Volume 8, Issue 1 “Progress through Leadership” January 2010

In This Issue
Commander’s Desk 2
Chaplain’s Corner 3
Command Chief’s 4
Comments
Safety Tip 5

CISM 6/7

FAT/TOP 8

NTSA Convention 9

Santa Flies a 10
Cesna

DVCS 302 Cadets 11

Challenge South
Mountain
SHCS 301 12
Contributes to UK

LBCS 501 featured 13

in local newspaper

AZWG Promotions 14

Upcoming Events 15

Office of Public Affairs

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Wing PAO Assistant Wing PAO
WingTips Editor-in-Chief
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Wing Commander’s Desk

Col John M. Eggen
Arizona Wing

Probably one of the hardest things we must do as leaders is to stay positive when
we are in a negative situation. The recession that has gripped our nation has caused
widespread hardship throughout our country; and our home state has been hit hard.
Arizona has an unemployment rate of 8.9%. However, as we all know, when you
include part-timers, the "marginally attached," and the laid-off workers collecting bene-
fits, the unemployment rate is closer to 16.5%. One in every 186 households is in
foreclosure with Arizona having the second highest foreclosure rate in the nation second
only to Nevada.
The reason I have been able to stay positive throughout this past year is plain and
simple – you. According to a July, 2009 press release from the Corporation for National
and Community Service “The fact that volunteering held steady during a time of high
unemployment and foreclosure rates was welcome news to nonprofit and government
leaders, who are facing increasing demands at a time of dwindling resources.”
What this means in real life is actual benefits to those who volunteer, as well as to
those who receive the services of our organization. The benefits of being involved might
include achievement, personal growth, giving something back, developing new skills,
personal growth and just having fun. For example, many of our members completed the
Squadron Leadership School and the Corporate Learning Course this past year. Some
of our senior members attended the Regional Staff College. Still others completed the
Officer Basic Course. The amount of time and effort given to make the summer
encampment a big success for our cadet members was outstanding. The result of these
efforts is that our organization remains strong, new leaders are being developed and
cadets are being mentored.
For those receiving our services, the benefits for some have been life changing.
The Arizona Wing was credited by AFRCC with 8 “finds” and 57 “saves”. Odd words de-
scribing the saving of the lives of 8 individuals and the finding of 57 lost souls who might
have perished if our volunteers had not found them. Those were 65 real people who re-
turned home to their families because of your efforts.
The benefit to me is that I have had the privilege of working with truly inspiring
people who, in spite of personal hardships, give so much to others.
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Death and Taxes

There is an old saying there are only two things certain in life: Death and Taxes. I beg to
differ a bit, because here in Arizona there is a third – CHANGE.
Flying back to San Manuel from Deming, NM I looked down on the old familiar landmarks
and also observed the man made changes altering the local landscape. The most obvious was the
spread of new housing in old formerly untouched parts of both AZ and NM. Oh yes, there are lots
of open areas, especially where Arizona, New Mexico and Mexico come together.
The one change that is affecting Civil Air Patrol (as well as many other facets of life) in
Arizona is the influx of new people who have no real idea of the older Arizona and may try to
recreate the environment they left. Those who have been working here year after year plugging
along may feel they are being overwhelmed by people flooding in with high credentials in other
states and may feel like they are being left behind. But, similarly those coming in do not know what
those who are here have done here, and are merely trying to use their talents to help their new
home. We need to get to know each other.
The point is that we should open up and welcome these newcomers and find common
ground with them --- as did those who found common ground with me those many yeas ago and
elected me to the state legislature as a true “Desert Rat”.
How many of you “newcomers” remember when I-17 was two lane most of the way or that
the section going down into Camp Verde from Phoenix was the subject of a horrendous
environmental battle for years. When you drive up to Flagstaff next time look over at the east wall
of the canyon and you will still see the traces of the jeep trail put in by an engineer from Flagstaff.
That was where the northbound lanes were originally supposed to be, except that they would have
covered up a spring that gave water to the wildlife.
The next time you drive I-10 past the entrance to Sky Harbor Airport, down Speedway
Boulevard in Tucson or Chandler Boulevard in Chandler, or enjoy not having to pay sales tax on
your groceries ------------ all were done by a solid Arizonan who had also been a new comer in 1953,
then again in 1955 and finally came to stay in 1970.
Anybody else out there that remembers when the last paved cross street going North on
Central Avenue was Indian School Road? Camelback was a gravel road. That, my friends, is from
an “old-timer” who once was a “newcomer”.
It is up to us to give them a chance. Of course, they also must understand that they must
also earn the respect and trust of the “old-timers” who have built Arizona Wing to be one of the best
in the nation.

In this coming New Year let’s all work together with our Commander, Col Eggen, to keep Ari-
zona the best wing ever.

Happy New Year and God Bless

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Command Chief’s
Comments
CCMSgt John Lindsey
AZWG Command Chief Master Sergeant

“GIVING CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE’??

Are we giving recognition to our members for what they are doing? Giving this recognition is
just as important to you as the commander, staff officer or member performing that duty.

When visiting some units I find our members are performing duties to include being
appointed by letter, for example “Unit Testing officer” but yet their eService file (Membership)
does not reflect that current duty or if they performed that duty in the past it was not
reflected.

EService files (membership) should reflect both current and past duties the member is per-
forming as it gives both recognition and says to the member how important that duty is in ac-
complishing the unit mission and that they are officially assigned that duty and are
responsible for its success.

EService files (Membership) is a very important tool for the commander, personnel officer
and staff officer, when trying to decide who is the best member to fill that critical duty
position.

By the way commanders and chaplains CAN NOT serve as “Testing Officers” IAW CAPR 50
-4 Pg 3 and 265-1 Pg 3.

If the chaplain or commander performed Test Officer duties prior to their current duty then
that past duty would be reflected in the “Past Duty Positions “section of the members
eService file (membership) but NOT current duty position section.
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Safety Tip
Lt Col Daniel F. Myers
AZWG Safety Officer

ICE – NO PILOT’S FRIEND

Whether in the carburetor or anywhere on the aircraft surface, ice is a safety threat. We will deal with
airframe ice in this discussion.

It is not prudent or legal to intentionally fly general aviation aircraft into known icing conditions. So, we
consider recognition, avoidance and emergency egress from icing should we encounter same.

Icing is most likely to occur:

• The outside air temperature is between 0 C and -20 C and visible moisture exists.
• If the temperature/ dew point spread is fewer than 2 C and the temperatures are between 0 degrees
C and -20 degrees C, be especially vigilant for ice.
The worst icing is common in the top 1000 feet of cumulus clouds when the temperature is 0 degrees C
or lower. (Monitor outside air temperature.)

As a result of these conditions, recognition results when we see either clear and or rime ice anywhere
on the airframe.

Avoidance starts with a thorough weather briefing prior to take off. Be pro active and ask your weather
briefer for known and forecasted icing conditions, SIGMETS and PIREPS.

Pre-flight inspections gain importance in frost or freezing conditions. No amount of frost, ice or snow is
acceptable! Use approved di icing liquids/procedures to completely remove the culprit. In the situation
of frost, late morning sun will usually solve the problem. Make sure that no liquid is on any control
surface area, especially hinges, as freezing at altitude can occur with dire results.

Some tips from AOPA Air Safety Foundation regarding egress from airborne icing include:
1. Request PRIORITY HANDLING from ATC to exit icing conditions. (One option would be to
request climb and 180 degree turn… DM) Be flexible and help ATC by being willing to accept altitude
and heading changes…….Make your request early when the ice first starts to build……If necessary,
declare an emergency.
2. Avoid abrupt and excessive maneuvering.
3. Do not engage the auto pilot.
4. If the auto pilot is engaged, hold the control wheel firmly and disengage the auto pilot.
5. If an unusual roll response or an uncommanded roll control movement is observed, reduce the angle
of attack.
6. Do not extend the flaps……..
If flaps are extended, do not retract until the airframe is clear of ice……

Fly approaches at higher than normal speeds if ice accumulation is still present since the wing lift
characteristics and stall speed increase.”

Winter flying is a pleasurable experience with clear, crisp air and unlimited visibility. However, we must
be alert for occasional gremlins, such as frost/ice and avoid same.
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From the Desk of

Maj John W. Kruger, Jr.
AZWG CIS Officer

The Arizona wing has a Critical Incident Stress Management program that has been in existence since 2005.
Yet there are many of our members that have not heard about or are unaware that the program exits for all
CAP members and their families.

In this month’s article, I will endeavor to try and explain what CISM is, how it works and how you the member
benefit from the program. In future articles I will be sharing articles about stress management.

What Is CISM
CISM stands for Critical Incident Stress Management. It is a comprehensive, multi-component, phase
sensitive, integrated, systematic, peer driven support system for our most valuable assets-our members.

What is a Critical Incident

A critical incident is any situation faced by emergency personnel that causes them to experience unusually
strong emotional reactions which limits their ability to cope, impairs their ability to adjust, and negatively
impacts the work and home environment. Some examples of traumatic events that trigger or produce intense
reactions include: Death of a peer in the line of duty, Death of a child, Mass casualties, Suicide, Natural
disaster, A violent or threatening incident in the work setting.

Crisis Intervention
Crisis intervention can be considered psychological or emotional first aid, “a booster shot” for the member’s
normal coping skills. It is temporary but active and supportive during a period of extreme distress. Normal
psychological healing (coping) is supported and encouraged while monitoring for potential problems later on; a
type of psychological damage control.

Crisis Intervention is provided by specially trained peers and mental health professionals.
The goal is to assist CAP members in returning to the tasks they enjoy after a experiencing a traumatic event,
or critical incident.

What do I need to know?

Anyone, no matter how healthy or psychologically well adjusted, who has been exposed to a critical incident
or trauma, may have reactions to the event. Approximately 80% to 85% of those exposed to a critical incident
will have reactions (although not necessarily dysfunctional or disabling) within 24 hours. It is important for you
to be aware of the stresses around you. If you experience any kind of reaction beyond what you believe is
“normal”, it is important for you to get appropriate assistance.

How could it affect me?

Everyone will respond to trauma or a critical incident in his or her own way. Some reactions to critical incidents
are perfectly normal, but not everyone experiences the incident in the same way. Some reactions may indicate
problems coping with the incident. Variables that affect all of us include: Our support or lack of support, The
extent of the trauma, Our prior exposure to trauma, How we psychologically processed prior traumas, how
much the current incident reminded is os some past personal issue.

These variables coupled with the current event and our current stressors have a bearing on our reactions.
Critical incident stress reactions may include: Physical reactions, Cognitive reactions, Behavioral reactions,
Emotional reactions, and Spiritual reactions.
(cont’d on pg 7)
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(cont’d from pg 6)

What can I do about this?

It is true that people can work through critical incidents on their own with the assistance of their previously learned
coping mechanisms. Research has proven that the healing and recovery is much more rapid with some people
when it is processed in a group or with a person who has had a similar experience. The processes of the critical
incident stress management (CISM), whether one-to-one or in a group, is a private conversation about the critical
incident. Specific gruesome details do not have to be relived. Discussion of how the incident does or does not fit
with your world view may help alleviate psychological tension. CISM is not an operational critique to assign blame
or criticize. Personal records are not kept. CISM is not psychotherapy-nor a substitute for it.

I hope that I have been able to provide a little insight about our CISM program. We currently have 13 members on
our wing CISM team throughout the state. I am the current Wing CIS Officer; 1Lt Casey Young is our mental
health professional and Team Leader. We also have 4 Chaplains that not only offer Spiritual Crisis Intervention but
also provide assistance as a peer member on the team. The rest of the team is comprised of 8 peer members.

Some of our services that we offer to our CAP members include: Pre-event planning, preparation and Education,
Assessment, Large Group crisis, Small Group Crisis, Family Crisis Intervention, Organizational/Community
Intervention, consultation, Pastoral Crisis Intervention, Follow-up, Referral.

We are currently in the process of developing a CISM web page that the members of the Arizona wing will be able
to link to on the wing website. The web page will allow us to provide vital and important information about our
program to our CAP members. Stay tuned for the announcement when the link will be available.

For further information concerning training opportunities and CISM service for you or your squadron you can
contact me at the following:

Email address: jkruger@cism.cap.gov

Telephone: 623-826-8477

“Serving Those Who Serve Others”

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The "Fly-A-Teacher" (FAT) is now the

"Teacher Orientation Program" (TOP)
Article by
Lt Col A. Peter Feltz
AZWG Director of Aerospace Education

Through a joint effort with the Arizona AFA and the National Science Teachers
Association convention on 3,4,5 Dec.we have registered 50 new teachers to the
AEM program and are now needing to fly them at their convenience. I have
sent out a list of all the new AEMs to the unit commanders and the AEOs to
check which teachers are in their area and try to make contact and
arrangements to get them in the air. Our Tucson team led by Bob Anderson has
started flying teachers and evidenced by the attached photo.
L to R Jessica Dietrich, Larry Bernosky & Janel Heitz. I have been assured the
funds should be available. The flights will need to be coordinated through
Operations and the NOC to assure the funds will be paid.
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The National Science Teachers

Association (NSTA) Convention in
Phoenix Net 37 new AEMs
Article by
Lt Col A. Peter Feltz
AZWG Director of Aerospace Education

Debbie Dahl, National Aerospace Education Program Manager and Susan Mallett,
National Youth Development Program Coordinator, Came to the Phoenix Conference of the
National Science Teachers Association on December 3,4,& 5 and set up a booth for the
Civil Air Patrol Aerospace Education Program.
It was a great set up designed to sign up new AEMs on the computer. We had a
good representation of volunteers to man the booth and help teachers do a hands on
project of building and flying the Godard rocket and assist in signing up new AEMs.
Those attending were: Lt Col Bob Anderson, Lt Wendy Fields,Capt. Matt Fields, Lt
Col Fritz Seifritz, 2 Lt Brian Benard, C/SSgt Blake Bernard, C/CC Alexa Solorio, Capt. David
Gregor, SM Daryl Javier, Maj. Phil Hubacek and Lt Col Pete Feltz. An article of this event
also appears in the Aerospace Education News Winter 2010 edition.
Hopefully the units in the areas where the new AEMs are will take the time to make
contact and assist them in promoting the Aerospace program in their schools. After all this
is the main reason for the program.
The second photo shows Fritz Seifritz and C/CC Alexa Solorio helping teachers build
the Godard Rocket. Side comment on C/cc Alexa Solorio led the first CAP Mars Student
Imaging Project between the US and China, She is working on an astronomy project for her
class and has a career goal of becoming an astronaut.
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Santa Flies a Cessna

Article and Photos submitted by:
2dLt Bill Doherty
DCC, Casa Grande Composite Sq 316

“When life gives you lemons, make Lemonade. When life burns your house down, make
S’mores! “ That was the upbeat blog entry of Civil Air Patrol cadet Airman Morgan
Wiese just days after the loss of her family’s home in Arizona City. The family lost
everything. But in the ashes they found new treasures: new friends and supporters in
the Arizona Wing of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP).

When word that two of their own had lost their home reached the CAP members , ca-
dets and seniors alike did what they do best: rallied to help those in need. From their
home squadron of Casa Grande; from Tucson to Glendale; from Chandler to Payson
CAP members sent support in the form of prayers, clothes, gift cards, household items
and even a Christmas tree with hand- made ornaments.

But one of the most amazing responses was from “E.T.” Holm, State Director, USAF Li-
aison Office at Luke AFB.

Mr. Holm was deeply moved by the Wiese Family loss, and knowing that the Wiese ca-
dets, Airman Morgan and Airman First Class Logan, lost their CAP uniforms and gear
in the fire, Mr. Holm offered to fly the cadets to Luke AFB for some shopping and then fly
them home again.

True to his word, Mr. Holm arrived at Casa Grande Airport on Saturday December 5th,
picked up the Wiese cadets along with c/A1C Sierra Durant and flew them to Luke AFB.
At Luke they visited the Airman’s Attic, an on-base free-exchange shop run by volun-
teers. They then visited the Military Clothing Sales store to replace other gear. Follow-
ing lunch, Mr. Holm flew the happy cadets back to Casa Grande.
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Sky Harbor Composite Sq. 301

Makes Contribution to
UK Museum
Article submitted by
Sgt John Horne, SHCS 301 PAO
Photo by Ian Hancock

restored Fairchild F 24 aircraft

Sky Harbor Composite Squadron 301 responded to a request for CAP items to
be part of a display at a British Aviation Museum honoring CAP aircrews in
World War II. The Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum,
www.aviationmuseum.net.has restored a Fairchild F.24 8CF airplane that saw
CAP subchaser service during the war. This is believed to be the only original
WW2 CAP aircraft in Europe .It was in service between July 1942 and April
1943 and assigned to CAP Base 17 at Riverhead, Long Island, New York.

The Civil Air Patrol was officially mobilized in December, 1941. Along the Atlan-
tic seaboard of the United States one of the primary duties of CAP was to spot
Nazi submarines that were sinking US ships. At war’s end CAP flew 24 million
over-water miles, spotted 173 subs, attacked 57, damaged 17 and sank one,
possibly two. CAP also located the survivors of 363 ships, reported 91 vessels
in distress and found 17 floating mines.

Ian Hancock, Chairman of the Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum, requested
squadron patches and other CAP items to be included in the display accompa-
nying the restored Fairchild aircraft. SHCS 301 sent a squadron patch, some
vintage 1960’s CAP collar insignia and a reproduction of a World War 2 Civil
Air Patrol recruitment poster for the display.
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London Bridge Composite Sq. 501

Featured in Local Newspaper
Reprinted with permission from the
Today’s News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ
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Arizona Wing
Promotions
Steven M. Cesare, Sq. 105

Daniell Haasch, Sq. 304

Richard Drennan, Sq. 105 (Jul 09)

\Larry Mahana, Sq. 304 Zackary Henesy, Sq. 105 (Sep 09)
Patti Rademacher, Sq. 304
Jason-Hefflin Sifflet, Sq. 304

Paul Hein, Sq. 105

Zackary Hoover, Sq. 105 (Oct 09)
Hudson Walberg, Sq. 304
Tyler Zoccoli, Sq. 304

Mart Brown, Sq. 105 (Sep 09)

Michael Koury, Sq. 301
Taylor McIntyre, Sq. 105 (Oct 09)

Edson Adalon, Sq. 101

Nichols Blake, Sq. 105
Dillon Bledsoe, Sq. 105
Nicholas Bley, Sq. 105
Jessica Bradford, Sq. 105
Jake Bristol, Sq. 105
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