July 2026 - Riwg_mbrs

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by Hirons, Jennifer, 1st Lt CAP, RIWG, Admin/Pers/PA 28 Jul '26

28 Jul '26

Sir, I put in your badge application I am waiting to hear that it is in my office. 1st Lt. Jennifer Hirons Rhode Island Wing Director of Administration Rhode Island Wing Personnel Officer Rhode Island Wing Public Affairs Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (H) 401.232.7216<tel:401.232.7216> (M) 401.439.5312<tel:401.439.5312> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> www.riwg.cap.gov<https://cap-signature-generator.netlify.app/www.riwg.cap.gov> [https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/media/cms/CAPEmailLogoNew_0F67A836DA869.png]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Volunteer at Leapfest 2026
by SKRABUT, STAN - COL CAP 28 Jul '26

28 Jul '26

Rhode Island Wing Members, Rhode Island Wing has been invited to support Leapfest 2026, one of the world’s largest and longest-running international military parachute competitions. Competition Day is Saturday, August 1, 2026, with a rain date of Sunday, August 2. We are seeking senior members and cadets to assist at the Drop Zone in the following areas: • Drop Zone Spectator Control: Keep spectators within designated viewing areas, manage public movement, and help ensure the Drop Zone remains clear and safe. • Public Parking Control: Help direct vehicles into the main parking lot and guide pedestrians safely from the parking area to the spectator area. • Scorecard Runners: Deliver completed scorecards from the judges to the administrative scoring table. This is an excellent opportunity to support the Rhode Island National Guard, serve our community, and see an exciting international military competition. Members interested in participating should register using the following form: Sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1eREP5E3qWlp8Qw6WF3Ftp26PcTNHVBzppWnTGKN8nB… Cadets must submit a completed CAP Form 60-80, Civil Air Patrol Cadet Activity Permission Slip, before participating. Additional information about the event is available at: https://www.leapfest.com/ Thank you for helping Rhode Island Wing support this important community event. Carpe diem, Col Stan Skrabut Rhode Island Wing Director of Education & Training Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 307.287.8147 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<http://riwg.cap.gov/> [cid:cd1cb83f-43e2-4452-bf99-0306a88758e5] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures

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REMINDER: sUAS (Drone) Information Session 27 July 2026
by FISCHMAN, REUBEN - MAJ, CAP, RI034 23 Jul '26

23 Jul '26

Greetings everyone, This is a reminder that we’ll be hosting an sUAS information session on 27 July 2026. Please note that the meeting time has changed to 2000 instead of 1900. At this session, I’ll be going over our plans for building up the sUAS program within Rhode Island Wing, including training opportunities coming up, how cadets can get involved, and how both cadets and seniors can earn their sUAS wings! I look forward to talking with you on Monday evening. And in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24171890840668?p=CWzPPOaIIuEaxtO7jP Meeting ID: 241 718 908 406 68 Passcode: B9Vm96we Maj. Reuben FIschman Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations for UAS West Bay Composite Squadron Cyber Education Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 508-274-2567<tel:5082742567> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<https://riwg.cap.gov/> [cid:86BE3F1D-4C57-4394-B056-ABFD1ED1FAAA] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Leapfest Signup Form
by WEISS, WARREN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 19 Jul '26

19 Jul '26

RIWG Members- Please use the link below to sign up for Leapfest. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1eREP5E3qWlp8Qw6WF3Ftp26PcTNHVBzppWnTGKN8nB… Leapfest, the annual international parachute competition, is going to be on 1 August 2026, 0700-1600 hours. Cadets and seniors are needed to: * run scores from the drop zone to the scoring table * assist in crowd control * assist in parking Sign up today! -W -- Col. Warren M. Weiss Rhode Island Wing Commander Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 516.815.8269 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<https://riwg.cap.gov/> [https://cdn-assets-cloud.frontify.com/s3/frontify-cloud-files-us/eyJwYXRoIj…]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Leapfest
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 19 Jul '26

19 Jul '26

Cadets and Seniors, Leapfest, the annual international parachute competition, is going to be on August 1st. Cadets and seniors are needed to: a) run scores from the drop zone to the scoring table; b) assist in crowd control; and c) assist in parking. Leapfest will be conducted at 300 Hog House Hill Rd, Exeter, RI 02822. Anticipated meeting time is 0700, but may change. Competition is generally over by 1600. Email me if you are able to help out CAP with this event. Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Saturday Emergency Services Exercise
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 16 Jul '26

16 Jul '26

RIWG Saturday's ES exercise is a go! The showers are forecast to hold off until the afternoon, so we should be able to get an AP sortie or two in the air. Mission base will be at Wing HQ in Cranston with a start time of 0930 for mission staff and 1000 for aircrew and ground team. At this time, we do not have enough members participating as ground team to dispatch a unit. Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Rhode Island Wing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drone) Opportunities
by FISCHMAN, REUBEN - MAJ, CAP, RI034 13 Jul '26

13 Jul '26

Greetings everyone, I’d like to introduce myself as the new Director of Operations for UAS. I’m excited to be stepping into this role and to help grow our drone program across the Wing. We plan to start conducting UAS training later this summer in coordination with Massachusetts Wing geared towards obtaining the ES qualifications needed to operate our drones (UAS Mission Pilot and UAS Technician). In addition, we will also be partnering with the Wing Aerospace Education Officer to bring the drones and drone education to the squadrons as part of the AE program. My plan is to give every cadet and senior member who wants to get hands on with a drone an opportunity to do so, whether its as a recreational pilot or as a member of the emergency services crew, or both! I will be hosting a virtual information session on Monday, July 27 at 1900 on Teams (see invite link below) where I’ll walk through the drone program, timeline for implementation and opportunities that are available to obtain the necessary training. Whether you’re an experienced drone operator or brand new to flying drones, please attend! In the meantime, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly. Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24171890840668?p=CWzPPOaIIuEaxtO7jP Meeting ID: 241 718 908 406 68 Passcode: B9Vm96we Maj. Reuben FIschman Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations for UAS West Bay Composite Squadron Cyber Education Officer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 508-274-2567<tel:5082742567> GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<https://riwg.cap.gov/> [cid:86BE3F1D-4C57-4394-B056-ABFD1ED1FAAA] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Emergency Services Training
by COURTNEY, RICHARD - Lt Col, CAP, RIWG/DOS 09 Jul '26

09 Jul '26

Greetings All, RIWG will be conducting an Emergency Services Training Exercise Saturday 18 July starting at 0930. The focus will be on aerial photography, and mission base staff, however, all areas will have opportunities to complete tasks and qualifications. We should be finished by 1600. Please respond to this email (NOT REPLY ALL) with your name, CAPID, and area you wish to train in. Best, Lt Col Richard Courtney Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations Rhode Island Wing Director of Emergency Services Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 401.636.0659 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> [https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXdfnoLZwYhrCXQ3cuLiuYTZOa8q…] Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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Independence Day Message
by WEISS, WARREN - COL CAP, RIWG/CC 04 Jul '26

04 Jul '26

Greetings Cadets, Senior Members, Parents & Friends, Happy 4th of July, as we celebrate the historic 250th anniversary of our nation's founding! As you enjoy holiday events today, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the deep history of our country, the freedoms we enjoy, and the incredible potential that lies ahead. In Civil Air Patrol, we witness that potential every single day, and I see the future of America in our cadets. Through the leadership, aerospace, and emergency services opportunities offered in CAP, you have the unique chance to do extraordinary things and push beyond their limits. You are the next generation of innovators and leaders. I also see the living pride and history of our nation in our adult members. By serving as mentors, instructors, and guides, you are actively shaping and preparing those future leaders. Your dedication ensures that the values of service and excellence endure. Thank you all for your commitment to our community, state and nation. Have a safe, proud, and happy Independence Day! Semper vigilans, -W -- Col. Warren M. Weiss Rhode Island Wing Commander Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary (M) 516.815.8269 GoCivilAirPatrol.com<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> riwg.cap.gov<https://riwg.cap.gov/> [https://cdn-assets-cloud.frontify.com/s3/frontify-cloud-files-us/eyJwYXRoIj…]<https://www.gocivilairpatrol.com/> Volunteers serving America's communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.

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