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Beverly Composite Squadron Massachusetts Wing Civil Air Patrol NRA Expert rating. September 2007 Volume 1, Issue 7

Promotion News
We had one cadet promotion this month, and one senior member promotion.

Cadet Buck Promoted to C/CMSgt

C/SMsgt Kelly Buck was promoted to C/CMSgt in a Promotion Ceremony during the closing formation last week.

C/CMsgt Kelly Buck is a Senior at Austin Preparatory School in Reading Massachusetts. During her four years in Civil Air Patrol C/CMsgt Buck has attended encampment, served on two Wing Champion Color Guard teams, attended National Cadet Special Activities Honor Guard Academy for three years in Westminster, Maryland where she earned Honor and Pride cadet Eagle Flight 2007. Outside CAP and School, Cadet Chief Master Sergeant Buck enjoys playing the piano, drawing Anime, and 22 cal target shooting as a member of the Massachusetts Junior Olympic team. She is currently working on her

C/CMSgt Buck Congratulations Sergeant Buck, well done.

1Lt Buck Promoted to Captain

1Lt Andrew Buck was promoted to Captain in the same ceremony as his daughter C/CMSgt Kelly Buck.

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Promotions Encampment NER Conference, Safety ES, Safety cont. DCC, NER Conference cont. NER Conference cont., Deadlines, Encampment cont. NER Conference cont., New Members, Squadron Stats Q&A, Calendar, Camp Nihan, Deployed The Eagle Eye 1 Promotion continued on page 7

Captain Andrew Buck

Congratulations Captain Buck, well done. [ Thank you Ed. ]

Encampment
C/AB Kassandra Kluge

The sound of the air horn makes your heart skip a beat as you are violently torn from a world of sleep and dreams and thrown into another full of yelling and discipline. It's roughly 0500 and you're up before the sun, rushing to get ready for PT, determined not to be the last cadet into the bay but also not to forget anything. After PT a two minute cold shower is allowed before changing into BDU's and getting ready for breakfast and the rest of your long day ahead. This is a typical morning at encampment.

FAT Simulator Cadets learned to work as a team, as they tried to complete the Obstacle and Leadership Reaction Courses. Drilling, which took up many hours of the day, also helped to build teamwork as cadets prepared for the Drill Competition later in the week. During free time, cadets bonded through practices as preparing uniforms together and shoe-shine parties.

Someone Has to hold the Flight Guidon during Chow Time There is never a moment wasted, as you are either cleaning, getting ready for inspection (hospital corners on sheets, shirts folded 6" by 6", and all personal items placed exactly 1" apart on shelves), drilling, or memorizing your OI (Operating Instructions) during any time that is not previously dedicated to another event. Time as well as all sources of communication with the outside world are taken away from you as a cadet, so as to teach discipline and followership in the leaders. Although cadets may face some hard times throughout their week, their schedules also include a variety of exciting and fun experiences to learn from as well.

Shoe Shine Party Cadets that represented Beverly during encampment were C/SMSgt Joseph Mercurio, C/MSgt Anthony Scicchitano, C/AB Andrew Kordis, and C/AB Kassandra Kluge. C/MSgt Scicchitano, reflecting on the clock in the chow hall one day stated, I think its broken. Every time I look at it, it says the same time No wait, were always in the chow hall at the same time, thats why! After being the first to dunk C/CMSgt Emily Oles, the Command Chief, in the dunk tank at the social on Saturday night, C/AB
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Northeast Region Conference, United States Military Academy West Point

Dan Parsons, 1Lt. USCAP
DCS

CAP - Technologically Advanced Aircraft Safety

Bill Frank 2nd Lt, USCAP
Safety Officer

On Friday August 3 five Senior Members, Lt.Col. Jones, Major Snow, Captain Heusser and Lieutenants Parsons and Frank along with two cadets, C/SRA Ortins and C/AB Kordis had the privilege of attending The Northeast Region CAP Conference at this historical institution.

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Some of you may or may not know that CAP is in the process of upgrading the fleet of aircraft nationwide. For many years the base aircraft flown was the Cessna C-172 Skyhawk. These planes are equipped with old style steam gauges for basic flight and navigation. Gradually the 172 is being phased out and is being replaced by the Cessna C-182 Skylane. Besides the increased payload of a 182, these aircraft are equipped with state of the art Garmin G-1000 glass cockpit instrumentation and navigation systems. In addition to replacing the traditional steam gauges, they present information regarding weather and other aircraft operating in the area. They are classified by the industry as technologically advanced aircraft or TAA.

BVY Ready to Rock and Roll The day started out with a 5 hour drive on Friday morning in our CAP van. After a few pit stops we finally arrived at the Thayer Hotel located on the Academy just inside the main gate. The Seniors and Cadets checked in and found there respective rooms and we all proceeded to the conference registration within the hotel. Here we were all given photo IDs and all the information for the rest of the weekend. Major Snow volunteered to help with some of the outdoor activities scheduled for Saturday after the General Assembly. The rest of the seniors decided to take Saturday afternoon to catch the sights at West Point.

Glass cockpit of a Cessna 182 The FAA and the General Aviation industry have been studying TAAs for the last several years and have identified several safety issues that pilots should be aware of.

Flags at the Entry Way Thayer Hotel

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One such issue is seeing and avoidance. From the start of primary flight training, pilots are taught collision avoidance as a primary task during all fight operations, frequently scanning the sky around them while concurrently monitoring flight instruments inside the cockpit. Pilots are responsible for maintaining an awareness of what is happening outside the cockpit,
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ES News
Joel Heusser Capt USCAP
ESO

SAREX News
August SAREX was roaring success. Captain Rieker, and then 1Lt Buck proudly represented Beverly Composite squadron. While Captain Rieker flew two sorties during the day long exercise, Lt Buck learned how to check personnel into the mission base using both paper and computer methods. Lt Buck then flew as a scanner trainee, on his first ever CAP mission, with Captain Rieker at the controls, on a distress beacon location mission. The beacon was located quickly from the air and a ground team was then called in from the air and directed to the area of the beacon. Captain Rieker then flew a second sortie with a different crew with a different objective. Well done Captain and Lieutenant, lets see how many people we can get to the October and November exercises.

AFB. See me, Captain Joel Heusser, if you wish to attend this training and lets see if you can get ready in time. There are only 30 seats available for this course, so let me know right away if you are interested. This is an upper level course and ICs and IC trainees will be give preference.

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SAREX Dates
October 8 14 GTE Worcester Fri, Sat, Sunday November 16 18 January 18 21 February 8 - 11

in the airspace around them. With the addition of a glass cockpit, its enhanced navigation/ image displays and the additional information presented, pilots have a tendency to focus all of their attention inside the aircraft and are not doing the necessary outside scans. This is especially critical in single pilot operations where one set of eyes has the inside and outside scans (airline and corporate ops with two pilots split the inside/outside duties). The solo pilot needs to remember to properly manage the information presented in a glass cockpit and not become overly distracted by all the data presented. He/she must maintain the 50/50, inside-outside split. For CAP pilots transitioning from a 172, the challenge is not the physical, stick and rudder skills, but in learning to fly the mental airplane and the complexities of the glass cockpit. Successfully adapting to the new system will allow the pilot maximum situational awareness with a minimum of distraction. The basis of this column was taken from an AOPA Air Safety Foundation paper, published July 2007.

Heads UP
Mass State Police training is in the planning stages for summer 2008. Start checking your qualifications to attend this training. You must complete special training before you can apply for this training. See me, Captain Joel Heusser, if you wish to attend this training and lets see if you can get ready in time. You must be 18 years old and a qualified GT member or qualified GT trainee.

SAR Management Course

October 1 is the deadline to sign up for the Course which will be held 10 and 11 November at Westover

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From the Desk of the Deputy Commander for Cadets

Greg Carter, Maj. USCAP
DCC

Massachusetts Wing recently held our annual summer encampment at Otis Air Force Reserve Base on Cape Cod and we were pleased to have four of our cadet members attend for the first time. Many may not know what the Civil Air Patrol Encampment is all about. So I thought it would be a good time to review while it is still fresh in the minds of our cadets and adult members. Encampments are designed to provide CAP members the opportunity to apply their knowledge so far gained in their programs in practical situations; develop a greater understanding of CAP and Air Force missions and capabilities; develop their leadership potential; enhance their interpersonal skills; develop timemanagement skills; develop a spirit of teamwork; inspire a sense of discipline; learn how to overcome challenges and succeed; enhance our local cadet program; aid in retention and motivation; and receive an introduction to the military. An encampment may be the single most significant and worthwhile training experience of a cadets membership. Some may call it a mini-boot camp, others may call it a breeze but no mater what you know it by an encampment is all about learning and training. The encampment is a requirement of the cadet progression to officer-ship. Before any cadet can transit from the Leadership Phase of their program to the Command Phase, they must attend a wing run encampment. Not only is it part of their progression, it also opens doors for many of our national activities such as our International Cadet Exchange program, which requires cadets to have attended at least one encampment. In addition to opening doors nationally, any cadet who has completed their initial encampment requirement may apply as a cadet staff member for any of the encampments held there after. It is, as in our unit, the cadets who run their program and there is no exception to this rule for encampments.

Saturday Morning started with a buffet breakfast in Eisenhower Hall followed shortly there after by the General Assembly. After all the usual CAP business we were given some moving speeches by representatives of West Point and an USAF officer. This Assembly lasted until lunch that was again buffet style in Eisenhower Hall. After chow the Cadets were shuffled off to a long afternoon of activities and many of the Seniors went off on guided tours of the Academy. Col. Jones, Capt. Heusser and Lieutenants Parsons and Frank went off on our own to see the historic sights, or thats what we thought. We were soon commandeered by a Cadet to provide transportation to Maj. General Pineda, Brig. General Courter, Our Wing Commander Col. Belcher, the Connecticut. Wing Commander and a few more. I guess if I had one bad turn as I drove all of this brass around for the afternoon there would have been promotions for everyone all across the country..

With the Acting ational Commander We all visited the Cadet Chapel, the Plain, this is where the Cadets drill and have there parades. Centered in this area is the Statue Of General Washington mounted on a horse. Surrounding this is Monuments of Generals Eisenhower, Patton, MacArthur, Thayer and a few more. Unfortunately for myself, a huge Patton fan, his monument was taken down to make room for a new library currently under construction. Guess I will have to go back when its done. We also visited many more sights including the
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Civil War Monument located at Trophy Point a truly spectacular sight chalk full of monuments, cannon, and more treasures than I can list.

Deadlines
For the Eagle Eye

October
Columns 30 September 2007 DCS, DCC, Safety Officer, Professional Development Officer, Cadet Profile, ES Officer, and of course From the Squadron Commander. News stories 7 October 2007 Promotions, Missions etc.

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General George Washington Saturday evening was completed by a Banquet in the Main Ball Room inside Eisenhower Hall. Again after the CAP formalities we were greeted by a West Pointer who gave a great motivating speech to us all. As Maj. General Pineda stated at this banquet he has never seen such an event for CAP, including national events. To top the night off we were entertained by the USO of Metropolitan New York. This show was truly entertaining as the three ladies sung many of the older songs you would expect at a WWII USO event over seas. As if this was not enough a town across the Hudson River decided to have a fireworks display. Many of the guests at the banquet moved to the exterior balcony off the ballroom overlooking the river and enjoyed the free show. Sunday Morning all of us had breakfast at the Hotel and completed our sight seeing tour of West Point, with a visit to the West Point Museum. For myself I was truly amazed at the historical items on display. These items included a pair of pistols and a sword from Napoleon, the first pen used to sign the Japanese surrender documents aboard the Missouri. Also on display was one of Hitlers personal side arms, Herman Goerings revolver and Geronimos rifle, just to mention a few.

Kordis was congratulated by multitudes of cadets, one of them C/SMSgt Mercurio, who said Yea! Way to represent Beverly! All four cadets are seen below during the social. Other pictures from the encampment can be found on the website, http://www.mawg.cap.gov/pao/Encampment200701.html.

Cadets Do get time to Socalize More memorable events included Black Hawk rides, APC (Armored Personnel Carrier) rides, visiting the 102d fighter wing, a trip to FATS (firearms training system) and rappelling down a 50 foot tower. By graduation cadets had gone through a long, tough week, but many were wishing it hadn't yet come to an end, as they would be leaving behind many new friends and memories (remember the Comet song?!).

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First Father Daughter Promotion in Memory

We have had father and son promotions in the past said LtCol Jacqulyn Jones Squadron Commander, but this was a first for me. The squadrons newest Chief Master Sergeant helped the squadron commander slip the captains epaulets onto her fathers uniform only minutes after she was promoted to her current grade. [ I can hardly wait to return the favor Sergeant, I know where I can get a pair of Cadet officer shoulder boards really quickly. Ed. ]

Museum Display For those of us that made the trek to this conference we will remember it for years. If you have not had the opportunity to visit West Point do yourself the favor and plan a trip, it will be worth it.

Squadron Makeup
I got a head count of all the member of the Beverly Composite squadron. The numbers are always changing, but this is the latest snapshot looks like:

New Members
Welcome to: SM Tara Chaidez of Peabody C/AB Christopher Dullea of Peabody

WEB PLACES
CADET WEB PAGES http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NER-MA-019 http://hs.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2263391099 Senior Web Pages http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BVYCOMP/ OFFICIAL WEB SITE http://bvycap.homesite.net/ If I missed a site, send the URL to abuck@amgen.com

9 Airman basic 3 Airmen 2 A1C 2 SAm 1 SSgt 0 TSgt 4 MSgt 1 SMSgt 1 CMSgt 6 Senior members 6 2Lt 5 1Lt 5 Captains 4 Majors 2 LtCol 0 Col

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q: I want to become active again where are you meeting? A: Beverly Airport, East side, in the building attached to Hanger #2 at the base of the tower. Q: Can I bring a friend to the next meeting? A: Sure, we are always looking for new members, He or she is welcome to come check us out. Q: I got promoted last month at the same time as another member. They got their picture in the paper and I didnt, why not? A: A Press release is written for every promotion and award presented. It is sent to the newspapers in your home town as well as the Beverly papers. What gets printed is up to the

editor of the papers. Q: How do I get you to answer my question in the Eagle Eye? A: In writing of course, to the PAO or C/PAO. Cadets, through your chain of command please. Q: Is it too late to get into the scanner classes? A: Yes, but keep an eye on the Eye and we will try and give you enough of a heads up on the next scanner class to allow you to schedule yourself in. Q: Can I write and article for the Eagle Eye? A: Of course you can, and there is a really good change I will publish it. I do have to answer to the Squadron Commander for the content of the newsletter however.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
22 SEPT 0800 1700 COLLINGS W INGS OF FREEDOM TOUR 23 SEPT 0800 1700 COLLINGS W INGS OF FREEDOM TOUR 19 OCT CAMP NIHAN ES BIVOUAC

Camp Nihan
Camp Nihan is just around the corner. This year should be exciting and rewarding with activities being planned. It will be held from 19 October 2007 at 1700 (Friday) till 21 October 2007 (Sunday) 1200. Capt Andy Ingraham is planning to hold both the ACUT and BCUT communication courses. Plus LTC Jones is holding a land navigation exercise.

MEETING CALENDAR
12 SEPTEMBER 2007 UNIFORM: BDU CADETS: MORAL LEADERSHIP, TESTING, PT 19 SEPTEMBER 2007 UNIFORM: BDU CADETS: LEADERSHIP TRAINING, ES ALL: SAFETY BRIEFING 26 SEPTEMBER 2007 UNIFORM: BDU CADETS: REVIEW BOARDS, LEADERSHIP TRAINING

In next months Newsletter there will be additional information on this annual ES Bivouac extravaganza.

3 OCTOBER 2007 UNIFORM: BLUES CADETS: MORAL LEADERSHIP, PROMOTIONS 10 OCTOBER 2007 UNIFORM: BDU Cadets: Testing, PT Past Commander CCG Squadron Former Cadet Bev Squadron

Deployed
SGT. Aaron Cuscuna C-Trp 2-1 Cav FOB Warhorse APO AE09336 Richalie Griffith USACE APO AE 09354

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