August 4th is a day I shall remember for a long time. For the first time ever, I flew in a very small plane. It was a Cessna, a plane used by the Civil Air Patrol. It was a beautiful day to be out and about and aloft. Our flight included flying over four of the smaller or reliever airports in the Metro area. The pilot, Lt. Colonel Kevin Dunlevy did a great job of providing an incredibly smooth ride. Since this was my first time in a small plane, I wasn’t quite sure that was possible.
I am a legislative member of the Civil Air Patrol and after the flight I attended the monthly Wing meeting in the Terminal at Fleming Field.
The CAP Mission Statement is “Supporting America’s communities with emergency response, diverse aviation and ground services, youth development, and promotion of air, space and cyber power.”
This is a volunteer organization that operates as the United States Air Force Auxiliary. Membership is open to those 12 years and up.
This organization has a long history of providing service to our communities and we are very fortunate to have so many people committed to making sure that the legacy continues.
Checking the tail assembly (“Empannage”)
Checking the flaps
Checking the engine
New Picture
Preparing to taxi