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    nside this issue:

    ommanders 1

    alendar

    2

    fety Corner 3

    andards and Eval 4

    AO and Character

    evelopment

    orner

    5

    AO Photo Alert 6

    E.S.S. 7

    adets Corner 8

    erospace andghtspeed Grantpdate

    9

    adet Change ofommand

    10

    adet Fun Night 11

    n Man

    12

    ecent Cadetomotions

    13-15

    via 15

    elena Hamfest 16

    COMMANDERS CORNER . . .

    SFC Aaron Causey,Oxford native andformer member of thePell City Civil AirPatrol along with hisbrothers, wasseverely injured

    September 7 by animprovised explosivedevice in

    Afghanistan. Aaronlost both legs and issuffering from a broken arm and damage to bothhands.

    Aaron is still in ICU at Walter Reed National MilitarHospital in Bethesda, Maryland. His wife, father amother are by his side.

    A Caring Bridge site has been set up and is regulaupdated by Aarons family. You can visit this site at:

    http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/aaroncausey

    Cards may be sent to:

    SFC Aaron Causey/Army

    General Delivery

    8901 Wisconsin Ave.

    Bethesda, Maryland 20889

    Jim Gosnell

    Squadron

    Commander

    Maj. Jim Gosnell

    eputy Commander for

    Cadet Programs -

    Capt. Cindy Bennett

    To serve America by developing our Nations youth; accomplishing

    local, state and national emergency and humanitarian missions; andeducating our citizens on the impact of aviation and space.

    - CAP Mission Statement

    nd Lt. Elizabeth Shurbutt,PAO and Newsletter

    [email protected]

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    October 2011October 2011

    Calendar . . . Page

    Cadet Schedule and Uniform for October 2011:October 6 PT, Iron Man Team Training, Safety Brief How to Run Class

    (UniformP.T.)October 13 Leadership Drill, Lead Lab, Advanced drill for higher NCOs

    (UniformBlues)October 20 Character Development, ES, Custom and Courtesy

    (UniformBDUs)

    October 27 Aerospace, AEX, Mentor Time (UniformBDUs)

    Please note that the time officially changesNovember 6.

    WESS at Vigilant Warri

    WESS . . .

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    Safety Corner . . . Page 3

    SAFETYMost of you should have received a notice from our CAP headquarters concerning the use of

    cellphones while in flight. The author, Col. Joe Smith, gives us a brief history of CAPsinvolvement with the use of cellphones and some special phones with different frequencies otherthan the normal cellphone. The special ones, he says, are approved for use in flight while thenormal ones are prohibited by the FCC. Note that this is not the FAA but the FCC.

    This is not the first time the FCC has put restrictions on aircraft communications, and this is noteven the most threatening. The worst thing the FCC has done to general aviation (CAP is a partof general aviation), even more recently, is its approval of the plans of a private company calledLightSquared that proposes to cover the USA with a canopy of 40,000 towers that will endeavor toprovide rural communities with high speed internet connections. This sounds like a good idea, onethat president Obama ran on in the last election, but the way it is to be implemented is deadly togeneral aviation. In test after test, it has been proven that LightSquareds towers completely blockGPS signals many miles away from the tower locations. Not only does it affect aviation, itinterferes with agricultural uses of GPS and with your own automobile usage as well. Thanks tothe efforts of the FAA, AOPA, and many other grass roots organizations, LightSquared has beenslowed down for the present but maybe not defeated as they need to be. I urge your support forthe effort to maintain the integrity of our GPS signals. They are vital to the missions of the CAP,General Aviation, and many other segments of our society!

    Now back to cellphones. Personally, I have tried several times to get my cellphone to work atrelatively low altitudes (about 1,000 AGL) with absolutely no success. I was flying with a anotherpilot one time, and he was able to get his text messaging working famously and helped us get aproblem solved while on a mission without having to land and call on the ground. But that wasthen and this is now. We have been advised, and we must comply, that CAP will conform with theFCC regulations and not use cellphones while in flight for voice, texting, email or any otheruse..period!

    Some time ago, I wrote to you about an incident that happened on take off with the crew of amajor airline. During the take off roll, the co-pilots cellphone rang, and it was almost interpreted to

    be an Abort Take Off alarm and nearly resulted in such until it was determined to be themembers cellphone. As it turned out, the airlines rules and the FAAs did not prohibit the phonebeing on at takeoff or even in the air, as long as he didnt use it to call or receive a call. Isubsequently offered my suggestions for cellphone use in our aircraft that I believe complies withall regulations and gives us the safest way to use our cellphones.

    Cell phones can be used while the aircraft is on the ground to get IFR clearances, a flightrelease, or any other business related to the mission at hand. However, I suggested that, whenused, the pilot should pull over to a safe parking spot and keep the aircraft stationary until thecellphone use is completed. Dont have the copilot do it while you are taxiing because it distractsthem from helping you avoid ground incursions or other errors.

    In the air, we are all aware of the tremendous aid that pinging towers by cellphones has been

    in finding lost aircraft. I advise that, even though you cant use the phones in the air, keep themturned on to provide a cellphone tower tracking pattern as you fly. Yes, it will tax your batteryseverely but it may be the key to your rescue in the event that you go down.

    STAY SAFE,Ron Harlan, Safety Officer

    Reminder: Read the newsletter and receive a Safety Briefing Credit.

    Please email Ron Harlan at - [email protected]

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    STANDARDS AND EVAL . . . Page

    Fall is finally in the air, and the beginning of fall brings cooler weather. It is this time of year thawe start thinking about how we are operating our aircraft engines. Unlike the summer when thengine was already warm before we ever started it, now the engine will be cool or cold.

    Of course, this applies to the temperature of the oil as well. We know that when oil gets coolerit gets thicker. We are operating the engine with some very good multi-viscosity oil which helpsin these cooler temperatures. Why is this an issue? Well, the engine has ports throughout itwhich the oil moves through to keep all the parts inside well lubricated. If the oil is too thick tomove through the engine, these parts will start to wear and the engine will not last as long as itwas designed to last.

    So, how can we help the oil warm up and move throughout the engine to keep everything welllubricated? We, as a squadron, have some tools available to assist us with this. Our first tool

    a hanger, and while the hanger is not heated it does keep some of the moisture off the airframeSecond, some of our members have constructed an engine compartment heater that will helppre-heat the engine. Also when operating in a cool or cold environment the engine should notbe increased to a high RPM until you have some oil temperature showing on the cockpit gaugeIf you are flying an aircraft with cowl flaps, close the cowl flaps until you see signs oftemperature on the oil temperature gauge. When starting the engine, do so in a low RPMsetting (i.e. low throttle) as this will keep the engine from racing as it starts.

    If we will use these techniques during this time of year, our aircraft engine should serve us for avery long time.

    Fly Safe,Maj Chris Iddins

    ALWG Assist DOV / AL-118 Stand/Eval officer

    Looking for Writers!!!The Flight Log needs writers who would be willing to submit articles that pertain to the mission

    of CAP. Cadets, wed love to hear about your trips to WESS, Encampment, NESA, specialtraining, volunteering ventures, etc. . . This applies to all senior members as well. Photosalways add a lot to the articles. Please consider writing an article for the next newsletter.

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    Character Development and PAOs CORNER . . . Page 5

    Character DevelopmentA very old statement found in a very ancient book (that still happens to be on the best sellelist), says, Do to others as you would want them to do to you. It is sometimes referred to the Golden Rule, but however it is classified, it is the secret to any organization relationship being successful.

    The writer of the statement knew that if one treats others with respect, honor, courtesy, akindness, it would come back to the person giving. If an organization treats its members subordinates as if they were the most integral part of the organization, the members wouldturn feel like giving more of themselves to that organization. I recently watched a televisiprogram called Undercover Boss in which the CEO of a major company went undercover an entry-level employee to see how his organization was running and how the employees fabout their jobs and management. It was an eye opening experience for the CEO, needlesssay. When he gave the employees the appreciation that they needed and deserved, they

    turn worked harder to please the company and management. Both were in a win-

    wsituation.

    If you dont really believe in the power or truth of this old adage, I challenge you to experimewith it. I can almost guarantee that you will see positive results and in turn, will feel so mubetter about yourself and the job that you do. We all have important jobs in CAP. Leencourage each other to excellence! Our great organization will be a better one, and we wbecome better leaders and followers!

    2nd Lt. Elizabeth Shurbutt, PAO and Character Development Director

    WHERE TO FIND US ON THEINTERNET:

    Civil Air Patrolwww.gocivilairpatrol.com/

    Cadet Serviceshttp://www.capmembers.com/

    Alabama Wing of Civil Air Patrol

    http://www.alwg.cap.gov/

    Pell City Civil Air Patrolhttp://www.pellcitycap.org/

    Wing Emergency Services School (WESS)

    http://wess.alwg.us/

    Photo Files on Flickrhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/bethshurbutt/collections/72157615727997818/

    On Facebook: Civil Air Patrol, AL WingCivil Air Patrol, PellCity Composite Squadron, SER-AL-118, Civil Air Patrol

    CADET PROGRAM EMAILGROUP:

    A Yahoo Email group has been set up to macommunication between members easiInvitations were sent to all the cadet members

    If you are not receiving updates and remindefrom the Yahoo Group, you most likely are no

    member of it yet.

    Please contact Beth Shurbutt at:

    [email protected] and request that sadd you to the group.

    You can also go to the Yahoo Group site ajoin:

    http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PellCityCAP/

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    PAO continued . . . Page

    ATTENTION SENIOR MEMBERS AND CADETS: PHOTO ALERT!!has recently come to my attention that by January 1, 2012, all CAP members will be required to have a

    hoto on file with CAP Headquarters for your membership card and CAP Form 101 Specialty Qualificationard. Once youve taken or had your photo taken, it needs to be uploaded to eServices. From there is went to your commander for validation prior to use. If it is rejected for any reason, you will be notified by

    mail.

    AP Photo Guidelines:Must be a color picture with a full face and frontal view Must have a white or off-white backgroundPhotos should capture from just above the top of the head to the bottom of the neck line. Photo should be in normal street attire or appropriate CAP uniform.Photo must have been taken within the last 12 months. If you normally wear prescription glasses, wear them for the picture. If they are transition lenses, wait until they becometransparent before taking the picture.Head should be centered in the picture and eyes open and looking forward at the camera Preferred electronic photo format is .jpg, although .png and .gif are acceptable.

    Photo needs to be replaced with a current over every five years

    easons for Photo Rejection:Wearing of headgear, hat, cover, etc. . . .

    Wearing of sunglassesDark or multi-colored backgroundFlag in backgroundVertical or horizontal distortionShot from the waist up

    nstructions for Uploading Photo to eServices:Go to www.capnhq.gov or www.capmembers.com (look for eServices link on the left side toolbar)Login to eServies (Note: If you have not registered before, click on First Time eServices users click here to activate youraccount! below the login box)

    * You will need the following to register: your last name, last four digits of your SSN, your email address andyour birth date.

    Once you have logged on to eServices, click on CAP Photo Upload under CAP Utilities on the left side of the page. Click on the Browse button and go to where the picture file is located on your computer. Double click the picture file and click the Continue to Crop button.Resize and drag the box to highlight/ center your head and neckline as shown in the photoon the front of this update.Click Crop Photo in order to save itOnce you click Crop Photo, your photo will be submitted to your unit commander for

    validation.

    eginning October 13, I will be taking photos for those who would like for me toapture their photo and edit it. Please let me know ASAP if youd like for me toake your photo for your records. I will also be offering this service for theenior Side of our squadron. My deadline for taking your photo will beecember 15. This will give me time to edit and send the photo to you so thatou can submit it and have it approved. There will be no charge for this service.

    lease contact me with any questions you may have.nd Lt. Elizabeth L. Shurbutt, PAO - [email protected]

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    W.E.S.S. (http://wess.alwg.us/) . . . Page

    he time is quickly approaching when W.E.S.S. (Wing Emergency Services School) will begin the 2011 -20ycle. If you are participating in W.E.S.S. you must let Cpt. Bennett and Cadet Jonathan Watkins knowSAP. Here are some important things you need to be aware of:

    Date of 1st WESSOctober 14-16LocationVigilant Warrior Compound

    articipant Requirements

    l participants must be cadets or senior members in good standing. Cadet participants must be at least a Cadet Airmen.

    asic school participants should have completed General Emergency Services (available on -line) by the end of the cycle.

    dvanced school and Team Leader school participants must be a qualified GTM-3 in Ops/Quals (eservices). Team Leaderchool participants must be senior members, or cadets at least 18 years of age.

    nally, all participants must bring a completed WESS Medical Form to the first school session. (you can open the formnline at:tp://wess.alwg.us/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=22&Itemid=37

    osthe fee for this cycle is $15, due at the October session. This fee covers the entire cycle. This money is used to provide all theaining materials for the participants. In addition, Basic Students must pay an additional $15 fee to cover Basic First Aid. Thisdditional fee is due during the January Event.

    ear (also refer to: Gear Requirements and Explanationsee above web link)here is generally concern over the amount of equipment that must be purchased in order to participate. The following details aequipment that is the necessary equipment to participate in the training. If individuals do not have each item on this list, they

    ot be able to participate. At some point during the training cycle, each individual must have all the equipment listed in task O-0order to complete the task. However, not all the task equipment is required up front. We attempt to curtail the amount of

    quipment that is required to participate in the first few weekends. After participating in ES training, many individuals decide thamergency services activities simply do not interest them. Consequently, new (and possibly unused equipment) simply goes toaste. However, if participants feel as if ES activities interest them, they can acquire equipment slowly over time as they comeir training. Our squadron does own some equipment that can be issued out to cadets on an as -needed basis; however, thisquipment must be returned to the squadron after the weekend is complete. Most of this equipment can be purchased relativelyexpensively at discount stores or military surplus depots.

    EQUIRED LISTBattle Dress Uniforms (BDUs), 1 set, complete with all required name tapes and patches, cutouts, and grade insignia in

    accordance with CAPM 39-1BDU capCombat boots, at least one pair (well broken in)Blue belt w/subdued tip and buckle for wear w/ BDUsCoat appropriate for climateUnderclothes and socks sufficient for three days (There are bathrooms where you can clean up but not shower)Toilet kit, including: soap & toothbrush (in cases), toothpaste, razor and shaving cream (as necessary), comb or brush (asnecessary), items of feminine hygiene (as necessary), deodorant or antiperspirant, shampoo, other items as necessary (enoto last you for your entire stay). A towel and washcloths may be useful!

    At least two quarts of water . (Canteens or camelbacks are suggested. Youll have a place to fill them up.)

    International orange reflective vestPocket knifeFlashlight (With Red Lens)Pocket note pad (3" x 5"), pen and pencil.Inexpensive wristwatch.Shelter material, preferably 8' x 10' (spare military poncho meets the need).Food for two days (NO JUNK FOODhigh protein, dried fruit and nuts, breakfast bars, canned meat and fruit) You will not h

    a means for heating or cooling your food.Sleeping bag, bedroll or poncho liner (It will get very cold during the winter.)CompassWhistle

    ** If you cannot find any of the above items, please ask someone in the squadron. There may bextras that can be loaned to you. You MUST have allyour gear byOctober 13**

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    Cadet Corner . . . Page 8

    Cadet CornerWell, it doesnt seem like summer should be gone.but it is! Officially we

    ave seen school start back, the football season begin and the first day of fall comend go. The National Cadet Special Activities are history, but those who attendedem have their wonderful memories forever.During this summer we have had Pell City cadets attend Basic Encampment at

    McClellan, Al., Advanced Technologies Academy at the Air Force Academy inolorado, and let us not forget NESA in Camp Atterbury, Indiana. We are nowearing up (literally) for the start of the 2011-2012 Wing Emergency Serviceschool (WESS) and the Iron Man competition. We have had a cadet change ofommand and we welcome our new Cadet Commander C/1Lt Rachel Shurbutt. Inow she will face some awesome tasks and meet the challenges with grit andetermination.

    For all those that are interested in attending the WESS cycle this year, you willnd the basic information at www.wess.alwg.us . If you go to the documents tab,ou can read the documents that are listed there and I would print out everythingxcept the staff assignments and reimbursement procedures. You will need to bring the filled out medical form with

    the first cycle you attend. The first weekend this year is Oct 14-16, that is just around the corner. The announcemtter, and the how to prepare document have important information you will need to know and a list of some thingou need to do in order to attend. Also, print out the map because you never know when you might need to get to oaining grounds on your own. Before you can attend WESS you will need to have your first achievement (Curry)ompleted. If you cant have this done by the first session in Oct, you can still start in Nov. The cost of the WESS cy

    $15 due the first session you attend and another fee for the first aid training in January. Also, remember that youhould not invest in a lot of expensive gear until you decide if this training is for you.

    Iron Man training is also underway. Our Iron Man team is meeting 30 minutes before the regular meeting each we prepare for this years competition. Iron Man weekend is Nov 4-5 at Auburn University. This years competition w

    e a little different from previous years so you need to be ready to think as well as do push ups. If you dont know h

    read a map using UTM, better start finding out what that is and practicing! Also it might help if you are familiar w

    he Auburn campus. If you arent why dont you check out www.Auburn.edu and see if there is a map available to sterospace knowledge and current events in the aerospace field should be another area to study. You never know whaou will face at Iron Man. Are you ready? The web site www.areyouanironman.com has a lot of information availabs well as the rules for this event. All team members should read the rules and know them so you dont get penalized

    oks like it is going to be an awesome competition. Check it out!

    pt. Cynthia Bennett, Deputy Commander of Cadets

    CADET OATH"I pledge to serve faithfully in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program and that I will attenmeetings regularly, participate actively in unit activities, obey my officers, wear my

    uniform properly and advance my education and training rapidly to prepare myself t

    be of service to my community, state and nation."

    Trivia Question(s)Question:What is the chain of command, how does it work,

    and sketch our current cadet chain of command for the cadet side.

    Bonus Question: Name the Senior side chain of command.Email your answers to: [email protected]

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    Aerospace . . . Page 9

    Aerospace HiHave you been keeping up with the latest current events in the

    aerospace world. At the top of the news lately was the six ton satellite thate-entered Earths atmosphere. For a week the world watched as scientists

    wondered where it would re-enter the atmosphere and hoped it would notbe in a populated place. This satellite was put into orbit before NASA startedequipping them with guidance systems for re-entry. As it was it came downn the Pacific ocean,

    Did you see the connection to CAP in the airshow tragedy that killed 9people. In the audience was a cadet with his father and they rushed to aidhe injured after the accident. This is the type of behavior that exemplifiesCAP and we should all be very proud to be a part of this fine organization.

    Seniors, once again a gentle reminder about obtaining your Yeageraward. Read or download the book. Take the online open book, untimed test and receive the Yeager. It helps for your promotioequirements. No down side to this, nice award and a little history lesson too. There are Journey of Flightbooks in the ops roor you to study, get one today.Cpt. Cynthia Bennett

    CAP receives 2nd Lightspeed Aviation

    Foundation Grant

    September 23, 2011

    Col. Cassandra Huchko, Connecticut Wing commander and Col. Christopher J.Hayden, Northeast Region commander hold the $10,000 Lightspeed AviationFoundation check presented to Civil Air Patrol at the AOPA Summit in HartfordConn., as the foundations founder and president, Allan Schrader (center, behind

    check) looks on. Also present were (from left) Lt. Cols. Tony Vallillo, Connecticut Wing chief of staff, and Matt Valleau, Connecticut Wing vice commander;Col. Dan Leclair, Maine Wing commander; (from right) Maj. John deAndrade,standardization/evaluation officer for the Connecticut Wings Thames River Com

    posite Squadron; and Capt. Oran Mills, aerospace education officer for the Con-necticut Wings Silver City Cadet Squadron.

    Photo courtesy of Lightspeed Aviation Foundation

    NATIONAL HEADQUARTERSFor the second straight year, Civil Air Patrol is the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the LightspeedAviation Foundations gift and grant program as one of the nations best aviation charitable organizations.

    Allan Schrader, Lightspeed Aviation president, made the contribution to CAP this morning at the Pilots Choice Awards at the AOPA Avition Summit in Hartford, Conn.

    Col. Christopher J. Hayden, commander of the Northeast Region, accepted the grant, which recognizes CAP as one of the top five aviatiocharitable organizations in America in 2011. Twenty aviation charities were nominated as potential grant recipients, but only the top fiveas chosen by pilots and other aviation enthusiasts from across the countryreceived grants.

    The pilot community has spoken and, once again, the Civil Air Patrol stands out as one of the most valued and respected avia tion charitiin our nation, Schrader said. On behalf of the Lightspeed Aviation Foundation, it is truly an honor to support the incredib le work of CivAir Patrol.

    Maj. Gen. Charles L. Carr Jr., CAPs national commander, was pleased with the recognition and the contribution. I would like to extendour gratitude to citizens across America who cast their vote in support of CAP, Carr said.

    The grant will be put to good use promoting aerospace education through CAPs Aerospace Connections in Education, or ACE, pro gram,which benefits more than 100 schools and 15,000 students across the nation

    The Lightspeed Aviation Foundation launched the gift and grant program in 2010. Since then, the foundation has produced millions of impressions through social media, the web, public relations and events on behalf of CAP and the other finalist charities.

    The other 2011 grant recipients were Mission Aviation Fellowship, The Ninety-Nines, Recreational Aviation Foundation and Wings ofHope.

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    Change of Command . . . Page 1

    September 15, 2011, marked the Change of Command for the position ofCadet Commander at the Pell City Squadron. C/1Lt. Rachel A. Shurbuttofficially became the new Cadet Commander , taking over from C/2ndLt.Trent Johnson. Rachel, a senior, homeschooled student, has been anactive member of Civil Air Patrol since February, 2007 and is excited to hathis new opportunity of service with CAP.

    Rachel has also completed Basic and Advanced Ground Team certificationwith Wing Emergency Services and will be serving on staff at WESS thisyear.

    Proud parents of Rachel are Cpt. Eddie Shurbutt and 2Lt. ElizabethShurbutt.

    Congratulations, Rachel!!! You will do a great job!

    Pell City Cadet Staff

    Cadet CommanderC/1st Lt. Rachel Shurbutt

    Executive OfficerC/1st Lt. Brain ScottCadet Deputy CommanderC/2nd Lt. Jerrod Finlay

    Flights Commanders C/Chief MSgt Michael Norwood (Bravo Flight)C/Chief MSgt Jonathan Watkins (Alpha Flight)

    Flight Sergeants C/MSgt Christian Norwood (Alpha Flight)C/Chief MSgt Allaina Howard (Bravo Flight)

    Leadership OfficersC/TSgt John Smith and Christian NorwoodAerospace OfficerC/Chief MSgt Jonathan Watkins

    Safety OfficerC/2nd Lt. Daniel SmithEmergency Services OfficerC/2nd Lt. Jerrod Finlay

    P.T. OfficerC/Maj. Peter Randolph

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    Fun Night . . . Page 1

    he 5th Thursday of the month marks CAP Fun Night. This month, all the cadets met at the Communityenter and had finger foods and played games. The Howards provided delicious cupcakes in honor ofllainas 16th birthday!! After a brief game of Apples to Apples, the cadets migrated to the basketball cohere they ALL played a very competitive game of basketball. The next 5th Thursday will fall onecember 29th. Be thinking about something fun and exciting to do that night!!!

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    Iron Man . . . Page 12

    IRON Man Competition 2011This year's Iron Man Competition will be held a little earlier than normal due to a change in footballschedules here at Auburn University. The dates will be Friday and Saturday, November 4th & 5th. Asalways, Friday evening will be your check-in time, in-processing, safety/ORM briefings, and the firstpart of the competition. Saturday, all day, we will continue the competition. We look forward to being

    able to get everyone out no later than 5pm this year, as some of the issues that kept us a little late lastyear have been addressed and tweaked.

    Things to look forward to this year:

    1) New Friday night schedule and in-processing procedure

    2) Completely new Compass/DF event

    3) Me (as always of course)

    4) Fantastic new run route with a lot of fun and difficult challenges along the way (I've already been onpart of it...good stuff!)

    5) What else could you be doing with your time? Re-lacing your tennis shoes?!? Checking the elasticin your socks?!? Get down here and have some fun and fellowship with other CAP members fromaround the Wing and Region!

    Again, November 4-5 will be the dates for this year's CAP Iron Man Competition. We look forward toseeing everyone out there. Registration packets will be put out to the squadrons and uploaded to thewebsite as soon as possible once the ALWG FY12 budget is finalized/approved and we know exactlywhat the final IMC budget will be.

    For more information on the competition in general, visit the website athttp://www.areyouanironman.com.

    Time to start getting those brains and lungs into shape!!!!!

    Christopher Tate, Maj, CAPCommanderSER-AL-113(c) 205.240.4169www.ser-al-113.orgwww.areyouanironman.com

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    Recent Cadet Promotions . . . Page 13

    Cadet MSgt. Tiffany Chandler

    Cadet MSgt. Christian Norwood

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    Recent Cadet Promotions . . . Page 14

    Cadet SrA Alena Scott

    Cadet Amn. Gabriel Sweatt

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    Recent Cadet Promotions . . . Page 1

    Cadet SrA David Thompson

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    IA

    Identify this manand give 5

    interesting factsabout him.

    Send your answersto:

    [email protected]

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    HAMFEST at Helena . . . Page 16


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