Basic Cadet Guide

The following are items that can helpcadets achieve their first test and following tests. Some of thisinformation is in pdf format. For a PDF Reader we recommend going to http://www.foxitsoftware.com for Foxit Reader, a small and fast PDF reader.

Leadership for the Twenty-first Century- This is the book that every cadet studies out of up until they achieve their Mitchell and become a second lieutenant

AFMAN 36-2203- This manual is the Air Force manual on drill movements and ceremonies that cadets start to learn as basics and then continue learning as they progress through the ranks.

CAPM 39-1- CAPM 39-1 is the manual on the uniform and grooming standards the Civil Air Patrol requires.

CAPP 52-18- Every cadet must pass a physical fitness test on every rank they get unless otherwise noted by a doctor. This manual describes the test and how it is done. It also has the requirements cadets must pass.

General Knowledge- This document contain knowledge that ever cadet should know by the time they earn their Curry achievement.

Civil Air Patrol's Mission

Civil Air Patrol, America's Air Force Auxilary, building the Nation's finest force of citizen volunteers...Performing missions for America.