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Space & Aviation · 🏫 Middle Tennessee State University (for national-level STEM academies)

Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Pegasus Composite Squadron Cadet Program

Cadets have the unique opportunity to participate in real-world missions, including orientation flights where they can learn to fly CAP aircraft, and engage in search and rescue exercises.

🔥 Middle/High School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels
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About this camp

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Pegasus Composite Squadron Cadet Program offers a dynamic, Air Force-themed extracurricular activity designed to transform youth into responsible citizens and future aerospace leaders. Cadets engage in a four-part program focusing on leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and character development. Through classroom instruction, self-paced study, and hands-on activities, participants learn Air Force perspectives on leadership, including how to lead small teams and manage projects. The aerospace component inspires a love for aviation, space, and technology, with opportunities for orientation flights in CAP aircraft where cadets can take control under supervision. The program also emphasizes physical fitness through various activities and challenges cadets to live by core values through character development forums. Cadets gain teamwork, communication, and self-discipline skills, preparing them for potential careers in aviation, STEM, or military service.

What a typical day looks like

A typical day may involve drill and ceremony practice, classroom instruction on leadership or aerospace topics, physical fitness activities, and hands-on projects or simulations related to aviation and STEM.

Best suited for

This program is ideal for young people aged 12-18 who are interested in aviation, space, STEM, leadership development, and exploring potential military careers.

What you'll learn

Leadership training Aerospace education Orientation flights STEM exploration Character development Physical fitness Emergency services training

Location

2200 W. 35th St, Building 30, Camp Mabry Austin, TX 78703

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