About Civil Air Patrol
Civil Air Patrol is the Auxiliary of the United States Air Force. Founded on December 1, 1941, we are an all-volunteer force comprised of people from every background and of all ages. Our three main missions, given to us by our U.S. Congressional charter, are Emergency Services, Cadet Programs, and Aerospace Education. We perform essential Search and Rescue functions for missing aircraft, aircraft emergency beacons, disaster relief, aerial reconnaissance, and more. In addition, our Cadet Program aids youths from 12-18 years of age learn and experience some of the best opportunities available! These opportunities include extensive leadership training, scholarships, national activities such as flight academy, international exchanges, search and rescue schools, music academy, and more. We 
also aim to educate the public on matters of aerospace and aviation. You don't need to be a pilot or a military retiree to join. Our membership is open to all U.S. citizens from age 12 on upward. Our members wear the United States Air Force uniforms with our distinctive CAP insignia, and carry out missions essential to our civil defense and safety. There is room for people from all walks of life with all sorts of interest, from professionals in medical or law fields to those with interest in radio communication, public affairs, education, and more. Membership benefits include eligibility for academic and flight scholarships, free training and education, expenses-paid travel abroad, automatic promotion to E-3 upon enlisting in the U.S. Air Force, the opportunity to learn to pilot an aircraft, invaluable leadership skills, resume building, and more. 
Civil Air Patrol is one of the nations best kept secrets. With opportunities in so many areas of interest, CAP can be an incredibly rewarding experience. For more information on the numerous other membership benefits, more functions of Civil Air Patrol, where to locate a squadron nearest you, how to join, and more see http://www.cap.gov. If you want to look into joining the DANG Cadet Squadron, please visit us.