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Monthly e-newsletter of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air Patrol
Lt. Col. Ken Ramage, Squadron Commander
Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix, Arizona 2005 National Squadron of Distinction Celebrating 50 years of service in 2007

Vol. 1, No. 4 December 2006

CAPs 65th anniversary is Dec. 1

Squadron to observe 50th in 07
Friday, Dec. 1, is a day of special significance for the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and its more than 60,000 members the 65th anniversary of the founding of what was to become the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. After its establishment in 1941 just six days prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor CAP aircraft flew move than a halfmillion hours during World War II and rescued hundreds of crash victims. CAP pilots also attacked in excess of 50 enemy submarines and sank two of those vessels. In fact, a German naval commander later confirmed U-boats were withdrawn from U.S. coastal waters because "...of those damned little red-andyellow planes!" CAP became the official U.S. Air Force civilian auxiliary on (Continued on page 2)

A Civil Air Patrol aircraft is depicted attacking a German U-boat during World War II.

Party-ticket sales end Dec. 2

Officers and Cadet parents have only until Saturday, Dec. 2, to obtain tickets for the Deer Valley Composite Squadron Christmas/holiday party from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 13, at Phoenix Elks Lodge No. 335, located at 14442 N. 32nd St. Tickets are $22 per person. For details, contact Lt. Paula Ramage at kcramage@cox.net. Performing Missions For America

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Burger Burn among Cadet events Cadets awarded promotions Getting to know: Capt. Bill Sander 6 members complete SLS or CLC Remember squadron in year-end giving Safety first: Radio-reporting form Proficiency, flight hours needed 3 3 4 5 5 6 7

See December-February Quarterly Training Schedule (QTS) for upcoming events

Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant)

 CAP founding 65 years ago is noted

(Continued from page 1) May 26, 1948. Today, CAP no longer engages in combat operations but still serves America in times of need under the guidance of its motto: Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant). The organizations three primary missions are: Emergency Operations Includes search-and-rescue and disaster-relief missions as well as Homeland Security operations. The organization conducts up to 95 percent of all inland search-and-rescue mission in the United States. Cadet Program Teaches young men and women teamwork, moral leadership, aerospace education, technical skills, and military history. Aerospace Education Educates Cadets and the general public about aviation and aerospace principles. Officers and Cadets as well as the community can take pride in the CAPs many accomplishments. Congratulations on your involvement in this volunteer organization. In addition, members of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 eagerly can look forward to another observance of note May 20, 2007 the 50th anniversary of the squadrons founding. Anyone who knows the whereabouts of former squadron members is encouraged to provide any contact information to Lt. Paula Ramage at kcramage@cox.net so those individuals can be invited to celebratory events. Watch future issues of Full Throttle for details of the upcoming Golden Anniversary celebration of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302.

Full Throttle
Full Throttle is the monthly e-newsletter for CAP Officers, Cadets and friends of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air Patrol. Its mission is to bolster communication with and among CAP Officers and Cadets, enhance awareness of squadron activities, and share news and information about the squadron and its personnel. Story suggestions and submissions can be forwarded by the 15th of the month preceding publication to Lt. Jerry Porter, Squadron Public Affairs Officer, at civilairpatrolsq302pao@cox.net. To guarantee receipt of the newsletter, readers should ensure their e-mail addresses and other contact information remain current with the squadron and on e-services at www.capnhg.gov. Vol. 1, No. 4 December 2006

MAY YOUR HOLIDAYS BE FILLED WITH LOVE, PEACE, FAMILY AND FRIENDS!
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Cadet Notes

Burger Burn among upcoming events

Commander for Cadets, at cyoungdcc302sqd@netzero.net. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Cadets are reminded to sign up during Monday meetings for upcoming orientations flights.

Cadets are awarded grade advancements

Cadets of Deer Valley Composite Squadron will be celebrating the holidays and accomplishments of the past year with a Burger Burn from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8, at the home of Cadet parent Michelle Branch, 39209 N. Second Place, Desert Hills. Take I-17 north to Carefree Highway, go east on Carefree Highway to North Seventh Street and turn north to Desert Hills Drive. Turn west on Desert Hills Drive to North Second Place and turn south. The Branch home is the third house on the left. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ There will be no cadet meetings on Mondays, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1, because of the holidays. Regular meetings will be conducted on Mondays, Dec. 4, 11 and 18, and resume for 2007 on Monday, Jan. 8. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Cadets, Officers and parents are encouraged to invite young people 12 to 21 who might be interested in Civil Air Patrol membership to Cadet Orientation that begins at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 4, at squadron headquarters. A new orientation period begins on the first Monday night of each month and continues for six weeks to eight weeks. Requests for additional information can be directed to Capt. Casey Young, Deputy Full Throttle Congratulations to these Cadets from Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 whose studies and perseverance have earned them promotions to the following grades: To Cadet Chief Master Sergeant and Squadron First Sergeant: Jessica Bayne To Cadet Senior Master Sergeant: Trevor Kuntz To Cadet Technical Sergeant: Jeremy Elders, Aaron Masengale and Ben Ferson To Cadet Staff Sergeant: Benjamin Leon To Senior Airman: Clifford Branch III and Garrett Eaves To Airman: John Houck

Study Test Promote

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Getting to know

Aircraft Maintenance Officer dropped in to see what Civil Air Patrol was all about
Ensuring the airworthiness of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302s airplane is the responsibility of Capt. Bill Sander, Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Officer. Following are questions and answers to acquaint Officers and Cadets with this highly qualified staff officer: Q: What led to you join the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) and when?
Capt. Sander: I started looking for a volunteer organization

where I could use my flying skills for the benefit of others. For many years, I was aware of the CAP building at Deer Valley Airport and finally dropped in to see what it was all about. I joined sometime in the mid-1990s, I think. Q: What do your duties involve? Capt. Sander: As Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Officer, I Capt. Bill Sander am responsible for compiling a list of problems with the airplane and ensuring those problems are resolved by scheduling the airplane for maintenance at an FBO (fixed base operator), such as Atlantic Aviation here at Deer Valley Airport. If necessary, the maintenance officer will perform a test flight to ensure the work was done correctly. I also am one of Squadron 302's three check pilots - the other two are Capts. Bill Rogers and Attila Szokol. We administer the annual Form 5 and bi-annual Form 91 check rides that CAP requires. These check rides are an opportunity for our pilots to strut their stuff. It also is a pretty good learning experience for our check pilots (grin). Q: In what other positions have you served the squadron? Capt. Sander: Squadron Operations Officer. Q: How long have you been a pilot, and what are your flight qualifications? Capt. Sander: I started flying when I was in high school which was some 48 years ago and through the years have accumulated approximately 6,700 hours as well as 25,000 takeoffs and landings, which thankfully are evenly divided! I have a commercial pilot license with instrument and single and multiengine ratings. I also am a flight instructor. Q: What is the most memorable mission you have flown as a CAP member? Are there any other experiences of note? Capt. Sander: Thats a tough question because most of the missions have been interesting. Aside from the searchand-rescue missions, I would have to say the F16 intercept missions (in which the squad(Continued on page 5) Full Throttle December 2006 Page 4

6 members complete Wings SLS or CLC

Congratulations are extended to six members of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 who completed either Level II Squadron Leadership School (SLS) or the Level III Corporate Learning Course (CLC) during two days of weekend training offered in early November by the Arizona Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP). Completing SLS were squadron members Capts. Casey Young and Ken Young and 2/Lts. Darryl Duncan and Lee Fala. SLS is a requirement for the Certificate of Proficiency and provides CAPs adult members with a basic understanding of CAP operations at the squadron level and how those operations affect CAP's national missions. Additionally, members learn more about CAP customs, core values and communications. Case studies, discussion and group assignments are integral facets of the SLS. Squadron members completing the CLC were Capt. Maurice Dejonekheere and 1/Lt. Bob Ure. CLC discusses squadronWing relationships and how Wing-level operations help to accomplish CAP's three missions of aerospace education, emergency services and cadet programs.

Fun-loving group keeps Sander involved

(Continued from page 4) rons plane is intercepted as part of a training exercise for U.S. Air Force fighter pilots) have been the most exciting. Q: What keeps you interested and involved as a CAP member? Capt. Sander: Squadron 302 in particular has a dedicated and fun-loving group of individuals who are trying to make a difference. I enjoy working with them. Q: What, if any, military experience do you have? Capt. Sander: I served in the U.S. Navy for four years, three of which were spent aboard a destroyer based on the West Coast. Q: What is your current occupation? Please describe your career. Capt. Sander: I retired five years ago after a 36-year career in the field of technical publications with a major avionics manufacturer. Q: What are your hobbies? Capt. Sander: Ham radio, computer programming and power naps! Full Throttle

Remember Squadron 302 in your year-end giving

As 2006 draws to a close, Civil Air Patrol (CAP) members, parents, grandparents and friends have the opportunity to support Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 with year-end charitable contributions that can reap benefits during Aprils tax season. Because CAP is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, charitable gifts and CAP-related expenses such as dues and mileage to and from meeting and activities qualify as tax deductions to the extent allowed by law. Please make checks for contributions payable to CAP Squadron 302 and note the purpose appropriately. Checks can be dropped off at squadron meetings or mailed to Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, 932 W. Deer Valley Road, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Your support of the squadron now and throughout the year is appreciated. Page 5

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Safety first

Reporting form benefits communication

Editors Note: Following is the second of several articles to be included in upcoming issues of Full Throttle discussing useful forms and other references for operational use by new and experienced flight crews. by Maj. Tim Beckwith Squadron Safety Officer Shown on page 8 is the Required Reporting form for radio communications when flying on missions. Here are several comments on the need and background for this valuable form, including why it is important: The normal practice on both training and government-authorized missions is to track critical times and events of each flight (sortie). The primary purpose is SAFETY so the Incident Commander and his or her staff can track and account for you and your crew. Search efforts will follow failed reporting times. Procedures require this radio-communications structure but also involve the use of automated, real-time, FM (radio) packet flight following of your aircrafts flight track over the ground via GPS signals. The use of this information is important to be able to critique your flight to see where you actually were as compared to where you thought you were if there is a difference. This is used in training so when the real thing happens, we are better able to do our job correctly. Our flights have a lesser margin for safety than normal flying, so extra precautions are needed for all facets of our operation. This applies to the required structure and procedures to assure a professional, meaningful and safe flight every time. Thats why we constantly practice and train. Full Throttle
This applies to missions for search and

Think Safety

rescue (SAR), counter drug (CD) and other U.S. Air Force-tasked operations such as low-level route checks, find the parts flights on gunnery ranges, transport missions, etc. Also included are stateassigned missions and Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) flights. Communication by radio is fairly simple but does require learning the basics and practicing. Listening to radio traffic on a monitor or at mission base if not crowded is helpful, but the best way is to take the Civil air Patrol (CAP) communicators training and then fly and operate the radios. You can do this without first taking the communicators course because the mission pilot or another qualified crew member can oversee your use of the CAP radio. However, the actual training courses will provide better understanding of the radio-communication process if you take the courses first. When communicating during a sortie, always check with your pilot before you use the radio. It is mandatory you do this because the pilot might be using the regular airplane radio to talk to or be listening for Air Traffic Control (ATC) radio communications. (The FAA radios always are more critical and take precedence over concurrent use of the CAP radios.) This is critical to flight safety youll learn through experience when this is more likely, such as when approaching an airport to land or when taking off. Yet, the pilot often is listening and talking not only within five miles of the airport but also further out from the airport in order to (Continued on page 7) Page 6

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Emphasis needed pilot proficiency, flight hours

Pilots for Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 are requested to place special emphasis on building their proficiency time as well as logging actual flight time during December on the squadrons Cessna 182 airplane. Monthly targets are 17 hours of actual flight time to build toward the 200-hour annual requirement and 10 hours each month of actual pilot-proficiency hours.
Through Nov. 25, a total of nine hours of

actual flight time was logged for the month and 37.9 hours for the OctoberDecember quarter. A total of 13.1 hours will be needed during the month of December to meet quarterly requirements. Actual pilot-proficiency hours through Oct. 25 totaled 4.4 hours compared to the monthly target of 10 hours. To meet the quarterly objective, 16 hours of proficiency flight will be needed in December.

Form notes four phases of flight when communication is required

(Continued from page 6) keep track of his situational awareness regarding other airplanes to see and avoid and to comply with ATC instructions. This also happens when flying in other more congested areas such as over or around Sky Harbor or Tucson International airports. Using the sterile cockpit rule helps only talk if needed for search business and helping point out locations of other airplane traffic. Just be aware you must check with the pilot before using any aircraft radios. Note the four phases of the sortie that require communications take off, entering the search grid or area, time departing the grid and landing time at your destination. Note each phase except the last requires you to estimate the time your plan will put you at your next reporting time. If you do not call in when expected, you will receive the full attention of the Mission Base staff because you will be considered overdue. This can shut down or divert other aircraft from their assigned flights. Therefore, if youll be five minutes or more past your expected time, you must call and advise Mission Base. The best time to do this is 15 minutes or more before the reporting time so your flight plan at Mission Base can be updated. When you fly on missions, youll learn to appreciate the large amount of radio traffic. Because of this, we need to keep the radio transmissions to the minimum required. Use of radio phraseology is important. Practice will help you to manage this, but never let the process interfere with the purpose of using the radio to communicate. If you are unsure or confused, just relax and use plain old English. Hopefully, this will be during training exercises. Thats why we practice. Full Throttle December 2006 Page 7

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To The Colors
Members of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302s Cadet Color Guard presented the colors on Veterans Day at Palmcroft Baptist Churchs Auto Extravaganza. Shown from left are C/TSgts. Ben Ferson, Juan Avalos and Jeremy Elders and C/SrA Clifford Branch III. (Photo courtesy of Michelle Branch.)

Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302

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Celebrating 50 years of service in 2007

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And YOU are part of its legacy!

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