air Force with Blood Processing Mission

Members of Civil Air Patrol’s (CAP) New Jersey Wing mobilized to assist the U.S. Air Force in processing blood products destined for deployed service members.

Civil Air Patrol Blood Drives Help Save Military Lives Worldwide

Civil Air Patrol volunteers supported blood drives at West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy, helping collect 1,581 units—enough to save nearly 5,000 lives worldwide.

Saving Lives, One Pint at a Time

Falcon Composite Squadron 305: The Heartbeat of Operation Pulse Lift

Civil Air Patrol Brings Life-Saving Capability to California’s Toughest Terrain

Boosting Emergency Preparedness with Cutting-Edge Air Support in Rugged California Terrain