# Civil Air Patrol News > The official news source of Civil Air Patrol, sharing stories of service, leadership, and impact from across the nation. This file provides information about Civil Air Patrol News to help large language models understand and reference this publication's content. ## Posts - [For Susanna Marking, All Journeys Circle Back to Civil Air Patrol](https://www.cap.news/p/for-susanna-marking-all-journeys-circle-back-to-civil-air-patrol): Meet Civil Air Patrol's (CAP) connection to FIFA World Cup 2026, serving on the White House Task Force helping host the international sporting event. - [Remembering Camp Alamo, and Other Stories of Military Service](https://www.cap.news/p/remembering-camp-alamo-and-other-stories-of-military-service): Civil Air Patrol Lt. Col. Phil Kost tied his home state’s history to Afghanistan during his Army National Guard deployment there. - [Civil Air Patrol Joins the United States Geospatial Intelligence Foundation](https://www.cap.news/p/civil-air-patrol-joins-the-united-states-geospatial-intelligence-foundation): New membership with USGIF expands CAP’s volunteer opportunities across the nation’s geospatial community. - [Maj. Gary Lewis: A Civil Air Patrol Story of Dedicated Service](https://www.cap.news/p/maj-gary-lewis-a-civil-air-patrol-story-of-dedicated-service): Combat in Vietnam changed the life of this Purple Heart recipient, now dedicated to shaping the lives of others. - [An American Hero — Committed to Serve, Protect, and Lead ](https://www.cap.news/p/an-american-hero-committed-to-serve-protect-and-lead): Civil Air Patrol Capt. and U.S. Air National Guard Tech. Sgt. Angel Figueroa has lived a life of service ... an example for his CAP cadets to follow. - [Meet Civil Air Patrol's 500th Pilot Graduate from Cadet Wings!](https://www.cap.news/p/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](https://www.cap.news/p/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 Names Christopher Plamp as Chief Operating Officer](https://www.cap.news/p/civil-air-patrol-names-christopher-plamp-as-chief-operating-officer): Civil Air Patrol welcomes proven nonprofit and aviation leader Christopher Plamp as COO to strengthen operational excellence nationwide. - [Civil Air Patrol NCO Advisor Reflects on America's 250th Birthday](https://www.cap.news/p/civil-air-patrol-nco-advisor-reflects-on-america-s-250th-birthday): Retired U.S. Army Sgt. Maj. Bill Jackson and CAP Senior Master Sgt. Bill Jackson has spent a lifetime committed to service, leadership, and sacrifice. - [Bestselling Author: A Privilege to Tell Civil Air Patrol's World War II Story](https://www.cap.news/p/bestselling-author-a-privilege-to-tell-civil-air-patrol-s-world-war-ii-story): Sara Vladic's new book recounts civilian efforts to protect America's home front during the war. - [Civil Air Patrol Board of Governors Advances Mission Through Strong, Collaborative Governance](https://www.cap.news/p/civil-air-patrol-board-of-governors-advances-mission-through-strong-collaborative-governance): Civil Air Patrol’s Board of Governors convened to strengthen governance, drive strategic priorities, and reinforce mission impact through partnership, oversight, and innovation. - [Decorated Army Career Gives Small-Town Boy a Chance to See the World](https://www.cap.news/p/decorated-army-career-gives-small-town-boy-a-chance-to-see-the-world): Lt. Col. Jason Smallfield carries it forward by "planting seeds" in the lives of Civil Air Patrol cadets in Missouri. - [Civil Air Patrol Nears 500-Pilot Milestone with Boost from the Ray Foundation](https://www.cap.news/p/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. - [One of America's Best Attorneys: Oregon Wing's Thomas Flaherty Sr.](https://www.cap.news/p/one-of-america-s-best-attorneys-oregon-wing-s-thomas-flaherty-sr): Civil Air Patrol lieutenant colonel called "an influential and credible advocate, leaving a lasting mark on the legal profession." - [Stewart Assumes Command of CAP-USAF at Maxwell AFB](https://www.cap.news/p/stewart-assumes-command-of-cap-usaf-at-maxwell-afb): As the new Civil Air Patrol-U.S. Air Force (CAP-USAF) commander, Col. Andrew J. Stewart plays a vital role in the Air Force auxiliary's Total Force mission. - [StellarXplorer Team's Top 3 Finish Completes Successful Civil Air Patrol Space/Cyber Season](https://www.cap.news/p/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](https://www.cap.news/p/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. - [They Come from All Walks of Life, the Seasoned Members of Civil Air Patrol's Board of Governors](https://www.cap.news/p/they-come-from-all-walks-of-life-the-seasoned-members-of-civil-air-patrol-s-board-of-governors): A mix of Air Force leaders, CAP members, and outside professionals helps align the organization’s volunteer service with the future needs of the communities it serves.