Civil Air Patrol

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

This  , we honor the fallen heroes who sacrificed everything for our nation.We honor their legacies through remembrance ...
05/25/2026

This , we honor the fallen heroes who sacrificed everything for our nation.

We honor their legacies through remembrance and continued service to our communities, our nation, and the next generation of leaders.

Their stories did not end in silence.

We invite you to remember with us. Tell us about a loved one you honor today.

🫡 On  , we salute those who choose service above self. Your dedication inspires the next generation of leaders. Thank yo...
05/16/2026

🫡 On , we salute those who choose service above self. Your dedication inspires the next generation of leaders. Thank you for strengthening our communities!💪

DRONES FOR EVERYONE! 🛸 Check out our Civil Air Patrol cadets working with younger students to spread the joy of Aerospac...
05/13/2026

DRONES FOR EVERYONE! 🛸 Check out our Civil Air Patrol cadets working with younger students to spread the joy of Aerospace Education! It's one of the things we do around here! By mentoring younger students, CAP cadets help build a future workforce of technology driven innovators.

Cadets learn, teach AND inspire STEM nationwide!

Mothers! You are shaping the future every day. Thank you, ALL! Cheers to the mothers supporting cadets, the member mothe...
05/10/2026

Mothers! You are shaping the future every day. Thank you, ALL! Cheers to the mothers supporting cadets, the member mothers, and the mothers who strive for an ever better future. Happy Mother’s Day from Civil Air Patrol!

In the wake of the March 2026 Kona Low storm, Civil Air Patrol Hawai'i Wing and national geospatial team stepped up to p...
05/06/2026

In the wake of the March 2026 Kona Low storm, Civil Air Patrol Hawai'i Wing and national geospatial team stepped up to provide crucial flood and storm damage assessment information to FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency. Through aerial reconnaissance and imaging missions, CAP delivered vital data for infrastructure evaluation and recovery prioritization across the islands.

Learn more about how CAP is making a difference on the ground and in the air:

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

This  , we are looking up and investing forward.Civil Air Patrol is proud to partner with NASA - National Aeronautics an...
04/22/2026

This , we are looking up and investing forward.

Civil Air Patrol is proud to partner with NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration through a new Space Act Agreement expanding hands-on STEM opportunities for more than 34,000 cadets and 35,000 adult members nationwide.

CAP members are building real world skills, curiosity and confidence through citizen science projects.

Together, CAP and NASA are helping prepare the next generation of aerospace leaders while strengthening STEM education in local communities across the country.

Read the full story here:

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

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and at Civil Air Patrol, cadet safety is a year‑round priority. From mandatory yo...
04/02/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and at Civil Air Patrol, cadet safety is a year‑round priority. From mandatory youth protection training to clear reporting pathways and zero tolerance for abuse, CAP is committed to providing a safe, respectful environment where cadets can learn and lead with confidence. Protecting our cadets is fundamental to our mission and reinforced by our values.

Learn more about how CAP keeps cadets safe at https://cadetsafety.com

Col. Reid is a rock star. Plane and simple. 🎸
03/21/2026

Col. Reid is a rock star. Plane and simple. 🎸

At the Pentagon, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force Richard L. Anderson honored a father and daughter team from Civil ...
03/13/2026

At the Pentagon, Assistant Secretary of the Air Force Richard L. Anderson honored a father and daughter team from Civil Air Patrol for their exceptional leadership and achievement in aerospace education.

Learn more about the awards and why Lt. Col. Antonio J. Barroso and Cadet Captain Isabela V. Barroso were selected to recieve them 👉 https://www.cap.news/p/assistant-secretary-of-the-air-force-recognizes-civil-air-patrol-father-and-daughter-at-pentagon-cer

Civil Air Patrol is a national nonprofit and the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, providing youth development, emergency response support, and hands-on aviation experience nationwide.

Their recognition highlights how volunteer service and skills development open doors for individuals and strengthen communities. This is the sort of work happening day and and day out in Civil Air Patrol

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105 S. Hansell Street
Montgomery, AL
36112

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Monday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

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