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NEW  Wing Commander's Commentary

January 2012….  How many people realize that the only time in their lives that they will be able to write the date as 12-12-12 ends in 12 months?  01-01-01 will not happen again for 88 years.  Very few people indeed have the opportunity to write a date that way twice in their lives.  Only the very young or those born close to 1900 will pull that off.  Second chances are a rare thing in life.  And then there is that whole “New Years Resolution” thing.  Although it seems to me that lately there has been more revolution than resolution. 

One of the questions I was asked when I interviewed for this position was about the “benefits” of being a Wing Commander.  While my answer was correct, I have learned a great deal in the past two months about said “benefits”.  I assumed they were talking about travel and what not.  They may well have been, you don’t get the grade on individual answers. However,

In the past two months things have begun to hit my email for approval.  Things like promotions that only a Wing Commander can do, which is the grade of Captain and above in this wing.  Things like signing off on the 40+ people that graduated SLS and CLC in a two weekend training stint.  Things like the approval for a Commanders Commendation for a job well done.  Things like approving the Security Forces Training coming up in Las Vegas shortly that our Cadets will get to do, that no other youth in America can participate in.

There are a great number of “benefits” to this job that I had not considered.  In a way, I look at them all as pleasant surprises.  I hope the remainder of this four year term is as pleasant!

On December 17th, 2011, I drove to Winnemucca for a very special occasion that was an aside to the on-going SAREX taking place.  I was witness to a very special event.  The CAP awards the WRIGHT BROTHERS Award to Cadets reaching their very first milestone.  The FAA awards it for 50 years of exemplary aviation to pilots that meet stringent requirements.  I was invited as the Wing Commander to represent the Nevada Wing while this award was given to Lt Col Leon Franklin.  Lt Col Franklin is a co-worker, mentor, staff member, CAP member, and a friend.  Watching as he was recognized for his life long achievements was most certainly a benefit of this job! 

The CAP has been around now for over 70 years.  In many ways, General Aviation exists because of the CAP!  In fact I believe that were it not for the CAP, many of the freedoms that we have today would not exist.  There are many of our members that have been flying these “damn little” airplanes for 50 years or more.  If you know who they are, please advise me.  I would like to have the benefit of seeing them recognized as well……

Have a very safe, happy, and prosperous New Year in 2012.  But remember, the call for service will come again.  Answer it promptly, professionally, and, every day!

 

 

Col Timothy Hahn, CAP

Commander, Nevada Wing


NEW  Cadet Program Awards!

Be sure to check out the Cadet Programs page for imporant information regarding upcoming deadlines for special Cadet Program awards.


Be sure to read the recent updates on the NV Wing Publications page!

Stay up-to-date on what is happening in Civil Air Patrol across the country.  Check out "Volunteer Now"  - CAP's online source for the latest news and information.

Aerospace Education Link

Have you ever wanted to see the USAF Museum in Ohio?  Here's your chance to take a virtual tour!  Some aircraft are 'clickable' and will share more details.

National Museum of the United States Air Force

Be patient.  There are a lot of great photos, but it may take some time to download.  High-speed Internet connection recommended.

This link will change periodically. Check in often to see what's new.

 

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NEVADA WING

I’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Nevada Wing Website.  Please feel free to browse around.  Nevada is the 7th largest state in the nation, yet our population is only 45th.  I’m sure most of that population is here for exactly that reason! 

With 15 Squadrons the Nevada wings performs missions for Nevada and the nation everyday.  We excel at the three mandated missions of Cadet Programs, Aerospace Education, and Emergency Services.  Our cadet program is growing so fast that it’s difficult to keep track.  Our cadet membership has increased almost 70% in four years.

The Nevada Wing supports our citizens with both membership and public service.  We have a 90 minute response time to any call for emergencies, and we host the only fully self sustainable Incident Command unit capable of flying anywhere in the 50 states with 4 hours notice.

During major troop deployments the Nevada Wing plays host to thousands of military personnel in transit providing areas for rest, relaxation, and food.  This was fully demonstrated this past year when we assisted with over 30,000 Marines passing through Reno Nevada. 

The Nevada Wing is in integral part of the Aviation Nation Air Show at Nellis AFB each year.  We perform low altitude surveys of restricted flight areas to keep our nations pilots safe.  We also perform other support missions for the United States Military as a true Auxiliary to the Air Force.

The Nevada Wing is now based at the Reno-Tahoe International Airport.

Col Timothy F. Hahn, CAP

Commander, Nevada Wing


Nevada Wing Headquarters
Contact Information

Phone 775.358.3700
Fax     775.358.3757

Mail Address

Nevada Wing HQ
PO Box 339
Sparks, NV  89432-0339

Physical Address

185 N. Edison Way
Suite 14
Reno, NV 89502

eMAIL

shawnbrewer@nvwg.cap.gov

 Submitting Wing & Squadron News Wing & Squadron News

Submitting News to the Nevada Wing 
If you have current news or information which would be of interest to the Nevada Wing, please submit it for publication consideration to the Nevada Wing Public Information Officer, Maj Thomas Cooper, Nevada Wing Public Affairs Officer

Web Publication
If you have an official press release for the Nevada Wing or for your own squadron page please submit it via your unit PIO (Public Information Officer). Images along with suggested captions are also appreciated.
 
Submitting Articles for Silver Wings over Nevada   If you have a press release or story of interest to be published in Silver Wings Over Nevada, the Nevada Wing's tri-quarterly statewide publication please submit them to the Editor, Maj Thomas Cooper via email .   Note: All text files must be in Microsoft Word, and all picture files must be JPEG With Captions on the photos.
 
There are three issues planned per year which are mailed to all members.   Information for publication should be submitted by 15 October, 15 February and 15 June each year to meet the publication deadlines for the respective issues.
  Wing Leadership

Col Tim Hahn, CAP
Commander (CC)
email:  Col Tim Hahn   
Lovelock, NV


LtCol Jay Roberts, CAP
Vice Commander (CV)
email: 
LtCol Jay Roberts   
Las Vegas, NV


Maj Carol Lynn, CAP
Chief of Staff (CS)
email: 
Maj Carol Lynn   
Las Vegas, NV


Maj. Shawn Brewer, CAP
Wing Administrator
Phone:
  775-358-3700
email:  Maj Shawn Brewer

 

 From the Commander


Electronic SIMS
Many units around the country are using SIMS, and users are very happy and pleased.  Basically, SIMS consists of a download from eServices, which contains almost all of the information needed on CAPF 45 and CAPF 45b.  Additional information, such as ribbons, can be entered into simple forms.  The program then formats this information into a “look-a-like” for the CAPF forms which automates the process.  It saves a bunch of work, and is recommended to the attention of both Wing and all units. A PowerPoint presentation detailing the uses of SIMS can be obtained at: http://www.squadroncommand.com/filemgmt/visit.php?lid=133  

An abbreviated version of SIMS is available in the WMU, and the full version can be downloaded (see link in PowerPoint presentation).  The local authorization is available on our publications page >> NV Wing Supp 1 to CAPR 50-17

>> more

  Personnel
Wing Personnel Roster  The Nevada Wing maintains a roster of Wing Personnel online.  The roster is password protected.  NVWG members may obtain the user name and password from their squadron commanders.   >> See NVWG Personnel Directory (password protected)
 
 Nevada Wing Calendar

The Nevada Wing maintains an official Wing schedule/calendar which is based upon the federal fiscal year - Oct 1st to Sept 30th.  It is updated frequently and is now available online.  
>>  Online Calendar   

Event Planning  The official Nevada Wing Calendar should be consulted before planning or scheduling official CAP events to preclude conflicts.  

Errors?  If you find errors or wish to make changes to the official schedule please contact Maj. Shawn Brewer at Nevada Wing HQ. 775-358-3700  Email:  ShawnBrewer@nvwg.cap.gov   

  Forms & Publications

Nevada Wing Publications Library
The Nevada Wing maintains a number of publications issued under its authority on this site. For your convenience the page features frequently needed CAP forms and publications.  >> Publications
 
Password Protection & Document Types   
Publications containing personal information are password protected. NVWG members may obtain the user name and password from their squadron commanders. A number of  documents are in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF) . Use the Adobe Reader button to download the product.
 
CAP National Forms and Publications Library
All CAP forms and publications are available from the CAP HQ site.

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 Cadet Programs

The Air Force Auxiliary (CAP) builds exceptional citizens for America by providing leadership training, technical education, scholarships and career education to young men and women, ages 12 to 21. 

The Civil Air Patrol offers more than $200,000 in college scholarships each year, and about 10 percent of each year’s freshman class at the U.S. Air Force Academy is comprised of former CAP cadets.   More >> Cadets Page


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