Nebraska Wing's 155th Composite Squadron's recent Character Development class focused on a crucial skill for personal and professional growth; giving and receiving feedback. They explored the “Feedback Sandwich” method, emphasizing the importance of balancing praise and constructive critique. It’s not just about pointing out what needs improvement, it’s about creating...
Missouri Wing's Lake Ozark Regional Composite Squadron was able to participate in the final NASA Aviation Weather Mission on July 12th, 2025. They had total cloud cover for the first half of the mission so they participated in the Tree Calibration Calculations. Cadets used a sextant and trigonometry to help calibrate...
South Dakota Wing's Lincoln County Composite Squadron's C/2nd Lt. Lillian Williams was recognized as the 2025 VFW Cadet Officer of the Year for South Dakota! From the SDWG Skychaser newsletter: "C/2d Lt. Lillian Williams has displayed exceptional leadership as a new cadet officer in the Lincoln County Composite Squadron (LCCS). She has actively...
Minnesota Wing conducted a jam-packed day of sUAS training recently at Camp Craig. Col. Mike Beason from South Dakota Wing and NESA instructor was gracious enough to train members on the Wingtra GEN II and the Skydio x10D. Many members completed their CAPF5U on both. (Photo credit: Lt. Col. Tom Fitzhenry)
"Sixty-six members from three North Central Region wings — Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska — made a visit to Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, encountering not only glimpses of World War II history but also the rare opportunity to witness the fini flight of the retiring 509th Bomb Wing commander, who’s...
Missouri Wing and North Central Region are saddened to announce the passing of Lt. Col. Troy Campbell, former NCR Deputy Chief of Staff for Emergency Services and MOWG Vice Commander, on June 23, 2025, at the age of 70. Lt. Col. Campbell was a Cyber Threat Intelligence Program Architect for the...
July 17, 2025, marked the official kickoff and introduction of the newly reformed Aberdeen Composite Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) in Aberdeen, South Dakota. The event was attended by members of the new squadron, South Dakota Wing leadership, and visiting senior members and cadets from neighboring units.
Upcoming Duty Position Opening North Central Region is soliciting applications for the position of Deputy Chief of Staff/Cadet Programs. The position will be available on or about 1 Oct 2025. Basic Requirements: Grade of Major or above Minimum of Senior rating in Cadet Programs (Master desired) Recent active experience in...
Nebraska Wing is saddened to announce the passing of Lt. Col. Kenneth Frank, a 29-year veteran of the Civil Air Patrol and the Nebraska Wing (NEWG). Lt. Col. Frank joined CAP in August of 1989 and faithfully served until his retirement in 2018. Throughout his distinguished career, Lt. Col. Frank...
Minnesota Wing and North Central Region is saddened to announce the sudden passing of Lt. Col. Charlotte Miller, beloved wife of Col. Stephen Miller (Minnesota Wing Commander from 2004 to 2008), on July 3, 2025, at the age of 73. Lt. Col. Miller served as commander of the Valley Squadron,...