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Chain of Command
From The Commander:

Canandaigua Composite Squadron

New York Wing, Civil Air Patrol Canandaigua, New York
Volume 3 Issue 1, January 2002

Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask

Civil Air Patrol Chain of Command

We have managed to pass through to another new year. Looking back, I see that we as a Squadron have crossed many milestones in squadron growth as well as in promotions of cadets and senior members. There have been many milestones set before us, and if we continue to cross them as we have in the past, we will be on the road to success. This past year the Emergency Services has made several changes and we crossed the first hurtle with ease. The hard part is right in front of us, and we are going to have to pull together and stay strong, for we have a lot of training ahead of us. The training weekends are going to be very important to everyone in the squadron. I am asking that each and every one set the training weekend aside, so we may get the training done and behind us. There have been some changes in the flight orientation program as well, and we need to get some of the flights for the cadets under way. I have just completed my Form-5 check-ride, which allows me to do the orientation flights. They are now going to be one hour per cadet up front and each cadet that is not 18 has five new rides to do. We will also be getting into the new glider flights as soon as I get more information on that. So as you can see we have a lot of work ahead of us, and we will be able to break that up with some flights. I only hope that you are as excited about this new year as I am. Let us not forget to take a moment to reflect on the past and not forget all that we lost on September 11, 2001. Some may choose to say a prayer, while others may give thanks for a loved one who survived. Whichever you may choose does not matter, but choose one, and take a moment. The year 2001 is now history, and one key part to our history is that we as a squadron made it through another year with no injuries. Please keep up the good work, and always remember SAFETY FIRST work later. Always remember that you control your SAFETY, not your commander. John E. Bradley III, Capt. CAP Commander

National Headquarters often receives questions about the "Chain of Command" from cadets and adults working with our cadets. There is a difference between Civil Air Patrol's organizational structure and Civil Air Patrol's Chain of Command. CAPR 20-1, Organization of Civil Air Patrol, describes the organizational structure of CAP. Because there is some confusion about Civil Air Patrol's Chain of Command, we have developed this web page (http://www.capnhq.gov/nhq/cp/chain.html). Cadets need to know that there are actually three Chain of Commands used in Civil Air Patrol: Air Force Chain of Command CAP Chain of Command Cadet Chain of Command Just as important, cadets need to know How the Chains Relate and Other Factors that influence the CAP Chain of Command, including the roles of the Wing Liaison Offices.

Air Force Chain of Command

See the Air Force Chain of Command web site for complete details. For CAP's purposes, here is the Air Force's Chain of Command, in order: President of the United States - (CINC or POTUS), The Honorable George W. Bush Secretary of Defense - (SecDef), The Honorable Donald Rumsfeld Secretary of the Air Force - (SAF/OS), Dr. James C. Roche Air Force Chief of Staff - (AF/CC), Gen John P. Jumper, USAF Air Education & Training Command Commander - (AETC/CC), Gen Donald G. Cook, USAF Air University Commander - (AU/CC), Lt Gen Donald A. Lamontagne, USAF CAP-USAF Commander - (CAP-USAF/CC), Col Al Allenback, USAF - (CAP-USAF/CV), Col Mark H. Richardson, III, USAF CAP-USAF Liaison Region Commanders CAP-USAF Wing Liaison Officers & NCOs

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CAP Chain of Command

See CAPR 20-1 for complete details. CAP is a volunteer organization that uses the Air Force organizational model. While the Air Force has a formal Chain of Command, CAP's Chain of Command presents unique challenges because the focus is on the volunteer service concept. By joining CAP, the members voluntarily agree to subscribe to the objectives and purposes of CAP and to comply with CAP's rules and regulations. Here is CAP's Chain of Command, in order: National Commander - (CAP/CC), Brig Gen Richard L. Bowling, CAP - (CAP/CV), Col Dwight H. Wheless, CAP Region Commander Wing Commander Group Commander (for those wings with groups) Squadron Commander Flight Commander (for those assigned to a parent unit - See CAPR 20-1.) - Your Cadet Commander should have the name of your Flight Commander. This is not the Cadet Flight Commander position.

inherent inaccuracies. The precise language is "insubordination." One is denying one's subordinate position when one goes over the boss' head. Although perhaps impolite, the boss that bypasses the subordinate commander is not at all insubordinate. If anything, that boss would be flaunting the superiority. CAPR 35-3, Membership Termination, provides the possible consequences of insubordination or "failure to obey rules, regulations, and orders of higher authority" (CAPR 35-3, 4.b.).

Other Factors
While not in the direct Chain of Command, there are other groups that influence policy that the Chain of Command follows. For CAP, these groups include the Board of Governors, the National Board, the National Executive Committee and the CAP National Headquarters. Effective 27 February 2001, Civil Air Patrol is governed by a Board of Governors (BoG), made up of four Air Force general officers, four CAP senior level officers and three senior level industry representatives. For details about the Board of Governors governance see the Federal Law that applies. For details about who is on the BOG see below. CAP is managed by the National Board and the National Executive Committee (NEC), both whom report to the Board of Governors. See the CAP Constitution & Bylaws for complete details. A listing of the National Executive Committee is below (the National Board is comprised of the NEC and all region and wing commanders). Finally, CAP's daily operations are maintained by Civil Air Patrol's National Headquarters under the leadership of the Executive Director, Robert L. Brooks, Col, CAP. The Executive Director is employed by the Board of Governors.

CAP Cadet Chain of Command

The Cadet staff should have the names of the cadets in the local CAP Cadet Chain of Command. See CAPR 20-1 for complete details. There is no requirement that a squadron place cadets in all of these positions. For example, the Squadron Commander may choose to only have a Cadet Flight Sergeant as the highest cadet position, especially if the squadron has no cadet officers. Squadron Commanders should fill the Cadet Element Leader positions first, then the Cadet Flight Sergeants positions, and so on, as the needs of the squadron dictate. The Cadet Commander reports to the Deputy Commander for Cadets (in a composite squadron) or the Squadron Commander. Here is the Cadet Chain of Command, in order: Cadet Commander Cadet Flight Commander(s) Cadet Flight Sergeant(s) Cadet Element Leader(s)

National Executive Committee

Duties of the National Executive Committee (NEC) are found in the CAP Constitution & Bylaws. The NEC members are: National Commander: Richard L. Bowling, Brig Gen, CAP Senior Air Force Advisor: Al Allenback, Col, USAF National Vice Commander: Dwight H. Wheless, Col, CAP National Chief of Staff: Larry D. Kauffman, Col, CAP National Finance Officer: Andrew E. Skiba, Col, CAP National Legal Officer: George P. Graves, Col, CAP National Controller: Joseph C. Meighan, Jr., Col, CAP Chief of Chaplain Service: James H. Melancon, Ch (Col), CAP [Non-voting] National Inspector General: Duddly L. Hargrove , Col, CAP [Non-voting] All eight CAP Region Commanders: - NER: Richard Greenhut, Col, CAP - MER: Robert Townsend, Col, CAP - GLR: William S. Charles, Col, CAP - SER: Antonio J. Pineda, Col, CAP - NCR: Sheila J. Waldorf, Col, CAP - SWR: Colin F. Fake, Col, CAP - RMR: Lynda Robinson, Col, CAP - PCR: Phillip S. Groshong, Col, CAP

How the Chains Relate

There is no direct link between the President of the United States and any of the CAP commanders or cadets. While CAP is the official auxiliary of the United States Air Force we are also a volunteer organization chartered by the United States Congress. There is no direct link between the Air Force Chain of Command and CAP's Chain of Command. However, the Civil Air Patrol's National Headquarters is also the home of CAPUSAF. The Air Force and CAP partner together in fulfilling their respective missions. Notice that Cadets are not part of the CAP Chain of Command. Cadets are not given command responsibility for the corporation. However, Cadets do follow a cadet Chain of Command structure under the authority of the Squadron Commander (see pages 20-21 of CAPR 20-1 for details about the cadet to senior member relationship). One common question that we receive concerns the consequences of "jumping" the CAP Chain of Command. "Jumping" the Chain of Command is a buzz phrase therefore, has

Wing Liaison Offices

With the reworking the Statement of Work (SOW), all Wing Liaison Officers (WG/LO) and Wing Liaison Non-

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Commissioned Officers (WG/LNCO) will soon be under the General Services (GS) schedule with the United States Air Force and given the titles "State Director" and "Assistant State Director." When this occurs, the State Directors and the Assistant State Directors will be in the Air Force Chain of Command. Until then, the wing liaison officers and NCOs are continuing to work as CAP corporate employees reporting to HQ CAP/EXA (Col Scott Hamilton, CAP). The current role of the wing liaison officers and NCOs is one of liaison and oversight.
Myths and Legends

4. Guide Right Myth: To avoid marching a flight through a big puddle, or some other obstruction, the flight commander commands, Guide Right and the flight swerves around the obstacle. Truth: The correct command is INCLINE TO THE RIGHT (LEFT). The command GUIDE RIGHT is an obscure command that is used when the flight commander and flight guide need to swap their locations in formation (Ref: CAP Drill & Ceremonies, 4-12d and 4-2e). 5. Element Leaders, Guides, and Guidon Bearers Truth: Cadets often confuse these positions. A general explanation is in order. Element leaders are in charge of the cadets in their element. They stand to the far right when in line formation, or in the front row in column formation. Each flight must have a guide. This cadet sets the direction and cadence for the march. The formation assembles off the guide, who is not an element leader. In line formation, he or she stands to the right of the 1st element leader, or in front of the 3rd element leader when in column formation. The guidon bearer technically is a squadron level position. She or he carries the squadron guidon and stands in front of the flights in formation, next to the squadron commander. In some settings like encampments, its practical to have each flights guide carry a guidon, but that individual is still known as the flight guide (Ref: CAP Drill & Ceremonies, 1-5, and 5-12, and fig. 5-2). ...CUSTOMS & COURTESIES... 6. Hitting the Wall Myth: If youre in a corridor, and an officer walks toward you, you have to hit the wall by placing your back and heels against the wall and standing at attention as the officer walks by. Truth: Cadets must stand when an officer enters the room, and traditionally that has been interpreted to mean stand at attention. But when passing by an officer, there is no obligation to come to attention. To be polite and respectful, a cadet would render a greeting such as Good morning, sir. Of course salutes are not exchanged inside, except when formally reporting (Ref: CAPP 151, 2d). 7. By Your Leave Myth: If two officers are conversing in a corridor, and a cadet needs to pass by them or through them, the cadet must halt, come to attention, and say, By your leave, sir. Truth: There is no reference for this in CAPP 151, or the CAP Drill & Ceremonies Manual (AFMAN 36-2203). Here too, a polite and respectful cadet would pass the officers and simply say, Excuse me, sirs or something similar. Theres no need to make the officers interrupt their conversation by waiting for them to verbally grant you permission to pass through. 8. Sir, yes sir. Sir, no sir. Sir, no excuse sir. Myth: The three statements above are the only authorized responses a cadet may make when questioned by an officer. Truth: That claim has no basis in CAP regulations. Yes, sir is an acceptable response to a question; theres no need to use sir twice.

Popular Misconceptions Related to the Cadet Program Have you ever played the secret game? The first person whispers a secret to the second person, who then whispers it to the next, and so on. By the time the secret reaches the tenth person, the story has changed completely. Cadets and seniors receive much of their CAP training by watching and listening. Its easy to see how rules and regulations can get twisted just like a story in the secret game. Read our list of popular misconceptions about the Cadet Program and see if your squadron is operating according to CAP regulations or myths and legends. If you would like to share a myth of your own with us, email clafond@capnhq.gov. ...DRILL & CEREMONIES... 1. Man in ranks. Myth: If someone walks through a formation, cadets extend their arms out to force the person to stop, and then exclaim, Man in ranks! Truth: There is no such provision in the CAP Drill & Ceremonies Manual. If someone interferes with cadets on a drill field, the flight commander or a senior member will ask that person to leave. 2. As you were, sir Myth: If a flight is standing at ease, and the commander mistakenly gives a command that can not be executed from at ease, such as Forward, MARCH, the cadets in the flight should snap to attention and exclaim, As you were, sir! Truth: AS YOU WERE is a command that revokes a preparatory command. It is a way for a commander to acknowledge that he gave a drill command in error. In the case above, the cadets could simply remain at ease, and the commander will quickly see that he made a mistake, or they may attempt to execute it to the best of their ability . Cadets in ranks never give commands to the flight commander (Ref: CAP Drill & Ceremonies, 2-1e). 3. Last man Myth: When executing the movement, Column of Files from the Right (Left) as each file steps off, the last cadet in line exclaims, Last man or Last cadet. Truth: The last cadet in each file doesnt say a word. Its not needed anyway. The cadets in front of each of the other files should be at the position of eyes right (left). This allows them to see that the last cadet in the file has passed by, and command his file to step off at the proper time (Ref: CAP Drill & Ceremonies, 4-13a).

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More importantly, if an officer asks you a question, it's important that you answer completely and honestly. If you are not wearing a wing patch because the squadrons supply room does not have any in stock and an officer asks why your patch is missing, answering Sir, no excuse sir does not solve the problem. Answer direct questions with direct answers, and when you have made a mistake, own up to it. 9. Sir, the cadets wing commander is Col. Smith. Myth: Cadets must speak in the third person, and must restate questions when responding to them. Truth: That claim has no basis in any CAP regulation. When responding to a question, stand at attention, address the officer as sir or maam, and simply state your answer. 10. Saluting officers who are not wearing a military uniform Myth: Never salute an officer unless he or she is wearing a military uniform. Truth: If you are in uniform, and you recognize an officer, salute him or her. This applies to a senior member wearing the CAP blazer combination, or if you happen to recognize an officer in civilian clothes while you are in uniform. You also should be polite by rendering a greeting such as Good morning, sir. An officer who is not in a military uniform should not return the salute, but will acknowledge it in some way (Ref: CAPP 151, 2b). 11. Permission to touch Myth: During an inspection, if someone wishes to touch your uniform (i.e.: to measure your cutouts, etc.) she or he must first say, Permission to touch? If they do not, then they are guilty of hazing. Truth: That claim has no basis in any CAP regulation. CAP members should treat each other with respect, but there are no special words they must say in order to interact with one another. 12. Pledge of Allegiance Myth: To start a squadron meeting, assemble all members in a formation and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Truth: While in formation, the Pledge of Allegiance may not be recited, but reciting the Cadet Oath and/or playing the national anthem is authorized (Ref: CAPP 151 2a3). 13. Saluting Myth: When outdoors, salute officers when you come within six paces of their location. Truth: Salute officers upon recognition and at a distance that allows them time to return your salute. "Prescribing an exact distance for all circumstances is not practical" (Ref: CAP Drill & Ceremonies, 3-6a). ...CHAIN OF COMMAND... 14. Jumping the Chain Myth: Never jump the chain of command. Talk only with your immediate superior. Truth: It's always best to get your questions answered and resolve your problems at the lowest possible level. However, if that does not work out, then you should contact the next person in the chain of command.

15. Cadet Commanders Myth: The ranking senior member who supervises a squadrons Cadet Program is known as the cadet commander. Truth: A cadet commander must be a cadet. In most instances, it is the highest ranking cadet officer in the squadron. The senior member who supervises the Cadet Program in a squadron is the squadron commander (for cadet squadrons), or the deputy commander for cadets (in composite squadrons) (Ref: CAPR 201). 16. Cadet Staff Positions Myth: Every squadron commander must appoint a cadet to serve as cadet commander. Other positions such as cadet executive officer and first sergeant must be filled as well. Truth: Squadron commanders are not obligated to fill any cadet staff position, including cadet commander. If none of the cadets are ready to accept leadership responsibilities, commanders may keep the position(s) vacant. For example, the commander of a new unit could leave all positions vacant at first and then assign some cadets to serve as element leaders when they become C/A1C's, then select a flight sergeant once a cadet reaches C/SSgt, a cadet commander at C/2d Lt, and so forth. Squadron commanders may use their discretion in selecting or not selecting a cadet staff (Ref: CAPR 20-1). 17. Contacting CAP Leaders Myth: Cadets may not be told their wing commander's phone number. Truth: The Key Personnel Directory is publicly available. Of course, if you have a problem or concern it's best to resolve it at the lowest possible level, using your chain of command. ...CADET PROGRAM ELEMENTS... 18. CAC Myth: The CAC's job is to plan social events for cadets, organize cadet training at the wing level, and command wing level cadet activities. Truth: The CAC is the Cadet Advisory Council. Their primary mission is to aid the echelon commander in monitoring and implementing the Cadet Program, and make recommendations to improve it. CACs exist at the wing, region, and national level, and in some groups. CACs have no command authority and may not dictate policy (Ref: CAPR 52-16, 3-1). 19. Cadet Officer Promotion Requirements Myth: Cadets do not have to complete any aerospace education requirements once they earn their Mitchell, and the Staff Duty Analysis (SDA) program isnt a real requirement, either. Truth: Every achievement except 1, 11, and 12 has an aerospace test requirement. Cadets must also serve as aerospace mentors during achievements 8 through16. Its true that cadet officers are not tested on their knowledge of CAP regulations. However, for every achievement in Phase III and IV, they must complete a staff duty analysis. The SDA is like an outline of the requirements of a staff position which you write in your own words (Ref: CAPR 52-16, 2-6b,c).

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20. Cadet Physical Fitness Test Banking Myth: If you take the CPFT as an C/Amn and earn enough points to meet the CPFT requirements of a C/MSgt, you dont have to do the CPFT again until you want to pin on C/MSgt. Truth: The CPFT must be taken and passed for each achievement, even during the winter. There is no banking of times or scores. (Ref: CAPR 52-16, 2-4). 21. Cadet Physical Fitness Test Elements Myth: If you earn enough points on one element of the CPFT you don't need to perform the other elements. For example, achievement 1 requires 90 points, so if you you do a 9 inch Sit & Reach (worth 92 points), you don't need to run the mile or perform the sit ups. Truth: Each element of the CPFT must be taken, even if the cadet has already reached the minimum required points. The intent of CAPR 52-18 is that cadets are involved daily in a regimen of physical fitness, which CAP evaluates three elements once per achievement. The rewrite of CAPR 52-18 will make this point clearer. 22. Ribbon order Myth: Wear your ribbons in the order you received them. If you attend encampment as a C/SrA, put your encampment ribbon above your Wright Brothers ribbon. Truth: There is an order of precedence for CAP ribbons. When you earned a ribbon really doesnt matter. Check out CAPR 39-3, Attachment 1. 23. Basic cadet uniform Myth: The basic uniform for cadets is BDUs. Truth: The basic uniform for cadets is the short-sleeved Air Force style blues uniform. Thats why the free cadet uniform program ships a blues uniform, not BDUs, to new cadets (Ref: CAPR 39-1, 1-6). Remember, the best way to avoid the myths and legends trap is to periodically review CAP regulations and manuals that you think you already know. Even a C/Col who plans to teach drill to cadet airmen should first crack open the book.
Test your Knowledge

4. What do the following Civil Air Patrol Functional Address Sysmbols stand for? (LGS, DOK, ETS, DOS, FM) 5. What is the order of precedence for the following ribbons (highest to lowest)? (Cadet Community Service, Lifesaving, Cadet Recruiter, Dolittle Achievement, AFA Award to Unit Cadet of the Year) Good Luck!
Tailwind

Bernetta Adams Miller: Educator, Humanitarian, and Early Bird

She would have been an educator of note by todays standards. In the course of an active and varied career, she served on the staffs of Dickinson and Colby Colleges, as well as the Institute of Advanced Study at Princeton University. One hundred years ago, it was extremely rare for anyone to hold such posts, extraordinary for a woman. Bernetta Adams Miller was an extraordinary woman, however. Born in Canton, Ohio, January 11, 1886, she was the daughter of Cassius M. Miller, a native of East Bloomfield; and Mary Hale Adams, a native of Shortsville. Cassius Miller attended Canandaigua Academy and had a passion for inventions. He received more than 200 patents in his lifetime. Mary Adams Miller attended the Ontario Female Seminary, an all-girls school which served as a counter balance to the all-male Academy. Both of Bernettas parents were better educated than most Americans of their time. They undoubtedly laid the foundation of her life and served as her inspiration. As subsequent events would show, they also influenced the flight path of her life. The Millers maintained close contact with their old hometown long after their move to Canton. About 1904, Bernetta entered the State Normal School at Geneseo (now the SUNY College of Arts and Science). Inexpensive as Geneseo was, Bernetta felt she had to leave the Normal School when her fathers business failed. She undoubtedly was needed at home. Adversity did not dim Bernettas desire for an education, however. Enrolling at Canton Actual Business College, she earned a diploma in bookkeeping. Shortly after graduation, Bernetta moved to New York City to seek her fortune. Hard as it is to believe, Bernetta later told a reporter that she was bored in the Big Apple. No doubt, the limits on womens expectations and activities were a major contributor to Bernettas boredom. Her later life would demonstrate that Bernetta was a woman who liked to push the envelope in any case. In 1912, Bernetta Miller pushed the envelope really hard. She began taking flying lessons at the Moisant Aviation School at Mineola, Long Island. That school trained many early aviators, including Harriet Quimby. Bernetta hoped to make some extra money as a pilot. It didnt t ake much to get a license in 1912. An aspiring pilot had to take off, land in one piece, make 10 figure eights around markers, attain an altitude of 1000 feet, and land within

We are adding a new section to the newsletter called Test your Knowledge. We will ask five questions, the first person to email me with the correct answers will earn bragging rights. An answer earning full credit will indicate a decision, regulation, and paragraph. 1. Unfortunately, not everyone stays with Civil Air Patrol, some members do not renew their membership. What do we do with a members records once they have left? 2. What do we do when cadets become too old to be cadets and must turn to senior member status? 3. When are cadets eligible to participate in the Air Force Institute for Distance Learning (formerly called ECI) correspondence programs?

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150 feet of a given spot. On September 25, 1912 Bernetta Miller made her first solo flight. She received her international license from the Aero Club of America, an off-shoot of the Federation Aeronautique Internationale. It would be a decade before the US government issued licenses to pilots. Miller received FAI certificate #173. She was the fifth woman in the US to receive a pilots license. Bernetta got off to a good start in aviation. Almost immediately, she was hired as a demonstration pilot by Moisant International Aviators. In October, 1912, she traveled to College Park, Maryland, to demonstrate a Moisant Bleriot monoplane to the US Army Signal Corps. It was an ill-fated start, however. While she earned the distinction of being the first person to demonstrate a monoplane to the government, she had to work with Harold Kantner, a Moisant aviator who didnt like the idea of women flying. In addition, a demonstration pilot had been killed in a crash the previous day. Three months later, on January 20, 1913 Miller attempted to establish a new womens altitude record. The oil flow indicator in her plane broke, forcing an emergency landing. The costs of flying, the dangers, and probably the antagonism of pilots like Kantner, all contributed to Millers decision to leave aviation on the eve of World War I. In 1963 she told a reporter, I just couldnt afford the luxury. There seemed to be no future in aviation then, we were all thought to be fools. Bernetta Miller was too ambitious; too full of adventure; to hide her light in a hangar for long. When World War I opened in 1914 Miller followed events closely. She joined the Womens Overseas Service League and went to France. There she served as an accountant, then worked as a YMCA canteen worker at the front. The canteens served food, coffee, and doughnuts to soldiers and raised their morale with music, opportunities to write letters, and a place to relax for a few minutes. Assigned to the 326th Infantry Regiment of the famous 82nd Division (now the 82nd Airborne), Miller was awarded the French Croix de Guerre and several American citations.

Between 1926 and 1933 Bernetta Miller served as Bursar at the American College for Girls at Istanbul, Turkey. She retired from the staff of Wilson College in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania in 1960. For a while, she tried making her home in Canandaigua where she had been a frequent visitor. Then she took up residence in the quaint little town of New Hope, Pennsylvania, on the Delaware River north of Philadelphia. In 1963 Bernetta Adams Miller was designated an Early Bird. An organization of pioneer aviators, the Early Birds organization honors people who flew solo prior to December 17, 1916. She lived a long, full, and useful lifefilled with excitementand passed away from the complications of a broken hip on November 30, 1972. It is more than her early pilots license that makes Bernetta Adams Miller important, however. Like all of us, she influenced others by the example she set. Therein lies her real contribution to aviation. Bernetta Millers sister married a promising young lawyer from Gorham, Horace W. Fitch. By the 1920s Mr. and Mrs. Fitch were settled in a comfortable home on Howell Street, Canandaigua. He was elected County Judge, and they had a teen-aged son named Walter. Walter Fitch admired his aunt and loved to fly. He first rode in a Curtiss Jenny at age 13, and got his first airplane when he was 21. His first landing strip is now the Jefferson Avenue baseball field. A high school portrait shows his pilots goggles around his neck. Walters drive, and the influence of his aunt Bernetta, eventually took him to Kansas in 1948. There, he worked as a testing engineer with Elton Rowley at Boeing Aircraft. In time, Walter Fitch worked for Cessna, then became a distribution manager for the Wichita Eagle and Beacon. Bernetta Adams Miller; educator, humanitarian, and Early Bird; lived an exciting life and cast a long shadow. We are all better off for the lessons she taught and the example she set. Major Preston E. Pierce

What's Happening in New York Wing

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Wing Inspection @ Finger Lakes Group Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT Squadron SAREX NY Wing Conference @ Albany Field Trip @ West Point Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT Wing SAREX Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT National Boards @ Philadelphia, PA Squadron SAREX Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT NER Conference @ TBA

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Board for Cadet of the Year, Cadet NCO of the Year, and IACE @ TBA General ES Courses @ Rochester First Aid and CPR @ Canandaigua Finger Lakes Group Meeting @ RIT Bloodborne Pathogens @ Canandaigua Commanders Call @ Canandaigua AE Museum Trip @ Hammondsport Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT NCASE @ Arlington, VA Bivouac @ Camp Cutler

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Squadron SAREX Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT national Staff College, Maxwell AFB, AL Squadron SAREX Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT Squadron SAREX Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT

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Air Force Sergeants Association Award to Outstanding CAP Cadet NCO of the Year Applications Due @ AFSA Air Force Association Award to Outstanding CAP Cadet Applications Due @ Air Force Association 15 Communicator of the Year Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's 15 Brewer Aerospace Award Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's

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Senior Member of the Year Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's Cadet of the Year Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's Cadet NCO of the Year Applications Due @ NYWG

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National Special Activities Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's 15 Scholarship Applications Due @ NYWG HQ's 15-16 Canandaigua Squadron Training 18 Squadron Christmas Part y 23 Finger Lakes Group Meeting @RIT

Where do we stand at the moment?

These next couple of charts will show you where we stand in regards to cadets, senior members, and a squadron for 2001.
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