Cadet Program

We develop the minds of young people from sixth grade until they have reached their 21 birthday. More than 23,000 cadets are members of the Civil Air Patrol. 6 to 10 percent of whom become members of the Air Force Academy, others choose different military or civilian careers all of which may receive credit for being in the Civil Air Patrol.

Thousands of young people have their first orientation flights through the cadet program, and hundreds have soloed in gliders and powered aircraft. Tens of thousands have attended CAP encampments throughout the nation. At a national encampment, CAP cadets gather from throughout the nation. They may learn techniques for search and rescue and disaster relief. They may sample possible career choices by studying with a university engineering or technology department. They may learn teamwork and leadership through competitions in problem-solving and physical endurance.

Cadets can enjoy overseas travel through the International Air Cadet Exchange, and CAP families can welcome foreign exchange students into their homes here in the states.

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