Civil Air Patrol Georgia Wing

Civil Air Patrol Georgia Wing Volunteers serving America’s communities, saving lives, and shaping futures. Established in 1941, Civil Air Patrol is the official auxiliary of the U.S.

Air Force and as such is a member of its Total Force. In its auxiliary role, CAP operates a fleet of 555 single-engine aircraft and 2,250 small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) and performs about 90% of all search and rescue operations within the contiguous United States as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center. Often using innovative cellphone forensics and radar analysis software, C

AP was credited by the AFRCC with saving 108 lives last year. CAP’s 56,000 members also perform homeland security, disaster relief and drug interdiction missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. As a nonprofit organization, CAP plays a leading role in aerospace education using national academic standards-based STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education resources. Members also serve as mentors to over 23,000 young people participating in CAP’s Cadet Programs. Visit www.CAP.News or www.GoCivilAirPatrol.com for more information.

✨ Georgia Wing Members — Save The Date ✨The Georgia Wing Annual Conference is officially on the calendar! October 9–11, ...
07/09/2026

✨ Georgia Wing Members — Save The Date ✨

The Georgia Wing Annual Conference is officially on the calendar!

October 9–11, 2026
Crowne Plaza Atlanta
Peachtree City, GA

Join us for a weekend of learning, connection, celebration, and all things Civil Air Patrol. From professional development to inspiring speakers, this is our biggest gathering of the year — and we can’t wait to see you there!

Hotel details will be announced soon and all current and updated information will be posted on the Georgia Wing Website.
https://gawg.cap.gov/about/calendar/2026-georgia-wing-conference

🇺🇸 Georgia Wing Announcement 🇺🇸We are honored to announce Lt. Col. Adam Davidson as the next Wing Commander of Georgia W...
07/08/2026

🇺🇸 Georgia Wing Announcement 🇺🇸

We are honored to announce Lt. Col. Adam Davidson as the next Wing Commander of Georgia Wing, Civil Air Patrol! ✈️⭐

Lt. Col. Davidson, our current Chief of Staff, has served faithfully since 2011 in roles including Deputy Commander of Seniors, Commander of Gwinnett County Composite Squadron, and Group II Commander. He’s a Southeast Region Staff College graduate and holds emergency services qualifications as both aircrew and ground team.

A proud Norcross High alum, Davidson served six years in the U.S. Navy as an avionics technician on the E‑2C Hawkeye, completing four deployments—including Operation Desert Shield/Storm—with Carrier Air Wing 17 aboard USS Saratoga (CV‑60). ⚓ His decorations include the Naval Unit Citation, Battle “E,” Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, multiple Southwest Asia Campaign and Sea Service medals, and two Liberation of Kuwait medals. 🎖️

After his Navy career, he continued in electronics and now serves as Director of Operations at Quantex Industries in Lawrenceville. He and his wife, Kim, live there with their children, Lauren and Christian. 💙

Lt. Col. Davidson has earned numerous CAP honors, including Georgia Wing Senior Member of the Year (2022), two Professional Development Officer of the Year awards, the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award, a Meritorious Service Award, multiple Commander’s Commendations, Achievement Awards, Unit Citations, Red Service awards, and the Community Service Award. 🏅

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Col. Michael Willis for his exceptional leadership and devoted service as Wing Commander. His professionalism, mentorship, and steady guidance have strengthened Georgia Wing and enriched every member he has led. ✨

07/04/2026
✨ Encampment • Day 6 — Final Day! 🎖️🔥It’s the final day of Encampment, and the entire campus is buzzing with emotion. Th...
06/20/2026

✨ Encampment • Day 6 — Final Day! 🎖️🔥

It’s the final day of Encampment, and the entire campus is buzzing with emotion. This morning, our cadets hit the PT field and powered through the obstacle course 💪, then moved straight into their second graduation rehearsal 🎓.

It has been a long, demanding week—every day packed with challenges, learning, and growth. We’ve filled their minds with new knowledge, strengthened their life skills with real‑world wisdom, and watched their hearts open to new friendships that will last far beyond this week ❤️🤝.

Tonight, we celebrate everything they’ve accomplished. We can’t wait to see everyone at graduation and honor the incredible effort these cadets have put in! 🌟🇺🇸
https://gawg.cap.gov/programs/cadet-program/encampment/encampment-graduation

✨ Encampment Day 5 ✨Our cadets wrapped up a packed day full of learning, teamwork and growth. With encampment nearing it...
06/20/2026

✨ Encampment Day 5 ✨

Our cadets wrapped up a packed day full of learning, teamwork and growth. With encampment nearing its end, they finally had the chance to begin celebrating their success 🎉

Tonight’s banquet was a welcome change of pace — a chance to laugh, relax and enjoy a meal with the new friends they’ve made this week 🤝💙

📘 The blog has been updated!
https://gawg.cap.gov/news

📸 More photos have been added to our SmugMug gallery and we will continue adding more tomorrow and throughout the week after encampment. Keep checking back for new memories.
https://photos.cap.gov/SoutheastRegion/Georgia-Wing/Encampment/2026-Summer

Proud of every cadet. Fired up for graduation day tomorrow.

Check the Georgia Wing website for details on graduation.🔥💪
https://gawg.cap.gov/programs/cadet-program/encampment/encampment-graduation

Encampment Day 5We’re entering the final days of this year’s summer encampment, and the impact is already shining throug...
06/19/2026

Encampment Day 5

We’re entering the final days of this year’s summer encampment, and the impact is already shining through. Cadets are building connections that last, friendships that matter, and memories they’ll carry far beyond this week. They’re gaining skills, confidence, and experiences that will stay in their life’s toolbox for years to come.

🎓 Graduation details can be found here 🎓✨
https://gawg.cap.gov/programs/cadet-program/encampment/encampment-graduation

👀 Read our daily Blog here, Day 4 is coming soon!
https://gawg.cap.gov/news

We’ve added a fresh batch of photos 📸 to the GAWG SmugMug galleries—take a look. As we prep for tonight’s banquet and tomorrow’s graduation, we’ll be out of the office, so thank you for your patience while we get everything ready.
https://photos.cap.gov/SoutheastRegion/Georgia-Wing/Encampment/2026-Summer

🌧️ Encampment Weather Update 🌧️We’re closely monitoring the shifting weather conditions, and every precaution is being t...
06/18/2026

🌧️ Encampment Weather Update 🌧️

We’re closely monitoring the shifting weather conditions, and every precaution is being taken to protect the safety and well‑being of all encampment participants. Our teams are prepared, responsive, and ready to act as conditions evolve.

We will continue to monitor for severe weather for the duration of this activity, and will respond accordingly.

Safety remains our top priority 💛🛡️

🎉 Encampment Hat Colors ... each color represents a different flightSquadron 1A Flight - Athletic GoldB Flight - Carolin...
06/18/2026

🎉 Encampment Hat Colors ... each color represents a different flight

Squadron 1
A Flight - Athletic Gold
B Flight - Carolina Blue
C Flight - Kelly Green

Squadron 2
D Flight - Orange
E Flight - Navy Blue
F Flight - Lime Green

Squadron 3
G Flight - Purple
H Flight - Olive Drab Green
I Flight - Neon Yellow

📸 Flight photos update! All flight photos have been captured and are currently being edited. Once finalized, they’ll be uploaded to the Georgia Wing SmugMug gallery for everyone to view and download.

https://photos.cap.gov/SoutheastRegion/Georgia-Wing/Encampment/2026-Summer

Thank you all for your patience as we work through schedule changes — they’re looking sharp and worth the wait.

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800-A Dobbins Patrol Road, Hangar 5
Marietta, GA
30069

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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