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Can you fly for free in Civil Air Patrol?
Every CAP cadet under age 18 is eligible for five flights in a powered aircraft (usually a single-engine Cessna), five flights in a glider aircraft, and an unlimited number of backseat flights when conditions allow. Orientation flights are always free to cadets.
Does the Civil Air Patrol get paid?
No, you are a volunteer member of Civil Air Patrol. All activities you do are donations of your time and expertise to help your country and community.
Is the Civil Air Patrol part of the military?
CAP membership does not equate to membership in the military. CAP is a private, non-profit humanitarian organization, which is the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force.
Does Civil Air Patrol provide flight training?
CAP does not normally provide primary flight training for members. That said, we do have a lot of members who are also Certified Flight Instructors and often willing to provide training to members at reduced rates.
How much does it cost to be in the Civil Air Patrol?
CIVIL AIR PATROL FAQ. Q: How much does it cost to join CAP? A: The initial cost is $67.00 (2 checks- $35 & $32 made payable to Civil Air Patrol). Thereafter there are annual NY Wing dues of $32 and LI Group dues of $15.
Is there an age limit for Civil Air Patrol?
Adult members must be at least 18 years old. There is no maximum age limit to join or remain as an adult member.
What are the requirements to join the Civil Air Patrol?
Checklist (Initial Requirements)
- Be a current, active CAP member at least 17 years of age.
- Possess a valid FAA private, commercial, or airline transport pilot certificate.
- Possess a valid FAA Basic Medical, FAA Class III, or higher medical certificate (not required for gliders)
Is Civil Air Patrol hard?
“Sometimes folks think you have to have lots of hours and it’s really tough to get into,” he said. “It’s really not.” Pilots need about 200 hours PIC to be able to start flying missions “beyond just transportation stuff,” he reports. Once involved in CAP, the volunteer pilots are encouraged to continue their training.
How old are civil patrol cadets?
least 12 years old
Youth members must be at least 12 years old and not yet 19 years old. Special school squadrons accept cadets under the age of 12 as long as they are in the sixth grade.
Does Civil Air Patrol have jets?
Operates one of the largest fleets of single-engine piston aircraft in the world, with 560 planes currently available. Flew a record 35,664 orientation flights for CAP cadets, as well as Air Force ROTC and Junior ROTC cadets. Consists of 1,442 squadrons and over 66,165 volunteer youth and adult members nationwide.