New Mexico Wing, Civil Air Patrol, P.O.

Box 5069, Kirtland AFB, New Mexico 87185-5069

1st Edition, February 2009 Editor: 1Lt Norman Reames, PAO

PHASING OUT OF ELT OPERATING ON 121.5/243

By: John A. Salvador, Director of Missions, HQ CAP [email
photo complements of http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cospas-Sarsat
On 1 Feb 2009 the SAR satellites will no longer pick up 121.5/243 ELT signals.
However, the Federal government has not made the new 406 ELT mandatory, so CAP is still going to get a
significant number of 121.5 ELT missions. Many of these missions will be initiated after 1 Feb by pilot reports
from the air. These reports will usually filter down through FAA channels to the AFRCC. This means that CAP
will still be tasked by AFRCC for 121.5 ELT missions after 1 Feb. In addition, CAP will be searching for 406
ELTs via AFRCC mission taskings just like we do now.
CAP is upgrading our fleet as quickly as possible with the new 406 ELT and Becker DF units (the Becker units
pick up both the 121.5 and 406 ELTs). We currently have over 200 aircraft equipped with both the new 406 ELT
and the Becker DF unit. In addition, an upgrade to the existing Becker DF units is projected to be accomplished
in the spring/summer of 2009, to add all the new 406 ELT frequencies that have been authorized for use. This
upgrade will require shipping the Becker DF unit back to the vendor. Additional details on how this will be
accomplished will be sent out by HQ CAP/LG when Becker finalizes the new software and lets CAP know they
are ready to begin the upgrade process.
Training for the ELT changeover is essential. Finding 121.5 ELTs will probably take more time and resources
after 1 Feb, because we won't have the satellite "hits" to help us pinpoint where it's located. In addition, CAP will
start having more and more 406 ELT missions as aircraft owners swap out their old beacons. This may require
additional training to ensure our crews are fully qualified to operate the Becker DF units in CAP aircraft.
I'd also like to pass along some great news. CAP was credited with saving 90 lives in FY08 on SAR missions!
Thank you for providing the leadership to make this happen. We're all very proud of the outstanding work you
and your members do for our nation.

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February 2009
PLAN TO ATTEND:

SOUTHWEST REGIONAL STAFF COLLEGE (SWRSC)

11-17 JULY 2009
Kirtland Air Force Base Albuquerque, New Mexico
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Customs and Courtesies ·Team Building · Conference Planning · Leadership Influences · Situational Leadership ·
Time Management · Functions of Management · Problem Solving · Diversity Exercise · Human Relations · Core
Values/Ethics · Barriers to Communications · Preparing to Communicate · Effective Writing · Behavioral Analysis
· Professionalism
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Cost is:
$95.00 (includes all RSC activities & graduation banquet)
$34.75/night Room on Kirtland AFB (shared bath)
$10.00/day (approximate) meals in KAFB Dining Hall
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Send your completed CAPF17 to the Wing HQ and a copy to Lt. Col. Robert Whitely, SWRC 2009 Directory
P.O. Box 18-663, Arlington, TX 76096-663

Corporate Learning Course

CLC – 18-19 April 2009 at Wing Headquarter
See Contact: Col. Dennis Manzanares
Email: taosatty@quixnet.net or nmcap1@quixnet.net

NMWNG PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICERS (PAO) WORKSHOP

18 & 19 July 2009
Wing Headquarters · Kirtland Air Force Base Albuquerque, New Mexico
One of the most important mission commanders and the PAO has is telling the CAP story. Without the story CAP
of how we serve our local communities, our state and our nation CAP would not exist. Recruiting, retention and
even funding can be severely impacted by not telling the story.

The Public Affairs Workshop will cover all the basics the squadron commander, the PAOs & the MIOs will need to
know and do to accomplish the duty assignments.

Every Senior Member and Cadet PAO or MIO throughout the Wing should take advantage of this training
opportunity provided for them.

STAY TUNED – for more information about this workshop will be emailed as the date of the workshop
approaches.
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February 2009
 Emergency Services Training - 2009
Date Training Location
21 MAR PLANNERS SECTION CHIEF TRAINING NMWNG HQ – downstairs
28 MAR SAREX TBD

18 APR FEMA ICS-400 TRAINING (MUST BE CONFIRMED TO ATTEND) NMWNG HQ – downstairs

25 APR EXERCISE, SAR/DR/HLS TBD

16 MAY GROUND TEAM MEMBER 3 TRAINING NMWNG HQ – downstairs

16 MAY COMMUNICATION UNIT LEADER TRAINING NMWNG HQ – upstairs
23-25 EXERCISE, USCG ELEPHANT BUTTE/NAVAJO LAKES
MAY

20 JUN OPERATION SECTION CHIEF TRAINING NMWNG HQ – downstairs

27 JUN EXERCISE, SUPER ES ABQ

3 JUL EXERCISE, USCG ELEPHANT BUTTE/ NAVAJO LAKES

25 JUL TABLE TOP TRAINING EXERCISE NMWNG HQ
25 JUL PRE SAR EVAL TBD

22 AUG INCIDENT COMMANDER 3 TRAINING NMWNG HQ – downstairs

29 AUG PRE SAR EVAL TBD

5 SEP USCG ELEPHANT BUTTE/NAVAJO LAKES

26 SEP SAR EVAL TBD

It has come to our attention that some of our members are taking an online US Department of Agriculture
ICS 300 course that is designed as a prep course for the required classroom portion. The online course
description does not specify that it is a prep course for ICS 300 (it should!) but the opening welcome slide
clearly states this (see item #1 below). Some of our members are taking this prep course, printing the
certificate (it says completion of ICS 300 but there is no instructor signature and it does not state it is
simply a prep course) and submitting it as documentation to meet CAP's ICS 300 training
requirement. Item #2 from FEMA below shows the full ICS 300 course is 18 hours in length and is
available from certified State Training Officers.

Members will be required to take the online FEMA training for IS-100 and IS-200 and encouraged to take
IS-700 and IS-800 prior to taking ICS-300.
IS-100.a Introduction to Incident Command System, I-100 http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/IS100A.asp
IS-200.a ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/IS200A.asp
IS-700.a NIMS An Introduction http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/is700a.asp
IS-800.B National Response Framework, An Introduction http://training.fema.gov/EMIWeb/IS/IS800b.asp

Members of the Wing are strongly urged to take the ICS-300 and ICS-400 training
to maintain currency in Emergency Services.

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February 2009
 Safety (Flight) – Bird Strikes & Avian Hazards
By: Maj. Jeff Yevcak, the Randolph AFB safety officer and liaison officer to CAP

Sharing the air with birds is a great thing, except when aircraft and birds try to occupy the same space at
the same time. Usually that is a lose-lose proposition.

Bird strikes, while not considered a big issue for light general aviation aircraft, have been responsible for
some major accidents and more than 300 fatalities since the age of flight began. According to an FAA
study, more than 16,000 collisions occurred during a recent seven-year period over the United States,
Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Nearly 80 percent occurred less than 1,000 feet above the
ground, but some high fliers have encountered flocks of birds at altitudes exceeding 20,000 feet.

Some of the physics of a bird encounter may pique your interest. Hitting a two-pound seagull - the type of
bird most likely to be involved in a bird strike - at a speed of 120 mph results in an impact force of 4,800
pounds.

The engine of a propeller-driven aircraft is seldom harmed. The danger comes from broken windshields
or structural damage to wings or empennage. The danger of a bird joining you in the cockpit should not
be underestimated. A firsthand account comes from a Cessna 172 pilot: "With explosive suddenness, the
windshield shattered, air rushed in, and my door blew open. There was a thud against the back of my
seat, and the noise rose to deafening levels. With increased drag we quickly lost airspeed and altitude."

One of the most likely places to encounter birds is the airspace around airports. Airports are occasionally
located adjacent to dumps. This is considered an incompatible mix as birds are attracted in large
numbers to garbage and thus pose a hazard to arriving and departing aircraft.

The Air Force Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard Team has developed some guidance for avoiding bird strikes:

Avoid low altitude flight as much as feasible to reduce the risk of a strike.
Strikes are most likely in August, September, and October - particularly in migratory flyways.
o These tend to be the larger birds.
o Keep a lookout, just as you would for other flying objects.
Dawn and dusk are the times with the highest probability of a bird encounter.
Turn on landing or recognition lights. This helps birds see oncoming aircraft.
Plan to climb. Birds almost invariably dive away, but there are exceptions.
Slow down. This will allow birds more time to get out of your way and will lessen the impact force
if you do hit one.
If a collision seems likely, duck below the glare shield to avoid being hit by the bird and flying
plexiglass. Advise passengers to do the same. Protect your eyes and head.
If a collision occurs, fly the aircraft first. Assess the damage and decide whether you can make it
to an airport or you should make an off-airport landing. Declare an emergency - it doesn't cost
anything. Even if no damage is visible, divert to the nearest airport and have a mechanic look at
the airplane. There are likely to be some aerodynamic modifications (AKA - Dents) that do not
have FAA approval.

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February 2009
 Safety (Ground) – Flooding
By: Maj Jeff Yevcak, the Randolph AFB safety and liaison officer to CAP

Floods kill people and destroy homes in many parts of the United States every year. Federal agencies
estimate that an average of over 125 people die every year in the United States because of flooding,
although losses vary widely from year to year. Of course the live video of a family clinging to their car in a
swollen river as rescuers winch down from a helicopter is so compelling that few viewers can change
channels. But flooding is also worth covering because if people are informed, they can make decisions
which will save lives.

Flooding actually occurs from a range of causes and conditions—not always the ones that first come to
mind. For example, few people appreciate that inland flooding has been the cause of more than half the
deaths arising from hurricanes in the last three decades. Torrential rains can accumulate when a storm
becomes "stalled" in a certain location, even hundreds of miles from the coast.

Of course, river flooding is the kind we think of most commonly. Heavy rains or rapid snowmelt on
upstream watersheds cause rivers to rise—more so at chokepoints or where tributaries converge. Less
often thought of are the floods that can result from the failure of dams, impoundments, or other regulatory
systems.

Floods can be a concern even in arid and semi-desert parts of the country, such as those in the West.
Flash floods there are more of a danger because people do not expect them. Arroyos and washes, or
normally dry streambeds and gullies, can fill with water within minutes or seconds during an intense
downpour. Because roads often follow their contours, they may present danger to people in cars.

A flash flood is really any sudden, severe flood event, and they can have a variety of causes—although
large sudden downpours are the main ones. The effects of a downpour are worsened when terrain will
not absorb water.
To prepare yourself:
Learn flood warning signs and your community alert signals. If you live in a frequently flooded
area, stockpile emergency building materials. These include plywood, plastic sheeting, lumber
nails, hammer and saw, pry bar, shovels, and sandbags.
Plan and practice an evacuation route. This plan should include information on the safest routes
to shelters. Individuals living in flash flood areas should have several alternative routes.
Have disaster supplies on hand: flashlights and extra batteries, portable, battery-operated radio
and extra batteries, first aid kit, emergency food and water, non-electric can opener, essential
medicines, cash and credit cards, sturdy shoes.
Develop an emergency communication plan. In case family members are separated from one
another during floods or flashfloods, have a plan for getting back together. Ask an out-of-state
relative or friend to serve as the "family contact." After a disaster, it's often easier to call long
distance.
Teach all family members how and when to turn off gas, electricity, and water. Teach children
how and when to call 9-1-1, police, fire department, and which radio station to tune to for
emergency information.
If you are caught in flooded area in a car, turn around and go another way. If your car stalls,
abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. Many deaths have resulted from attempts to
move stalled vehicles.
If Outdoors: Climb to high ground and stay there. Avoid walking through any floodwaters. If it is
moving swiftly, even water 6 inches deep can sweep you off your feet.

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This list is not all-inclusive. For more info, visit the US Search & Rescue Task Force’s web-site at:
http://www.ussartf.org/flooding.htm. It has several pages on protecting yourself.
Announcements:
Regional Cadet Competition (RCC) -
Color Guard competition will take place May 21-
24 at the TRI Center in Oklahoma City
Four Wing Exercise - (NM, CO, UT, AZ) 3
thru 5 April, probable base will be in Farmington,
NM.
NM Wing Conference – 13 thru 15 Nov in
Las Cruces, NM.
Summer Encampment – 7 thru12 June at the
National Guard Amory, Santa Fe, NM. Cadet staff
reports on 5 June. P.O.C. Maj. Dona Bracken,
Thunderbird Squadron.
Free Online Foreign Language Course
offered by NSA. Go to www.NSA.gov NSA P.O.C
Sally Smith, CAP P.O.C. 1Lt Hickey, Eagle
Squadron.
Equal Opportunity Training - After much
delay due to technical challenges, the Equal
Opportunity Training presentation is available
on the CAP website. It can be accessed under
CAP University on the Links to Professional
Development page, or by going to:
https://tests.cap.af.mil/EO_Training/Index.cfm.
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WHAT IS THE CAP MEDIA POLICY
AND WHAT MEANS TO YOU!
“If a media representative contacts individual
members with a request for an interview or for
information, those members should direct the
representative to their respective unit PAO. In
the event there is a request for an interview with
national-level leadership, CAP National
Headquarters Public Affairs can assist with the
coordination and scheduling of requested media
interviews.” TAKEN FROM THE CAP MEDIA
POLICY
In accordance with CAPR 190-1, only the National
Commander, subordinate commanders (regional,
wing and squadron commanders), Public Affairs
Officers (PAOs), incident commanders or designated
members should address the media under any
circumstance. This is ensure that CAP information is
delivered accurately, uniformly.
To comply with the above requirements every PAO
should remain current on all Public Affairs directives,
policies or updates from national, regional, and wing
Public Affairs department or PAO.
Every Senior Member and Cadet PAO and MIO
should take advantage of attending the Wing
sponsored PAO/MIO Workshop to be held 18-19
July.
Every member of the New Mexico Wing should
familiarize themselves with the CAP Media Policy
and the New Mexico Wing Public Affairs Policy
letter which can be found on page 4 and 5 of this
newsletter respectively.
[See CAP Media Policy on Pages 7 & NMWNG
Policy letter on Page 8]
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 Civil Air Patrol Media Policy
Good media relations benefits the Civil Air Patrol. When CAP helps the media with the job of gathering and
reporting the news, we are also helping communicate CAP’s story to the public. Through good media relations,
CAP can strengthen community support and attract new members. Providing this kind of assistance also
discharges our responsibility as a corporation funded by Congress to be accountable to the public.

The foundation of good media relations is the coordination, uniformity, accuracy and timeliness of the
information released. Consequently, all requests for information from the media should be directed to the
squadron, group, wing or region public affairs officer, CAP National Headquarters Public Affairs or the squadron,
group, wing or region commander’s designee in the absence of a PAO. CAP National Headquarters Public Affairs
provides assistance to all PAOs, as requested, in handling media relations.

Most inquires by journalists will concern activities that are a matter of public record and that CAP has an interest
in promoting. Sometimes, however, reporters will inquire about documents, litigation or personnel matters. The
squadron, group, wing or region PAO, CAP National Headquarters Public Affairs or a squadron, group, wing or
region commander’s designee, all of whom are trained to know how to handle these inquiries, are the
coordinating entity for responding to these type media inquiries.

Regarding information requested by the media on cadets, the squadron, group, wing or region PAO complies with
federal laws governing cadets’ right to privacy. With a cadets’ permission, almost any information can be
released. However, without a cadet’s permission, only the name, rank, hometown and unit may be released.

If a media representative contacts individual members with a request for an interview or for information, those
members should direct the representative to their respective unit PAO. In the event there is a request for an
interview with national-level leadership, CAP National Headquarters Public Affairs can assist with the
coordination and scheduling of requested media interviews.

All news releases, public service announcements or other statements to the media regarding CAP events,
activities, programs, or members should be released through the squadron, group, wing or region PAO or CAP
National Headquarters Public Affairs.

During emergency and disaster relief missions, information should be released in a timely manner to the media
through a wing’s mission information officer or designated mission base spokesperson. During emergency or
disaster relief missions that involve multiple wings and multiple regions, information may also be disseminated to
the media at the CAP National Headquarters Public Affairs level.

CAP encourages the release of photos to the media to tell the CAP story. CAP National Headquarters does not
require a photo release form to be signed by members who appear in a photo prior to its release to the media if the
photo being considered for release was taken in a public setting, e.g., encampment, weekly squadron meeting, etc.
The only time a photo release form must be provided is when commercial use of a photo is anticipated, e.g.,
publication in a book, merchandising, etc. For mission-related photos, PAOs at all levels must consider the
sensitivity of the mission and the need to coordinate formal approval for release with the lead agency.

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February 2009
Save the dates & start planning for TIMMIS RECEIVES MITCHELL,
VIGILS RECOGNIZED FOR
ESCAPE 2009! FIRST ORIENTATION FLIGHTS
May 1-3, 2009 in Ruidoso, NM By Lt. Col. Jay T. Tourtel
Public Affairs Officer, Eagle Cadet Squadron, New Mexico Wing

Visit www.NMESC.org for updates

Great reasons to attend:
Get the latest info in your field of expertise
from great search and rescue instructors:
lots of new classes plus the ones we can't
do without.
Cadet 2nd Lt. Robert L. Timmis, cadet deputy
commander of Eagle Cadet Squadron, received his
General Billy Mitchell Award from New Mexico
Wing Director of Cadet Programs Lt. Col. Paul J.
Ballmer, who is also commander of Eagle Cadet
Squadron.

Get your field certification
Hear David-Scott-Donelan, former Selous
scout, founder of Tactical
Tracking Operations School
Hang out with old friends and make new
ones
Attend the Saturday night party; dinner is
included in your
registration
Win some equipment: participate in the
free raffle for member
teams
Timmis has been a member of Eagle Cadet Squadron
since May 2007. He has served as an element leader,
flight sergeant and flight commander. He is currently
the primary delegate to the New Mexico Wing Cadet
Advisory Council.
The Mitchell Award marks completion of Phase II of
Civil Air Patrol’s five-phase cadet program. Cadet
Timmis, by receiving this award, is now eligible for
CAP academic and flight scholarships, and for
advanced placement upon graduation from Air Force
basic training, should he choose to enlist.
Additionally, Lt. Col. Ballmer presented First
Orientation Flights to Cadet Airmen—and siblings—
Leonard F. Vigil and Maricka R. Vigil.

Visit the vendors: Search Gear,

Sportsman's Warehouse, and,
hopefully, Southwest Antennas and Bound
Tree Medical

Get the gear you've always wanted for less

in the silent auction

Take a break: come early or stay late and

hike or relax in Ruidoso, NM

Stay at The Lodge in luxury for a great

price or camp at one of Ruidoso's beautiful
sites
Timmis Mitchell: Cadet 2nd Lt. Robert L. Timmis III, cadet deputy
commander of Eagle Cadet Squadron, receives his Gen. Billy
Mitchell Award from New Mexico Wing Director of Cadet
Programs and Eagle squadron commander Lt. Col. Paul J. Ballmer.
Photo by Cadet Staff Sgt. Krista M. Keay.

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February 2009
 A FINAL SALUTE FOR A MAJOR: Passed 12/22/2008

There are three words which characterize the legacy of Deanna Cline.

The first is courage--the courage to live in the midst of adversity, and thus give courage
(encouragement) to others. Deanna found many challenges in her life, but she did not allow them to
stop her from living life as fully as possible. It takes courage to look fear in the face, to tackle the
seemingly impossible.

Now courage is dependent upon living with hope --hope that life has purpose, that what one is doing is
of value and meaning-- hope that things can improve in the long run. Hope is for God's kingdom to be
realized on earth as it is in heaven. Deanna lived with hope and optimism.

The third and most important word is compassion. Compassion means having deep concern and
caring for others. Deanna did this in her work and in her daily life. She truly cared for others. We are
grateful for her life among us.

Lt. Col. Charles Moorer, CAP

Chaplain

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February 2009
 NEW MEXICO CIVIL AIR PATROL
SCHOOL SQUADRON COLOR GUARD
OPENS STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Great News! Our cadets have been selected to participate as color guard at the
opening of the NM Legislative Session on January 20th! Mr Cox had been working
on making this happen for us for awhile.

The cadets arrived at the House chambers around 10am to practice with the Official Honor
Guard. The session, began around 12 pm and lasted about two hours and included an
address from the governor and swearing in of several new representatives. In addition to
the cadets from Horizon Academy West School Squadron, Lt. Walt Brown and Lt. Col.
Lusada attended. C/Msgt Nathan Brown also participate and in the color guard.

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February 2009
 Special “Flight” for two Albuquerque Senior Squadron II pilots
By: Chaplain John Doughty

Friday, April 18 was a memorable day for two octogenarian pilots from Albuquerque Senior Sq II, LtCol Bill
Drumm and Capt Leroy McLaren. They went for two hours of “flying” in the CV-22 and C-130 flight simulators
operated by Lockheed-Martin for the USAF at Kirtland AFB. Both Bill and Lee were multi-engine pilots in the
China-Burma-India theatre in WW2. Bill flew B-24’s and Lee flew C-47’s. The vast array of throttles, prop
levers, and gauges were a refreshing change from the simplicity of single engine CAP Cessna.

They were hosted by Instructor pilot Bill Saunders in the CV-22 simulator and by fellow Sq II member Russ
Tharp in the C-130 simulator. Bill was in the left seat in CV-22 and Lee was in the jump seat. They went through
the full flight regime from stalls to refueling.

Then they moved on to the C-130 simulator where Lee flew an ILS runway 8 approaches with a miss to runway
21. When Bill got into the C-130 simulator, he said, ”Wow! I wonder how long the check list is for this baby!”
After getting things set up, Bill then flew an ILS runway 8 approach. Both pilots tried their hand at aerial
refueling from a KC-135.

Bill and Lee were accompanied on their adventure by Chaplain John Doughty who arranged for their fun
afternoon.

Zw

Chaplain John Doughty, LtCol Bill Drumm and Capt Leroy LtCol Bill Drumm and Capt Leroy McLaren
McLaren, Instructor pilot Bill Saunders

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February 2009
Las Cruces Composite Squadron at the Wing Conference.
C/MSgt Betty Fish, 2nd from the right, performed on the Honor Guard with C/2Lt Amanda Mackley,
C/Maj Bradley McNicol, C/Lt Col Gerald Feltman from the Rio Rancho Falcon Composite Squadron. The
four cadets, graduates of the National CAP Honor Guard Academy, gave an outstanding performance at
the annual Wing Conference. In addition, they escorted the recipients of the five highest awards,
impressing Gen Courter.

C/CMSgt Caleb Rawson receives the Cadet Aerospace 1Lt Griffyn Lane and Former Squadron AEO, 2Lt Ken Kubo
Award. 2Lt Ken Kubo returns from California to attend the Wing

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February 2009
 Las Cruces Composite Squadron Cadets receive special recognition from Mary Feik for their X-Prize presentation.

Chaplain Moorer receives NMW certificate recognizing over 40 years Chaplain Moorer receives a Meritorious Award from Col. John
of CAP service from Col. Ric Himebrook Varljen, SW Region Vice and Col. Himebrook

Chaplain Moorer receives the Chaplain of the Year Award from

Col. Himebrook Pictured Ruth Moorer, Chaplain Charles A.
Moorer, III and Col. Himebrook

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February 2009
 NEW MEXICO WING’S
SQUADRONS PARTICIPATE
IN WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA
The Wreaths Across America Campaign – In what is now very much a holiday tradition, Civil Air
Patrol is again partnering with Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization with a mission to
remember, honor and teach about the service and sacrifices of our nation's veterans. Veteran
memorials and gravesites across the nation were adorned with remembrance wreaths on Saturday,
Dec. 13. CAP cadets and officers laid wreaths at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The New Mexico
efforts were organized by the Santa Fe Composite Squadron and involved Thunderbird and High
Desert. A total of 1700 wreaths were laid as opposed to seven two years ago and the ninety last year.

(Near or left to far or right): Miles, Blodgett, Smith, (Kneeling) Cadets Smith, Andrew Holets, Romero, Miles, Aaron
Villa, Aaron Holets, Andrew Holets, Blodgett, Way Holets, Smith Standing: Way, Blodgett

Photos of Thunderbird Cadets at

Santa Fe National Cemetery

Photos taken by Maj. Les

Himebrook (in our NM000
squadron)

Left to right/back to front): Capt Matthews, Cadets: Clark, Smith, Villa, Romero,
Blodgett, Holets, Way, Miles (T-bird Cadet Commander)

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February 2009
 Commander’s Commendation for Commander’s
Reception 10 January 2009

Col. Larry Harrah has always been willing to

step into a needed position on wing staff. Most
recently he was the Wing aircraft Maintenance
Officer. During this most recent tenure many
aircraft were completely repainted. He is a role
model to all of us and we deeply appreciate his
commitment and dedication to service.

Col. Larry Harray award from Col. Himebrook

Lt. Col. Jim Gary has always being willing

to aid the Civil Air Patrol wing staff in any
way possible. Most recently, for the last
several years, he has taken care of the Real
Property and provided satisfactory records
for the Staff Assistance Visit of Jul09. We
thank Jim for his continued service.

Lt. Col. Bev Pepe has held the position of Lt. Col. Jim Gary award from Col. Himebrook
vehicle Transportation Officer for a number
of years. She recently stepped down to
become a squadron commander, however, Lt. Col. Mark Smith
when her replacement left the position after a accepting award on behalf of
very short time, she fulfilled the Lt. Col. Beverly Pepe from
responsibilities of that position in order for us Col. Himebrook
to perform well for on the Staff Assistant
Visit of July 09. Then, she assisted the new
Transportation Officer until he became
comfortable in the position. Her dedication to
what needs to be done is exemplary.

Lt. Col. Bev Pepe for assisting with Awards Lt. Col. Beverly and Lt. Col. Mark Smith
Banquet, leadership as part of the team presenting on behalf of Col. Himebrook
preparing the 2008 Wing Conference. At the squadron
Beyond the usual challenges of a wing
conference was the attendance by the
National Commander, MGen Courter, and
aviation pioneer Mary Fiek. The efforts of
LtC Pepe helped meet all these challenges.”

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February 2009
 Lt. Col. Mark Smith – coordinator for Wing
Conference 2008: LtCol Mark Smith coordinated
and directed the team that organized the many
facets that occur making the 2008 Wing
Conference an outstanding event. It included, the
first time we remember, a National Commander
visiting a New Mexico wing conference as well as
the visit of the aviation pioneer Mary Fiek. Among
the challenges for this conference was an almost
last-minute change when the National Commander,
(MGen Courter), could not arrive until Saturday
afternoon. Thanks for a memorable conference
and a job well done.

Lt. Col Mark Smith accepting award from Col. Himebrook

Lt. Col. Sharon Lane for assisting with

VIP list, Info sheet for VIPs, Invitations,
Programs for Conference and Banquet as
part of the team preparing the 2008 Wing
Conference. Beyond the usual challenges
of a wing conference was the attendance by
the National Commander, MGen Courter,
and aviation pioneer Mary Fiek.

Lt. Col Sharon Lane accepting award from Col. Himebrook

Lt. Col. Russ Kappelman for assisting with

Cadet Program as part of the team preparing the
2008 Wing Conference. Beyond the usual
challenges of a wing conference was the
attendance by the National Commander, MGen
Courter, and aviation pioneer Mary Fiek. The
efforts of LtC Kappelman helped meet all these
challenges.”

1Lt. Aida Reames for assisting with Hotel

Lt. Col. Mark Smith accepting award on behalf of
Lt. Col. Russ Kappleman from Col. Himebrook
coordination as part of the team preparing the
2008 Wing Conference. Beyond the usual
challenges of a wing conference was the
attendance by the National Commander,
MGen Courter, and aviation pioneer Mary
Fiek. The efforts of Lt Reames helped meet
all these challenges.”

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February 2009
 Lt. Norman Reames Lt. Col. Mark Smith
accepting award on behalf of presenting award to Lt. Aida Reames on
Lt. Aida Reames from Col. Himebrook behalf of Col. Himebrook

1Lt. Norm Reames for assisting with

Coordination with VIPs as part of the team
preparing the 2008 Wing Conference.
Beyond the usual challenges of a wing
conference was the attendance by the National
Commander, MGen Courter, and aviation
pioneer Mary Fiek. The efforts of Lt Reames
helped meet all these challenges.”

Lt. Norman Reames accepting award from Col. Himebrook

Maj. Zach Rodehaver took Supply in May

2007 and worked with the many challenges
for almost a year and a half which includes
several Survey Audits. We appreciate his
willingness to step up to the plate.

Maj. Zach Rodehaver accepting award from Col. Himebrook

Capt. Shirley Kay directed a CLC/SLS at

Las Cruces which allowed many of our
members to increase their CAP professional
skills greatly advancing the professional
qualifications of our members. We thank
her for service.

Capt. Shirley Kay accepting award from Col. Himebrook

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 Capt. Richard E. Austin receives the Encampment Commander was able to dedicate
Commander’s Commendation for his time to other duties required upon the
distinguishing himself as the Logistics closing of an encampment.
Officer of the 2008 New Mexico Wing Winter
Encampment during the period 26-31
December, 2008. Captain Austin also assisted with the refueling
and turn-in of all vehicles at the wing
Captain Austin assisted with the setup of the headquarters prior to his departing for his
National Guard Armory for the encampment home station.
by hauling the cadet staff and the luggage of
the cadets to the armory while the rest of the
senior staff was busy with the in-processing The distinctive accomplishments of Captain
and arrival of the first time cadets. When the Austin reflect credit upon himself and the Civil
evening meal was completed on the first day Air Patrol.
and the cadets arrived at the armory, valuable
time was saved by having things organized
and already set up.

As the encampment Logistics Officer, Capt

Austin ensured all vehicles were properly
inspected and checked out to provide six
different vans for transportation of the 47
cadets who attended this encampment.
Logistical problems were minimal and as a
result of his efforts, cadets were on time for
all scheduled activities. When one van broke
down due to a battery problem, Captain
Austin had it quickly replaced. Lt. Col. Balmer accepting award from Col. Himebrook

Lt. Col. Paul Balmer commanded our Winter

Although he had never attended or helped out
Encampment for 2008 resulting in 47 cadets
with a cadet encampment before, Captain
graduating, thus improving the cadet leadership
Austin quickly learned what was required and
training of our cadets. We appreciate his willingness
assisted with the supervision and
to give us his holiday time to go the extra step to
encouragement of cadets during all activities.
insure more of our cadets get an opportunity to attend
He provided advice and counseling as needed
an encampment.
and the cadets all appreciated his efforts.

Prior to the encampment awards and

graduation dinner, Captain Austin jumped in
to help take a team to the Armory to set up
tables and chairs before the rest of the CAP Nondiscrimination Policy
encampment members arrived. He also
assisted with the serving of the meal to the (CAPR 36-1 para 4c(2)
parents and cadets when the festivities began.
That no person shall, on the ground of race, color,
As the encampment was drawing to a close, or national origin, be excluded from participation in,
Captain Austin's efforts to organize different be denied benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to
teams to clean the Armory prior to the release discrimination under any program or activity
of the cadets was commendable. He then took receiving Federal financial assistance from any
his team of Clovis cadets to the New Mexico component of the DoD. [DoD Directive 5500.11]
Wing Headquarters Building to clean it up as
well making it possible for the Encampment Prohibit discrimination based on handicap.
Commander to remain at the Armory while [DoD Directive 1020.1]”
parents came to pick up their cadets. These
efforts were greatly appreciated, as the

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c/Capt. Daniel A. Paulsen distinguished
himself as the Cadet Commander of the 2008
New Mexico Wing Winter Encampment
during the period 1 December 2008 through
31 December 2008.
Cadet Paulsen was slated to be the Cadet
Deputy Commander of the Encampment but
was asked to serve as the Cadet Commander
when the previously assigned cadet had to
pull out due to his parents deciding to go on
a Christmas trip at the last moment.
Although Cadet Paulsen had only attended
one encampment before, he willingly
accepted the assignment of Cadet
Commander and assisted with the planning
and organization of the encampment,
providing input and assistance to the
Encampment Commander with the
assignment of cadets to the cadet and senior
staffs.
When the cadets began to arrive for the
encampment on December 26, 2008, he
ensured the cadet staff was trained and ready
to start forming up their flights. As cadets
inprocessed, they were assigned to a flight
and began training within their assigned
flights. All cadets were kept busy and the
inprocessing and transisiton to encampment
life was expertly managed.
During daily staff meetings with the Senior
Staff, C/Captain Paulsen kept the
encampment commander appraised of the
status of the cadets and any situations that
needed to be addressed. This feedback
enabled the Senior Staff to make
adjustments if necessary before there were
problems as a result of frustration or
misunderstandings.
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c/Capt Daniel A. Paulson accepting award from Col. Himebrook
As the encampment was coming to an end,
Cadet Paulsen stayed around to ensure all
facilities were properly cleaned up and
returned to a condition better than they were
found. He organized teams to clean all
common areas, the restrooms and then went to
the Wing Headquarters to assist with putting
away all gear and cleaning the classrooms
there.
The distinctive accomplishments of Cadet
Captain Daniel A. Paulson reflect credit upon
himself and the Civil Air Patrol.
c/TSgt. Christopher Glenn distinguished himself as
the Executive Aide to the Encampment Commander
of the 2008 New Mexico Wing Winter Encampment
during the period 26-31 December 2008.
Cadet Glenn was selected to be my executive
assistant based on his young age of 12 years and the
fact that he had completed a winter and summer
encampment prior to the start of this one, making
him eligible for an assignment to staff but not
experienced enough to serve as a flight sergeant or
flight commander. It was my goal to help him learn
administration and logistical duties that would be a
benefit to him in his mid school cadet squadron. He
did not let me down. He assisted me with the
inspection of the CAP vehicles I used daily and
helped me with the required paperwork for them. He
assisted with the in processing of the first-time cadets
by checking the rosters and issuing each of them
their notebooks, pen and hat and having them each
initial that they had received them.
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 [GLENN - CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20]
He made copies of all receipts and checks that
were received as a part of the financial
management of the encampment. He ran inspection
forms between the Cadet Commander and the
Administrative Officer and assisted with the input
of inspection scores into the computer. He helped
with the setup of the laptop computer and projector
used to show PowerPoint slides for the different
classes of the encampment.
He assisted the Public Affairs Officer of the
Encampment with the taking of pictures and then
downloaded them into the computer when finished.
One of the his most remarkable achievements
was his learning to assist the encampment
commander with the paying of the bill at the end
of each day in the dining hall. He obtained the
receipts and wrote out the check for each payment.
He collected the fees from the parents who came to
the armory on graduation night for the graduation
dinner.
On the few occasions when Cadet Glenn did not
have anything to do, he came and asked what he
could do to help. He worked harder than any other
cadet on the staff and did all that he was assigned
in a professional manner. His performance far
exceeded my expectations for a cadet of his age
and made my job as the Encampment Commander
much easier than usual. His assistance to me was
deeply appreciated.
The distinctive accomplishments of Cadet Glenn
c/TSgt. Christopher Glenn accepting award from Col.
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1Lt. Walt Brown accepting award from Col. Himebrook
1Lt. Walt Brown distinguished himself as
Albuquerque Senior Squadron II
Operations Officer by his diligent attention
to all aspects of the squadron's operations.
He assigned pilots and aircraft to all
exercises and real world missions,
prepared mission assignments and profiles
for exercises and real world missions,
developed on his own initiative a
photographic flight pattern and log to
record photos taken by Squadron II
aircrews, helped develop and put in place
standard operating procedures for the
squadron, maintains close cooperation and
integration with the squadron Maintenance
Officer to ensure aircraft are mission ready
when needed, and has taken a great deal of
his personal time to train squadron
members in subordinate operations
positions to ensure the unit has a cadre of
trained officers to maintain a high tempo
of operations in cadet orientation flights,
AFJROTC orientation flights, pilot
proficiency flying, and mission ready
aircrews for exercises and real world
missions. By his attention to detail,
dedication to Squadron II and the Civil Air
Patrol,he demonstated selflessness,
integrity, and volunteerism; he has brought
great credit upon himself, Squadron II and
the values of the Civil Air Patrol.
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 c/CMSgt. Robert L. Timmis, III
distinguished himself as the Charlie Flight
Commander of the 2008 New Mexico Wing
Winter Encampment during the period 26-31
December, 2008.
Cadet Timmis was selected as a flight
commander based on his ability to work well
with younger cadets and serve as a roll model
they could look up to. As a result of these
abilities, the encampment commander assigned
more of the younger cadets to his flight,
knowing that their lack of experience would be
a limitation to him and make earning Honor
Flight of the Encampment a bigger challenge
and less likely to happen.
By the last day, Cadet Timmis had brought his
flight around until their inspection scores and
flight scores as a team were up with the others.
His flight was selected as the Honor Flight of
the 2008 New Mexico Wing Encampment as a
result of their improvement and performance
which was a result of the hard work and
abilities of Cadet Timmis as their flight
commander.
The distinctive accomplishments of Cadet
Timmis reflect credit upon himself and the
Civil Air Patrol.

Cadet Timmis did not let me down. His was

the first flight to actively begin drill and begin
to mold as a team. Although the cadets were
inexperienced, he worked will all members of
his flight and brought them up to standards.
The progression of his cadets in the four days
of the encampment was remarkable. Although
the inspection scores of his flight were low in
the beginning, each day showed a remarkable
improvement and by the last day his flight
members scores caught up with and exceeded c/CMSgt. Robert L. Timmis, III accepting award from Col. Himebrook
the others.

C/CMSgt Timmis had a few cadets who were

somewhat homesick and discouraged, but he
worked with them to build confidence and
hang in there until the end. One of his cadets
suffered from an upset stomach and wanted to
go home on the first night, but was provided
medication by the medical officer and
encouraged to stay the night to see how things
went. That cadet made it through to graduation
with the help and encouragement of his flight
commander.

Mrs. Timmis, c/CMSgt III and Col. Himebrook

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Maj. Jim Steele distinguished himself as
Albuquerque Senior Squadron II Assistant
Operations Officer by his diligent attention to
all aspects of the squadron's operations and
his continuous and full support of the
squadron's Operations Officer. He has been
instrumental in overseeing the cadet
orientation flight program to maximize the
number of cadets which can be flown by
Squadron II. He coordinated with wing's
cadet squadrons to develop efficient flight
schedules for the cadets and assignment of
squadron pilots to fly those same cadets.
This was a difficult undertaking, but by his
perseverence he was able to coordiant pilots,
aircraft, cadets and days and times to fly a
maximum number of wing cadets on an on-
going basis. He has willingly assumed
additional operational duties to coordinate
crews, aircraft, and missions in cooperation
with the Operations Officer to ensure
Squadron II has been able to support all wing
exercies and real world mission assignments.
His additional duties have included
emergency services duties and assiting in an
efficient and effective maintenance
coordination to ensure aircraft down time is
kept to a minimum thus maximizing the
squadron's aircraft mission readiness. Major
Steele has contributed countless hours of his
personal time to assist both operations and
maintenance departments thus adding
significatly to their efficiency and
effectiveness. By his attention to detail,
dedication to Squadron II and the Civil Air
Patrol,demonstated selflessness, integrity,
and volunteerism he has brought great credit
upon himself, Squadron II and the values of
the Civil Air Patrol.
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Maj. Jim Steele accepting award from Col. Himebrook
Lt. Col. Braunschweig - distinguished
himself as an Albuquerque Senior Squadron II
member by his significant contributions to the
efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's
operations. On his own initiative he has
contributed untold personal time assisting the
operations and maintenance departments in
maintaining both aircraft and ground
equipment. He has personally repaired, or
helped to repair ground equipment thus saving
the unit significant expensive repairs. He has
shared his extensive engineering background
and experience in all aspects of aircraft
equipment and systems, thus significantly
raising the aeronautical and systems
knowledge of the unit's pilots. In addition to
these significant contributions he has readily
volunteered to fly real world missions outside
the boundaries of New Mexico including
Hurricane Katrina relief in Louisiana,
combined US Coast Guard/CAP operations in
Texas, and searches and demonstrations in
Arizona. Without regard to his personal
schedule he has made himself available at any
time to help successfully accomplish these
missions with skill and professionalism. By
his attention to detail, dedication to Squadron
II and the Civil Air Patrol,demonstated
selflessness, integrity, and volunteerism he
has brought great credit upon himself,
Squadron II and the values of the Civil Air
Patrol.
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 Lt. Col./Chaplain Doughty - distinguished
himself as Albuquerque Senior Squadron II
member and Chaplain by his diligent attention
to maintain and improve the squadron's
morale and cohesiveness. He committed his
time to act not only as the squadron's
chaplain, but also to New Mexico Wing as its
chaplian. He readily and continuously
participated in the wing and unit's exercises
and real world missions giving his support
through his physical presence and spiritual
guidance to all participants. He is to be
especially commended for contributing his
time and effort in supporting the United
States Air Force active forces by acting as an
Air Force Chaplian replacing deployed Air
Force chaplains when they were not able to
minister to their state-side congregations and
individuals and adding to the available
number of chaplians on Kirtland Air Force
Base to reduce the ministerial load of non-
deployed chaplains. Lieutenant Colonel
Doughty has assumed these duties time and
time again over many past years thus
significantly contributing to the positive
morale exhibited by New Mexico Wing
members and particularly the members of
Squadron II. By his attention to detail,
dedication to Squadron II and the Civil Air
Patrol,demonstated selflessness, integrity, and
volunteerism he has brought great credit upon
himself, Squadron II and the values of the
Civil Air Patrol.
Lt. Col./Chaplain Doughty accepting award from Col. Himebrook
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Organizational Excellence Specialty
Track Launched
Excerpt from 3 February 2009 memorandum by National
Commander CAP Maj. Gen. Amy S. Courter
This new initiative to promote organizational
excellence is the first of its kind in the history of our
great organization. The program content provides a
structured, comprehensive approach to the professional
development of our senior members. Its purpose is to
facilitate the development of the finest corps of
commanders, staff officers, and executive-level leaders
for service to CAP and nation.
OE Track includes:
(1) Expansion of the standard training track
ratings from Technician, Senior and Master to
include a follow-on “Executive Level;”
(2) The incorporation of all five levels of our
basic Professional Development Program
Outlined in CAPR 50-17;
(3) Accommodation of duty performance
promotions per CAPR 35-5;
(4) Incorporation of wing commander
qualifications contained in CAPR 35-9,
Section B;
(5) Provisions for a performance feedback for
trainees;
(6) Establishment of an awards program to
recognize senior member progress;
(7) Development of a supplemental “Mentoring”
program to assist participants; and
(8) Development of associated educational
products to guide Mentors.
Applicants are requested not to apply for this program
until April 1, 2009, so that regional and wing
commanders have time to structure their organizations
to accommodate the new program.
More information can be found in CAPP 229, for
interested applicants who wish to apply.
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