Capt Julius Garrett, Commander

MER-VA-108

Summer 2011 Edition

FROM THE COMMANDERS DESK

Greetings members: In this issue of our newsletter I want to talk about the CAP core values. The CAP core values establish an ethical framework for behavioral expectations and set of standards to assess member conduct. This framework and standard applies to each and every member, without exception. They are the foundation of how CAP members treat one another; how they treat recipients of CAPs humanitarian service; and how they care for the corporate assets under their control. If any member fails to uphold these values, then, the entire organization suffers. Integrity This is the foundation of the core values. Integrity is the foundation upon which the other core values are built. Without it the other three cannot stand. Webster defines it as Firm adherence to a code or standard of values. CAP has set a code and standard of values to which each of its members agrees in the Oath of Membership. Acceptance of these values is the first cost of admission into the organization. The oath states in part, . I voluntarily subscribe to the objectives and purposes of the Civil Air Patrol and agree to be guided by CAP Core Values, Ethics Policies, Constitution & By Laws, Regulations and all applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws. I agree to abide by the decisions of those in authority in the Civil Air Patrol. Integrity is a character trait. It is the willingness to do what is right even when no one is looking. A person of integrity will be able to: act on conviction, control impulses and appetites, accept responsibility for ones actions, and be a morally upright person. These four items are like legs of a stool. Applied properly and justly, they will maintain a balance. If one acts on conviction, but fails to control impulses and appetites, then integrity will be out of balance and flawed.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, August 6 8th & I USMCSilent Drill Team Washington DC Sat/Sun, Aug 27-28 Senior Members Squadron Leadership School Culpeper VA Fri-Sun, Sept 2-4 Car Parking Fundraiser Scottish GamesThe Plains, VA Sat/Sun, Sept 17-18 Spotsylvania County Sherriffs Joint Search and Rescue Training Fredericksburg VA Fri-Sun, Oct 14-16 Virginia Wing Conference Richmond VA November TBD White House Tour Washington DC Thursday, December 1 CAP 70th Anniversary Party

Saturday, December 3 Respect For me this is the second most important core value. Respect Christmas Lights Parade is defined by Webster as 1. To feel or show deferential regard for: esFredericksburg VA teem. 2. To avoid violation of or interference with. We must value the diverse membership in the unit and CAP. CAP has members from many different ethnic, religious, racial, cultural, and gender-based backgrounds. All have agreed to the same oath and therefore all must be respected equally. Respect will see the fundamental worth in the individual and recognize the value that individual brings to the unit and organization. Integrity will support Respect in finding a way to direct that persons value so that it has a positive effect on the unit and organization. It will also find a way to mitigate traits that have a negative effect on the unit and organization. See Commanders Desk, Page 6

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VA. SQUADRON HONORS WWII ALLIED NATIONS IN NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
By SM/Lisa Sylvia, VA-108 PAO Members of the Fredericksburg Composite Squadron carried the flags of the Allied Nations of World War II in the National Memorial Day Parade on May 30. The march was led by Cadet Commander, C/1stLt Nathan Leon Guerrerro. The salute honored the millions of fallen soldiers represented by the flags of each of our allies. Prior to the march, the squadron members learned how many military lives were sacrificed by the allied nation of the flag they carried down Constitution Avenue in our nations capitol. Before and after the parade citizens of some of these WWII allied nations who were present, approached squadron members to thank them, give pins and mementos from their countries, and to take a photo with the member holding their nations flag. The National Memorial Day parade highlights were a special tribute to the fallen of September 2011, a salute to the 100th Anniversary of Naval Aviation, a tribute to the Special Operations community and recognition of the 20th Anniversary of the Gulf War. The highlight for the Fredericksburg Composite Squadron was being placed in the staging area in front of the Tuskegee Airmen and having a chance to talk with these famous aviators personally. Other celebrities who participated in this televised event were Buzz Aldrin, Pat Sajak and Teresa Scanlan, Miss America 2011. Deputy Cadet Commander, 1st Lt Linda A Tabb, began organizing the squadrons participation in this parade in February. It took time to get the paperwork in and plan for transportation and safety for the cadets, but we did it and I am so glad we did, said 1st Lt Tabb. Prior to leaving for the parade, the 95 degree heat index was something that was high on everyones mind. To protect the health and safety of the squadron, 2d Lt Melvin C Jarrett carried 32 water bottles in his backpack. Everyone enjoyed the experience and the cadets were especially excited to get home and watch the parade which they recorded on the Military Channel. Its fun to be on television, smiled 1st Lt Tabb.

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SENIOR MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Lt Col Frank Haas Honored For 40 Years Of Service
By SM/Lisa Sylvia, VA-108 PAO You only get one trip in this world, so you might as well make the most out of it says Lt Col Frank Haas. Being busy is how Haas accomplished his life motto. He was born and raised in Morgantown, WV, but like many young men in 1946, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps after high school. His time in the corps as an aircraft carpenter established his desire to get an advanced education and pursue his interest in aviation. After becoming a certified aircraft mechanic, he was recalled into the Marine Corps for a time and when his duty was completed he transitioned his aviation skills to a successful 35 year career with TWA as an aircraft mechanic at National Airport. Frank enjoyed those years and took great pride and perfectionism with his responsibility of ensuring that his airplanes were 100% safe. It wasnt enough to work on the planes. Frank was certified as a priCommander, presents 40 Year Red Service Ribbon. vate pilot in 1949 and his combined skill of aircraft technology and flight training made him the perfect volunteer for the Fredericksburg Composite Squadrons Civil Air Patrol. He joined the Civil Air Patrol in June 1971 and was instrumental in the growth and successes of the local squadron.
Major Van Etten, VA Wing, Group 3

In 1976, he earned his commercial pilot license. He was the Fredericksburg Squadron Commander from 1992 to 1999, during which Squadron of Distinction and Squadron of Merit were awarded. These achievements earned him the Commanders Commendation Award and the Meritorious Service Award. Looking back on his years as Squadron Commander he related that his success was correlated to the quality and character of the senior members and cadets he was working with. He believes one of the great rewards of serving your community in the Civil Air Patrol is the exposure to work side by side with other talented volunteers. I remember thinking, here I was just a marine buck sergeant, and in the Civil Air Patrol, I was privileged to be the commander of a Navy captain, a Judge, graduates of military academies, and FBI agents with advanced degrees, says Haas.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!

By 1st Lt Rebekah Fulton, Personnel Officer Cadets: Justis Amundson, Zach Amundson, Jeremiah Browne, Jennifer Reid, Conner Rhoades, Conor Roberson Seniors: Beatrice Garrett, Brett Holbrook, Carmen Rutigliano, Lawrence Watson

There are people that grow moss on them when they dont stay active and involved, says Haas. Franks love for running and participation in marathons has also kept any green from growing on him. Keep your eye out at the next Marine Corps Half Marathon in Fredericksburg and you might see him running with a radio attached to his hip. His Amateur Radio Group provides communication for the event each year. Franks wife of 51 years, Marilla, is the piano player at Spotswood Baptist Church. They have three sons and six grandchildren.

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FAA TOUR: Potomac Consolidated TRACON

Squadron members visited the FAAs Potomac Consolidated TRACON (Terminal Radar Approach Control) Facility on May 14th. Cadets and Senior Members were provided with a briefing detailing the Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA) role in managing the National Air Space System and the role the TRACON plays in guiding planes to and from Washington DC area airports. Following the briefing, squadron members toured the operation floor. It was exciting watching the controllers direct aircraft and even more thrilling to be shown the radar screen with AF2 flying across it. They explained that it was Air Force Two being directed on the screen in front of our eyes. Following the TRACON tour, members toured the co-located ATCSCC (Air Traffic Control System Command Center in the adjacent building. Everyone was briefed on the National Air Space Management Mission and how this facility plays a major role in managing emergency events.

SENIOR MEMBER ACHIEVEMENTS

By Lt Col Liz Sydow, Professional Development Officer Promotions: 2d Lt Curtis Padgett, 2d Lt Robert Wardrop Capt David Fairhurst, Capt Jeffrey Smith Specialty Ratings: 1st Lt TabbLogistics Senior Rating Capt GarrettInformation Technology Technician Rating 1st Lt LeonardFinance Technician Rating Capt SmithPilot Form 5, Cadet O-Flight Pilot Checkride Professional Development: Level I SM Carmen Rutigliano, SM Lawrence Watson, Capt Jeffrey Smith Level II Capt Julius Garrett, 1st Lt Richard Leonard, 1st Lt Linda Tabb Officer Basic Course Capt Julius Garrett, 2d Lt Shari Barber, 2d Lt Melvin Jarrett Yeager Award 1st Lt Ann Campbell, 2d Lt Melvin Jarrett, 1st Lt Richard Leonard, SM Carmen Rutigliano Unit Commanders Course Capt Julius Garrett, 1st Lt Richard Leonard Red Service Ribbon 40-years: Lt Col Frank Haas

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The squadron got a great tip from C/CMSgt Sylvia on this exciting facility. C/CMSgt Sylvia visited the center during a National Security Forum through JROTC. Cadets visited the center on April 22. The FDC is a private Lockheed Martin facility in Crystal City, Virginia, designed and equipped to educate visitors about the companys two 5th generation fighter aircraft, the F-35 Lightning II (Joint Strike Fighter) and F-22 Raptor. Various groups within the Department of Defense, as well as congressional members often used the facility for discussions and demonstrations related to these fighters. Cadets were briefed in the large conference room and then spent time flying in the cockpit demonstrators and utilizing the multiple touch-screen displays that further emphasized capabilities and unique aspects of each aircraft.
C/SMSgt Sydow tries her skills in the F-35 simulator.

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LOCKHEED MARTIN FIGHTER DEMONSTRATION CENTER

F-35 Cockpit Simulator. C/1st Lt Leon Guerrero tries ejection seat.

CADET SPOTLIGHTS
By 1st Lt Linda Tabb, Deputy Commander for Cadets (DCC) Flying High!!! Congratulations to our following new July-Dec Cadet Staff!
Cadet Command Staff: Cadet Commander: C/2dLt Rachel Boelsche Cadet Deputy Commander: C/1stLt Xavier Campbell Cadet Executive Officer: C/2dLt Luke Clark Cadet First Sergeant: C/CMSgt Jairus Tabb Line Staff: Color Guard Commander: C/CMSgt Daniel Sylvia Falcon Flight Commander: C/CMSgt Matt Papandrea Falcon Flight Sgt: C/MSgt Daniel Montanaro Eagle Flight Commander: C/CMSgt Gabriella Duncan Eagle Flight Sgt: C/MSgt John Boelsche New Cadet Trainers: C/SMSgt Justine Strickland C/SMSgt Rachel Sydow Element Leaders: C/SrA Allison Eley, C/SrA Lydia Eley C/Amn Elliott Fairhurst, C/SSgt Jon Veldhuyzen C/SSgt Rebecca Montanaro, C/SSgt Alex Thompson Executive Staff: AE: C/SSgt Alex Thompson Recruiter: C/A1C Isaiah Padgett PAO'S: C/TSgt Nicholas Leake, C/SSgt Jacob Barber DDR: C/MSgt Daniel Montanaro Logistics: C/SSgt Rebecca Montanaro

C/1 Lt Campbell getting his instruction in the F-22 simulator.

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COMMANDERS DESK: CAP Core Values

FROM PAGE 1 There may decisions made by those in authority within the unit or Corporation that may not be popular or well liked. Integrity will trust the judgment of those in authority that the decision is best for the unit and Respect will support and carry out those decisions in unity and without malice. Excellence Can be defined as the quality or state of being greater, to go beyond the limits. In CAP we must focus on results. In the area of emergency services failure to meet the results of the mission can have disastrous consequences. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that we get the job done right the first time and on time. For me it goes beyond emergency services. Applying Excellence to the cadet program means that every cadet is given the utmost attention to getting the maximum benefit from the program. This is to provide them with every available tool and training in order to equip them to be successful men and women in the field they choose to follow in their adult life. It is to provide them the foundation upon which they build character and confidence in their ability to both lead and follow. This is also of utmost importance, because failure to get this job done, with the support of the parents, means we fail to equip them sufficiently to be the best future leaders possible. We must never become complacent with good enough. We should always look for ways and means of improving. When we get to that point, then, we have ceased to excel. To settle for less is the settle for being a less self. Volunteer Service Voluntarily giving of oneself, over personal desire, to provide for the welfare of others. Part of being a member of CAP is to serve. Members serve in different ways within CAP. Some serve by supporting Emergency Services; participating in search and rescue missions. Some serve by supporting the Cadet Programs; training and supporting our cadets to nurture them in becoming the finest citizens serving their community, country, and family. Serving satisfies the needs and requirements of the organization.

CADET COMMANDERS CORNER

By C/2d Lt Rachel Boelsche

One Hundred Percent Allow me to extend my first official hello as Cadet Commander. Im very excited to have this opportunity to lead Fredericksburgs outstanding caA fundamental part of serving involves following rules, dets. As of right now, you showing respect for others, and enforcing discipline and self cadets probably do not -control. Wearing the CAP uniform signifies we are a mem- know what to expect from ber of a professional organization and that we are dedicated me, or (more importantly) to service before self. what I will expect from you. My goal for each of I encourage all members to read the oath to which we you is very simple: 100%. agreed, review the CAP Core Values, internally reflect and If you give your best, you self-assess your adherence and devotion the CAP goals, mis- have no reason to look back. So over the next sion, and values. Remember, the Core Values apply to all. few months (and hopefully for the rest of your careers) keep that phrase in mind, and you will Respectfully, be just fine. Capt Garrett

100%!!!

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PENTAGON TOUR
By C/A1C Nikyla Wardrop On April 29th our squadron visited the Pentagon in Arlington! It was so exciting to learn about what goes on in one of the world's largest business buildings. It was truly amazing...it was like a business office, a mall and a museum all in one! The Pentagon is actually like a small city. It has restaurants, cleaners, banks, dentist's offices, a motor vehicle office, and alot of other shops such as a flower shop, jewelery store, and drugstore. The Pentagon also has its own Post Office and it has 5 different zip codes! It has five sides and five levels. On our tour, the tour guide walked backwards the whole mile and a half, only turning to climb the stairs. He showed us many models of aircraft and we walked passed the many shops inside. He then took us into a room dedicated to the 9/11 incident. Inside this room, were the names of the 125 people who were inside the pentagon and the 59 people who were in the plane. A cadet asked why the windows were a green tint, the tour guide explained that it is actually Mylar, and if somebody tries takes a picture, it would show up as a green photo.

CADET PROMOTIONS
Congratulations to the following cadets who have promoted in the past 90 days: Gen Hap Arnold (Achievement 2) C/A1C Isaiah C Padgett, C/A1C Joshua M Turbyfill C/A1C Michael S Vandevander, C/A1C Ian A Woods Mary Feik (Achievement 3) C/SrA Lydia A Eley, C/SrA Allison M Eley C/SrA Benjamin S Thielman, C/SrA David M Turbyfill MilestoneWright Brothers Award Phase I Completion C/SSgt Jacob Barber, C/SSgt John Strickland, C/SSgt Joseph S Thielman C/SSgt Alexander Thompson Charles Lindburgh (Achievement 5) C/MSgt John A Boelsche, C/MSgt Thien-Nam D Hoang Jimmy Doolittle (Achievement 6) C/SMSgt Rachel E Sydow, C/SMSgt Justine E Strickland Robert Goddard (Achievement 7) C/CMSgt Gabriela F Duncan, C/CMSgt Daniel J Sylvia C/CMSgt Jairus S Tabb

Then, we went outside to the five acre courtyard or the middle of the pentagon. We started to put our Neil Armstrong (Achievement 8) covers on our head but then we noticed that the other C/CMSgt Matthew G Papandrea military members did not have their covers on...the tour guide explained that the courtyard was the largPhase III Flight Commander (Achievement 9) est no hat, no salute zone. In the middle of the courtC/1stLt Xavier P Campbell yard is a hot dog stand. Yummy right? Well, he also said that the hot dog stand's name was the Ground Zero Cafe. It was named during the Cold War years, because they thought that the USSR had nuclear missiles aimed at the center of the courtyard.

After the tour was over we went outside to visit the Pentagon Memorial. The Pentagon Memorial is a 1.93 acre, outdoor memorial to the 184 people killed in the building. 184 illuminated benches have been put according to the victim's ages. Dana Falkenberg was the youngest at 3 years old and John Yamnicky Sr was the oldest at 71. Every bench is engraved with the name of a person that has died. The benches representing the victims that were inside the Pentagon are arranged so that people reading the names will face the Pentagon. Benches for people who were on the plane are arranged so that people reading the engraved name will be facing the sky along the path that the plane traveled. It was a great learning experience and we all had fun!

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VA-108 CYBERPATRIOT TEAM FORMING

On June 2nd, Lt Col Bill Sydow gave the cadets a briefing about the CyberPatriot Competition underway for 2011. The Fredericksburg Composite Squadron is forming a team. Competitors must be at least 13 years old and in grades 9-12 (or equivalent if home schooled/in a school that does not make this distinction) as of September 2011. However, any cadets who are under this age or grade level are welcome to attend practice sessions with the team to prepare for competition in future years. The team will be coached by SM/Lisa Sylvia. Lt Col Sydow explained to the cadets the importance of cyber security experts to be developed in our nation. Our country will have a need for tens of thousands of computer security professionals in the next five years, said Lt Col Sydow. The Air Force Association developed the CyberPatriot competition program to help develop high school level students in the field of cyber security. CyberPatriot is an exciting way to educate and motivate participants. Contact SM/Lisa Sylvia, if you would like to join our squadrons CyberPatriot Team or attend the practice sessions.

THURSDAY MEETINGS 6:30pm9:00pm MEETING LOCATION:

Virginia National Guard Armory 1700 Jefferson Davis Highway Fredericksburg VA (Senior meetings on 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month) MAILING ADDRESS: Fredericksburg Composite Squadron 24 Cascade Ln Fredericksburg VA 22406-4224 SQUADRON COMMANDER Capt Julius Garrett 540-752-0363 mr_jwg@verizon.net DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR CADETS 1st Lt Linda Tabb 757-880-4216 latabb@comcast.net DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR SENIORS 1st Lt Richard Leonard 540-408-3149 pwcpig116@comcast.net CADET COMMANDER C/2dLt Rachel Boelsche 540-834-0155 cadetboelsche@yahoo.com RECRUITMENT & RETENTION OFFICER 2d Lt Shari Barber 540-373-5215 billfarber@yahoo.com PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER Lisa Sylvia 540-207-5028 lisamariesylvia@verizon.net

MEMBERS RAISE $2,000.00 FOR SQUADRON!

Thanks to all the volunteers for working on Fathers Day!