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Monthly e-newsletter of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air PatrolDeer Valley Airport, Phoenix, Arizona

50 years of service to Arizona and America 1957-20071 Lt. Paula Ramage, Squadron Commander Vol. 1, No. 6 February 2007

New cadet commander installed

Performing Missions For America Semper Vigilans (Always Vigilant)

InsideFull Throttle Highlights of command change 1-4 Getting to know: aerospace officer 5 Upcoming events 6 Safety: pre-flight briefing form 7 Flight-hours update 8 Cadet promotions 11

Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302Celebrating 50 years of service in 2007

See the January-March Quarterly Training

Schedule (QTS) for upcoming events and

contact information. Also, go to http://

azwg.cap.gov and click on calendar toview activities within the Civil Air Patrols

Arizona Wing.

Command Change C/Maj. Matthew Ramage (right)

accepts his post as the new cadet commander from 1 Lt.

Paula Ramage, squadron commander. C/Capt. Justin

Lennon, cadet deputy commander, looks on.

C/Maj. Matthew Ramage, a pri-

vate pilot and freshman majoring in

global business at ASU West, has

been installed as cadet commander of

Deer Valley Composite Squadron

302.

He succeeds C/Lt. Col. ElliottKorona, who has turned 21 and joinedthe adult ranks of the Civil Air Patrol(CAP) as a first lieutenant.

C/Maj. Ramage is an excellentchoice for this key leadership positionbecause of his experience and dedicatedservice to the squadron and the CivilAir Patrol, says 2 Lt. Casey Young,deputy commander for cadets. He has

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C/Maj. Ramage assumes

squadron cadet leadership(Continued from page 1)earned the respect of the cadets under his command and bringssound judgment and character to his new post.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to C/Lt. Col.Korona for his exceptional service to the squadron and its ca-dets.

C/Maj. Ramage has been elevated from his position as cadetdeputy commander. He joined CAP and the squadron in January2002 and has compiled an impressive record of accomplish-ments and awards.

The new cadet commander was a member of the Southwest

Region Drill Team that won the CAP Cadet National Competi-tion in 2006. He attended CAPs prestigious 2006 National BlueBeret at Oshkosh, Wis., was a member of the Honor Flight atthe 2005 Cadet Office School at CAPs national headquarters at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala.,and participated in the Air Education Training Command in 2004 at Laughlin Air Force Base,Tex. He also has taken part in two basic and two staff encampments, including selection asHonor Flight commander at the most recent encampment event.

His CAP citations include the Wright Brothers, Mitchell and Earhart ribbons as well as Com-manders Commendation and Exceptional Service awards.

Since earning his private pilots license in April 2006, C/Maj. Ramage has logged more than100 hours of powered flight time and is pursuing his instrument/commercial pilots rating. In

addition, he has soloed in a glider andreceived a scholarship from the ArizonaWing of CAP to pursue his pilot training.

He graduated in 2006 from SouthMountain High School where he carrieda 4.04 grade-point average in honorsclasses, graduated in the top 5 percent ofhis class and was a member of the Na-tional Honor Society. He also was a dis-tance runner for the schools cross-country team. He attends ASU West on afull scholarship.

C/Maj. Ramage is one of two sons ofSquadron Commander 1 Lt. PaulaRamage and former Squadron Com-mander Lt. Col. Ken Ramage. In addi-tion to his flying interests, he enjoys out-door activities such as hunting andshooting.

Full ThrottleFull Throttleis the monthly e-newsletter for

Officers, Cadets and friends of Deer Valley Com-posite Squadron 302, Arizona Wing, Civil Air Pa-trol. Its mission is to bolster communication withand among Officers and Cadets, enhance aware-ness of squadron activities, and share news andinformation about the squadron and its personnel.

The newsletter also can be viewed on-line athttp://azwg.cap.gov/units/302.

Story suggestions and submissions can be for-

warded by the 15th

of the month preceding publi-cation toLt. Jerry Porter,squadron public-affairsofficer, at [email protected].

To guarantee receipt of the newsletter, readersshould ensure their e-mail addresses and othercontact information remain current with the squad-ron and on e-services at www.capnhg.gov.

C/Maj. Matthew Ramage


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Cadet Command Change (Top photo):

C/Maj. Matthew Ramage (second from right)

addresses the flights after being installed as ca-

det commander. Also shown are (from left)

Squadron Commander 1 Lt. Paula Ramage; Ari-

zona Wing Commander Col. William Lynch (in

background); C/Capt. Justin Lennon, cadet dep-

uty commander; and C/Lt. Col. Elliott Korona,

outgoing cadet commander. (Right photo): C/Lt.

Col. Elliott Korona relinquishes cadet command

to Squadron Commander 1 Lt. Paula Ramage as

C/Capt. Justin Lennon looks on.

New Chapter On his 21st birthday, C/Lt. Col. Elliott Korona, outgoing squadron cadet com-

mander, receives his first lieutenants bars as a Civil Air Patrol adult member from his parents and

Arizona Wing Commander Col. William Lynch (second from left).


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Changing

squadron

commandArizona Wing Commander Col. William Lynch (above left) presents command of Deer Valley Com-

posite Squadron 302 to 1 Lt. Paula Ramage as outgoing Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Ken

Ramage (right) and C/Capt. Justin Lennon (center) observe the ceremony. (Inset photo): Moments

earlier, Lt. Col. Ramage relinquishes squadron command to Col. Lynch as C/Capt. Lennon watches.

Governor commends RamageFollowing is the text of a letter from Arizona Gov. Janet

Napolitano commending Lt. Col. Ken Ramage on his ser-vice as squadron commander of Deer Valley CompositeSquadron 302 of the Civil Air Patrol:

~ ~ ~ ~ ~January 5, 2007

Dear Lt. Colonel Ramage:

On behalf of the State of Arizona, I would like to extend mysincere congratulations to you for your acceptance of the posi-

tion of director of operations and homeland security for Arizona

Wing Group 4 of the Civil Air Patrol. This important new chapter

in your life follows a distinguished record of service including

your command of Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 of the

Civil Air Patrol, which under your leadership was recognized as

CAPs National Squadron of Distinction.

Your record of conduct, performance and devotion to duty reflects your allegiance to the highest

standards of the military profession. It is indeed an honor to pay tribute to the important milestonesin an individuals life. It is obvious that military service is a Ramage family tradition, and I know you

are proud of the three generations of your family that have also served with distinction.

I extend my heartfelt thanks for your hard work and dedicated efforts. May you continue to find

challenge and reward in your new assignment.

Yours very truly,

Janet Napolitano

Governor

Arizona Wing Commander Col.

William Lynch (left) presents the

governors letter of commenda-

tion to Lt. Col. Ken Ramage.


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Getting to knowAerospace officer leads

cadets to national awardEight Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 cadets under

the guidance of Capt. Susan Drenkhahn, squadron aerospace

officer, recently shared in the receipt of the Civil Air Patrols

(CAPs) 2005-2006 Aerospace Excellence Education Award

for outstanding achievement in promoting aerospace educa-

tion.

Cadets whose participation earned the squadron the nationalrecognition include C/A1C Kristopher Glocksien, C/CMSgt. Jessica Bayne, C/TSgt. AaronMassengale C/MSgt. Ben Ferson, C/SMSgt. Robert Gassert, C/AB Michael Matter,

C/MSgt. Juan Avalosand

C/SrA Garrett Eaves.

1 Lt. Paula Ramage, squadron commander, accepted the award on behalf of the cadets andthe squadron from Arizona Wing Commander Col. William Lynch.

Congratulations are extended to Capt. Drenkhahn for her leadership that has enabled thesquadron to earn this prestigious award and to the cadets who worked under her guidance toachieve it.

Following are questions and answers to help cadets and adult officers to become better

acquainted with Capt. Drenkhahn and her contributions to CAP and the squadron:

When did you join CAP and the squadron?

Capt. Drenkhahn: I joined CAP on Oct.31, 2001.

What led you to join the organization? Capt. Drenkhahn: The school at which Iworked began CAP Squadron 307 (no longeractive) in Gilbert. I was interested in aero-space, so thats when I decided to become aCAP member. Also, I always have had a de-sire to do search and rescue.What is your current position?

Capt. Drenkhahn: My current position isaerospace officer for cadets, and I plan ac-tivities for cadets in this area. I coordinated

the AEX Program in which we did six spe-cial activities specifically for the AerospaceActivity Excellence Program for cadets andafterward took a field trip to the Air ForceReserves in Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. Myduties also include coordinating other specialfield trips with the squadron commander.


Capt. Susan Drenkhahn

Aerospace Excellence Squadron Commander

1 Lt. Paula Ramage accepts CAPs 2005-2006

Aerospace Excellence Education Award on behalf

of the squadron from Arizona Wing Commander

Col. William Lynch. Eight squadron cadets share

in the national honor.


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Aerospace officer

enjoys seeing cadets

develop into pilots(Continued from page 5)What other positions have you had inCAP and/or the squadron?

Capt. Drenkhahn: When I was withSquadron 307, I served as safety offi-cer, aerospace officer, testing officerand supply officer.

In which community do you live?

Capt. Drenkhahn: Glendale.What is your occupation?

Capt. Drenkhahn: I am a special edu-cation teacher at Eagles Aerie Schoolin Gilbert, where I have taught for thenine years Ive been a teacher.

What is your educational background?

Capt. Drenkhahn: I have a bachelorsdegree in therapeutic recreation fromthe University of California at Fresnoand a masters degree in special educa-tion from Arizona State University.

What keeps you interested in CAP?

Capt. Drenkhahn: I stay interested inCAP because I take pleasure in watch-ing cadets enjoy the various activities. Ilike to see cadets become pilots andbecome disciplined in many areas.CAP is a great organization. I hope tofulfill my own dream of being a pilot.

Milestone anniversary

to be marked in May

with gala celebrationReserve the date: A gala celebration ob-serving the 50th anniversary of Deer Valley

Composite Squadron 302 is scheduled from 6 to

10 p.m. Friday, May 4, at Phoenix Elks Lodge

No. 335, located at 14424 N. 32nd St., Phoenix.

The lodge also was the site of the squadrons

well-received Christmas/holiday party in De-

cember.

Details are being finalized, but adult mem-

bers, parents and guests are encouraged to

mark their calendars and be part of this specialevent that will include a buffet dinner, cash

bar, fellowship, memories and more.

Girls are encouraged

to Reach for the Stars

at Sally Ride FestivalFemale cadets in the fifth through eighth

grades are encouraged to take part in Reachfor the Stars at the Sally Ride Science Festival

scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Sunday,

Feb. 25, at The Barrett Honors College at Ari-

zona State University, Tempe.Astronaut Wendy Lawrence will be speaking,

and workshops for girls will be given by local sci-entists and engineers. Workshops also are avail-able for patents and teachers on ways to supportgirls interests in science and math.

Advance registration is required. The $18 feecovers the featured talk, workshops, lunch and astreet fair.

Opportunities are available for cadets to hostthe Civil Air Patrol booth. See Maj. RonneaDerby for details.

Additional festival information is available on-line at www.Sallyridefestivals.com/07asu0227/index.shtml.

Dates set for FTXsCadets should keep the following

dates in mind for upcoming field train-ing exercises (FTXs):

Winter FTX Friday-Sunday, Feb.23-25.

Desert FTX Friday, March 30, toSunday, April 1.


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Editors Note:Following is part of a con-

tinuing series of articles in Full Throttle dis-cussing useful forms and other references for

operational use by new and experienced

flight crews.~ ~ ~ ~ ~

by Maj. Tim Beckwith

Squadron Safety OfficerPrior columns have examined the safety

aspects of planning an aircrew sortie as wellas required communications when flying amission. This column looks at the briefing a

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) aircrew receives be-fore moving to the flight-release positionprior to flight.

The importance of reviewing this checklistthoroughly is to ensure you have completedall required tasks prior to review and ap-proval as part of the preflight briefing. Eachis depicted by a box on the Briefing Check-list shown on pages 7-8. Not only does theflight crew need to know the details of thetarget and what to do if the

target is found but also toshow completion of all re-quired steps on the checklist. Crews shouldadd the new 60-1 sterile-cockpit proceduresto their aircrew briefing.

See Checklist item 5 on the front side ofthe CAPR 104 regarding sortie information.Note the crew (not just the pilot) needs toshow via a diagram the grid entry/exit pointsand route/type of search that is planned, re-specting terrain, weather, temperature, turbu-

lence, aircrew experience, etc. Show thebriefer, who usually is an experienced mis-sion pilot, your sectional chart with the rout-ing planned to the grid, entry/exit points andhazards to flight, and any reporting pointsand reporting times if used (for example, toreport Operations Normal).

Safety first

Be briefed -not brief- in flight planning

Military flight considerationsNote military training routes (MTR) on the

map and obtain a thorough briefing on theexpected activity along those routes. Arizonais a busy military flying area. Realize thelikelihood of encountering military pilots fly-ing the routes underyou. Flying weekdays in

Arizona will expose CAP

crews to this activity. MostCAP crews have had this ex-

perience several times not only on but alsonear an MTR as well as in any of the Mili-tary Operations Areas (MOAs).

While the CAP crew is searching at 1,000AGL (feet above ground level), military pi-lots might be flying terrain masking to prac-tice hiding from radar detection. They will beat 200 AGL to 500 AGL to hide behind hillsand duck into valleys while going fairly fast.

They will climb and descend rapidly.And, if you see a military aircraft or the

shadow of one be sure also to look for thewingman. There almost always is a secondjet and frequently a flight of four jets. One ofthe two or four planes likely is an instructor


Be aware of route Briefings should include

MTRs and MOAs because of the likelihood ofencountering military aircraft.

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Radio, flight-line safety are key procedures(Continued from page 6)pilot who is talking with and following a student. Most members of these groups of militarypersonnel are student pilots and busy in the cockpit, so CAP crews need to be mindful, remainon the lookout and avoid them. Be aware Prescott Flight Service is supposed to know the mili-tary schedule but sometimes might not have current-use information.

Military aircraft from outside of Arizona also might be operating in these areas, so you couldsee more than fighters and attack aircraft. Most will terminate their MTR flight in the Goldwa-

ter Range for weapons use. Another area of particular activity is near Sierra Vista, where un-manned flight might be involved in Restricted Airspace. Unless airspace controlling authorityspecifically authorizes your entry, stay clear and do not enter any Restricted Airspace.

Radio Procedures

Item 6 relates to Radio Procedures that have been reviewed in previous columns. Note theprocedure to report sightings. Since Mission Base knows in which grid you are flying, onlyminutes and seconds normally are used.

A word on flight-line safety: Note the use of flight-line personnel, especially for directingtaxi of your aircraft. Follow their instructions but doNOTignore safety. It isyourresponsibilityas Pilot in Command (PIC). Remember some personnel are likely to be supervised cadets. IF

YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT CLEARANCE FOR THE WING TIPS, WHERE TOGO OR WHERE TO PARK, simply STOP your aircraft and SHUT DOWN the engine. Go outand ask for clarification. You always can restart the engine or push the aircraft (which the ca-dets enjoy).

Just make safety your first priority. It will not happen without your attention.

Pilots encouraged

to log hours

for proficiency,actual flight time

Pilots for Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 are encouraged to log pilot-proficiency

time in addition to actual flight hours to enable the squadron to keep up targeted paces

for hours logged on its Cessna 182 airplane (N9370X).

Targets are 17 hours of actual flight time each month to build toward the 200-hour annualrequirement. Of that total, at least eight hours per month must be pilot-proficiency time. For January, pilots logged 5.4 hours of actual flight time/5.1 hours of proficiency time. The October-January fiscal year has produced 85.2 hours of actual flight time/28.6 hours of

pilot-proficiency time. Approximately 12 hours of proficiency time are needed in Februaryto bring that total current with the monthly pace.

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Cadets earn advancements in gradeCongratulations to these Deer Valley Composite Squadron 302 cadets whose studies

and perseverance have earned them promotions to the following grades:

To Cadet Senior Master Sergeant: Robert Gassert

To Cadet Master Sergeant: Ben Ferson

Study Test Promote

Remember ...Cadet Honor Code A cadet will not lie, cheat or steal nor tolerate those among us who do.

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Missions Aerospace Education: To provide aviation education and training, especially to senior and

cadet members, and to encourage and foster civil aviation in local communities. CAP alsoprovides an organization of private citizens with adequate facilities to assist in meeting localand national emergencies.

Cadet Programs: To provide Civil Air Patrol cadets with aerospace-oriented programs andcurricula that enhance the leadership and life skills of all cadet members and develop respon-sible citizens for the U.S. Air Force and the nation.

Emergency Services: To provide humanitarian assistance in peace time and domestic disas-ters as well as civil defense and military services in a local, regional or national disaster. CAPalso performs vital Air Force missions upon request.

Civil Air Patrol Core Values Integrity, Volunteer Service, Excellence, Respect

Definition of Leadership The art of influencing and directing people in a way that will win their obedience, confi-

dence, respect and loyal cooperation in achieving a common objective.

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