Fredericksburg Squadron - Jun 2011

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Capt Julius Garrett, Commander MER-VA-108 Summer 2011 Edition

FROM THE COMMANDERS DESKGreetings 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 ex-

pectations and set of standards to assess member conduct. This frame-

work and standard applies to each and every member, without excep-

tion. 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.

IntegrityThis is the foundation of the core values. Integrity is the

foundation upon which the other core values are built. Without it theother 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. Accep-tance 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 allapplicable Federal, State, and Local Laws. I agree to abide by the de-

cisions 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 likelegs of a stool. Applied properly and justly, they will maintain a bal-

ance. If one acts on conviction, but fails to control impulses and appe-

tites, then integrity will be out of balance and flawed.

RespectFor me this is the second most important core value. Respect

is defined by Webster as 1. To feel or show deferential regard for: es-

teem. 2. To avoid violation of or interference with. We must value thediverse membership in the unit and CAP. CAP has members from many

different ethnic, religious, racial, cultural, and gender-based back-

grounds. All have agreed to the same oath and therefore all must be respected equally. Respect will see the funda-mental worth in the individual and recognize the value that individual brings to the unit and organization. Integrit

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

UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, August 6

8th & I USMCSilent Drill Team

Washington DC

Sat/Sun, Aug 27-28

Senior Members

Squadron Leadership SchoolCulpeper VA

Fri-Sun, Sept 2-4

Car Parking FundraiserScottish GamesThe Plains, VA

Sat/Sun, Sept 17-18Spotsylvania County Sherriffs

Joint Search and Rescue Training

Fredericksburg VA

Fri-Sun, Oct 14-16

Virginia Wing Conference

Richmond VA

November TBD

White House TourWashington DC

Thursday, December 1

CAP 70th Anniversary Party

Saturday, December 3

Christmas Lights Parade

Fredericksburg VA


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VA. SQUADRON HONORS WWII

ALLIED NATIONS IN NATIONAL

MEMORIAL DAY PARADEBy SM/Lisa Sylvia, VA-108 PAO

Members of the Fredericksburg Composite Squadron carriedthe 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 hon-

ored the millions of fallen soldiers represented by the flags ofeach of our al-

lies. 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 capi-tol. 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, andto take a photo

with the member

holding their na-tions flag.

The National Memorial Day parade highlights were a specialtribute to the fallen of September 2011, a salute to the 100th An-

niversary of Naval Aviation, a tribute to the Special Operations

community and

recognition of

the 20th

Anniver-sary of the Gulf

War. The high-light for the Fredericksburg Composite Squadron was being

placed in the

staging area in

front of the Tus-kegee Airmen

and having a

chance to talkwith these famous aviators personally. Other celebrities who

participated in this televised event were Buzz Aldrin, Pat Sajakand Teresa Scanlan, Miss America 2011.

Deputy Cadet Commander, 1st Lt Linda A Tabb, began orga-

nizing the squadrons participation in this parade in Febru-

ary. It took time to get the paperwork in and plan for transpor-tation 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 recordedon the Military Channel. Its fun to be on television, smiled 1st Lt Tabb.

FREDERICKSBURG FLIGHT REPORT PAGE 2


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SENIOR MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Lt Col Frank Haas Honored For 40 Years Of ServiceBy SM/Lisa Sylvia, VA-108 PAO

You only get one trip in this world, so you might as well make themost out of it says Lt Col Frank Haas. Being busy is how Haasaccomplished his life motto. He was born and raised in Morgan-

town, 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 anaircraft carpenter established his desire to get an advanced educa-

tion and pursue his interest in aviation.

After becoming a certified aircraft mechanic, he was recalled intothe 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 enjoyedthose years and took great pride and perfectionism with his respon-sibility of ensuring that his airplanes were 100% safe.

It wasnt enough to work on the planes. Frank was certified as a pri-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 inthe growth and successes of the local squadron.

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 achievementsearned 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, andin 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.

There are people that grow moss on them when theydont 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 eyeout at the next Marine Corps Half Marathon in Freder-

icksburg and you might see him running with a radio

attached to his hip. His Amateur Radio Group providescommunication 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 grand-children.

Major Van Etten, VA Wing, Group 3

Commander, presents 40 Year

Red Service Ribbon.

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



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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 Avia-

tion Administrations (FAA) role in managing the National Air Space System and the role the TRACON playsin 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 shownthe 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 Traf-fic 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

ACHIEVEMENTSBy Lt Col Liz Sydow,

Professional Development Officer

Promotions:

2d Lt Curtis Padgett, 2d Lt Robert WardropCapt 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 IICapt Julius Garrett, 1st Lt Richard Leonard, 1st Lt Linda Tabb

Officer Basic CourseCapt Julius Garrett, 2d Lt Shari Barber, 2d Lt Melvin Jarrett

Yeager Award1st Lt Ann Campbell, 2d Lt Melvin Jarrett,

1st Lt Richard Leonard, SM Carmen Rutigliano

Unit Commanders CourseCapt Julius Garrett, 1st Lt Richard Leonard

Red Service Ribbon

40-years: Lt Col Frank Haas


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CADET SPOTLIGHTSBy 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 CampbellCadet Executive Officer: C/2dLt Luke ClarkCadet First Sergeant: C/CMSgt Jairus Tabb

Line Staff:

Color Guard Commander: C/CMSgt Daniel Sylvia

Falcon Flight Commander: C/CMSgt Matt PapandreaFalcon Flight Sgt: C/MSgt Daniel Montanaro

Eagle Flight Commander: C/CMSgt Gabriella DuncanEagle 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 PadgettPAO'S: C/TSgt Nicholas Leake, C/SSgt Jacob Barber

DDR: C/MSgt Daniel Montanaro

Logistics: C/SSgt Rebecca Montanaro

LOCKHEED MARTIN FIGHTER DEMONSTRATION CENTER


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. TheFDC is a private Lockheed Martin facility in Crystal

City, Virginia, designed and equipped to educate visi-tors about the companys two 5th generation fighteraircraft, the F-35 Lightning II (Joint Strike Fighter)

and F-22 Raptor. Various groups within the Depart-

ment of Defense, as well as congressional membersoften used the facility for discussions and demonstra-

tions related to these fighters. Cadets were briefed in

the large conference room and then spent time flying

in the cockpit demonstrators and utilizing the multipletouch-screen displays that further emphasized capa-

bilities and unique aspects of each aircraft.

C/1st Lt Leon Guerrero triesejection seat.

F-35 Cockpit Simulator.

C/SMSgt Sydow tries her skills in the F-35 simulator.

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


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COMMANDERS DESK: CAP Core Values

FROM PAGE 1There 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.

ExcellenceCan 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 disas-

trous consequences. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that we get the job done right the first time and ontime.

For me it goes beyond emergency services. Applying Excellence to the cadet program means that every cadetis 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 thisjob 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 im-

proving. 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 ServiceVoluntarily 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 dif-ferent ways within CAP. Some serve by supporting Emer-

gency 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 finestcitizens serving their community, country, and family. Serv-

ing satisfies the needs and requirements of the organization.

A fundamental part of serving involves following rules,

showing respect for others, and enforcing discipline and self

-control. Wearing the CAP uniform signifies we are a mem-ber of a professional organization and that we are dedicated

to service before self.

I encourage all members to read the oath to which weagreed, review the CAP Core Values, internally reflect and

self-assess your adherence and devotion the CAP goals, mis-

sion, and values. Remember, the Core Values apply to all.

Respectfully,

Capt Garrett

CADET COMMANDERS

CORNERBy C/2d Lt Rachel Boelsche

One Hundred PercentAllow me to extend my first official hello as

Cadet Commander. Im

very excited to have thisopportunity to lead Freder-

icksburgs outstanding ca-

dets. As of right now, you

cadets probably do notknow what to expect from

me, or (more importantly)

what I will expect from

you. My goal for each ofyou is very simple: 100%.

If you give your best, you

have no reason to look back. So over the nextfew months (and hopefully for the rest of your

careers) keep that phrase in mind, and you will

be just fine.

100%!!!



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PENTAGON TOURBy 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 build-ings. It was truly amazing...it was like a business

office, a mall and a museum all in one! The Penta-

gon 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 wewalked passed the many shops inside. He then took

us into a room dedicated to the 9/11 incident. Insidethis 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 windowswere a green tint, the tour guide explained that it is

actually Mylar, and if somebody tries takes a pic-

ture, it would show up as a green photo.

Then, we went outside to the five acre courtyard or

the middle of the pentagon. We started to put ourcovers on our head but then we noticed that the othermilitary members did not have their covers on...the

tour guide explained that the courtyard was the larg-

est no hat, no salute zone. In the middle of the court-

yard is a hot dog stand. Yummy right? Well, he alsosaid 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 killedin the building. 184 illuminated benches have been put according to the vic-tim's ages. Dana Falkenberg was the youngest at 3 years old and John Yam-

nicky 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 insidethe Pentagon are arranged so that people reading the names will face the Pen-

tagon. 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 theplane traveled. It was a great learning experience and we all had fun!

CADET PROMOTIONS

Congratulations to the following cadets who havepromoted 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

Neil Armstrong (Achievement 8)

C/CMSgt Matthew G Papandrea

Phase III Flight Commander (Achievement 9)C/1stLt Xavier P Campbell



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VA-108 CYBERPATRIOT TEAM

FORMING

On June 2nd, Lt Col Bill Sydowgave the cadets a briefing about

the CyberPatriot Competitionunderway for 2011. The Freder-icksburg Composite Squadron is

forming a team. Competitors

must be at least 13 years old andin grades 9-12 (or equivalent if

home schooled/in a school that does not make this distinc-

tion) 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 futureyears.

The team will be coached by SM/Lisa Sylvia. Lt Col Sydowexplained to the cadets the importance of cyber security ex-

perts to be developed in our nation. Our country will have

a need for tens of thousands of computer security profession-als 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 cy-ber 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 Armory1700 Jefferson Davis Highway

Fredericksburg VA

(Senior meetings on 2nd and 4th

Thursday of the month)

MAILING ADDRESS:

Fredericksburg Composite Squadron

24 Cascade LnFredericksburg VA 22406-4224

SQUADRON COMMANDER

Capt Julius Garrett540-752-0363

[email protected]

DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR CADETS

1st Lt Linda Tabb

[email protected]

DEPUTY COMMANDER FOR SENIORS1st Lt Richard Leonard540-408-3149

[email protected]

CADET COMMANDERC/2dLt Rachel Boelsche

540-834-0155

[email protected]

RECRUITMENT &

RETENTION OFFICER2d Lt Shari Barber540-373-5215

[email protected]

PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICERLisa Sylvia

[email protected]


MEMBERS RAISE $2,000.00

FOR SQUADRON!

Thanks to all the volunteers for

working on Fathers Day!

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