Squadron News:
Awards were given to four members of the 338th at the recent Pennsylvania Wing Civil Air Patrol annual conference in Harrisburg. National Commander, Maj. General Tony Pineda, awarded Capt. Erin Long, 1st Lt Roy Long, and C/SMSgt John Smith the Recognition for Lifesaving award for aiding in the rescue of three men from an airplane crash near Mid-State Airport on June 26, 2006. Pictured accepting the award are: Col. M. Allen Applebaum, PA Wing Commander. C/SMSgt Smith, 1st Lt Long, Lt Col Marcia Cramer (of Virginia Wing, accepting for Capt. Long) and Maj. General Pineda, National Commander. More photos from the Wing Conference ar on the Photos page.
C/TSgt Chad Stitzer of Centre Hall was honored for being one of three Central Pennsylvania cadets to solo an airplane during the annual Powered Flight Encampment last summer in Franklin. C/TSgt Stitzer is a 2006 graduate of Penns Valley High School and is the Cadet Commander of the Nittany Valley Composite Squadron.
This annual Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Fly-In at Centre Airpark Saturday and Sunday October 7 and 8 was a huge success. Despite Saturdays weather, a good time was had by all, including the evening bonfire and an outdoor viewing of the famed movie "One Six Right." A few of the pilots and EAA members also gave Young Eagle flights to many kids who have never flown in an airplane.
Sundays events were spectacular, with an estimated sixty aircraft attending, including many demonstrations such as the Pitts special, auto-gyro, and formation flying, and powered parachutes. The weather on Sunday was equally terrific, and so was the food!
Lots of photos from the event are on the squadron website photo gallery:
http://338.gp2.pawg.cap.gov/gallery
Thanks again to everyone who participated to make this event a success for the local EAA chapters.
Thursday 28 September 2006
Cadet Airman Basic Alex Knoth of Lewistown received the General Curry award, and was promoted to the rank of Cadet Airman. Pictured to the right is 2nd Lt Mike Force pinning on Knoth's first stripe.
More pictures are on our Photos page.
Tuesday 19 September 2006
Civil Air Patrol Headquarters at Maxwell Air Force Base in Alabama officially granted the 338th composite squadron status, and approved a name change to reflect our new home and growing membership. We are now the Nittany Composite Squadron. Congratulations to all of the 338th members for making this milestone a reality!
Thursday 14 September 2006
At our 14 September meeting, cadet John Smith of Philipsburg was promoted to Cadet Senior Master Sergeant (C/SMSgt).
Pictured to the right is commander 1st Lt Roy Long congratulating John on his promotion. John has been an active CAP cadet for over two years, and previously served as deputy cadet commander and Cadet Advisory Council representative for the Penn State Composite Squadron before transferring to Flight 338 in the spring of 2006. Currently, John serves as the deputy cadet commander and drill sergeant for Flight 338.
More photos are on our Photos page.
On Sunday August 13th, the State College Radio Control Club held its annual airshow. This year, the airshow was held at Centre Airpark for the first time. With parking at a premium for this event, the SCRC asked 338 to help park cars and help out during the show. A good time was had by all, and everyone thrilled to the sounds and sights of many diferent types of R/C aircraft, full scale airplanes, and even two jumps from the Penn State skydivers.
Click here for the photos from the airshow!
Flight 338's Cadet Commander Chad Stitzer recently attended the 2006 PA Wing Powered Flight Encampment at Venango Regional Airport (KFKL). Congratulations to Chad, who earned his solo wings while at the encampment! Chad is now well on his way to earning his Private Pilot Certificate. Pictured to the right is certified flight instructor Lt Cannon, and Cadet Stitzer.
Photos and video from the Powered Flight Encampment are now on the 338 Photo Gallery.
Stop by and visit us during our weekly meetings!
- When? Thurdays at 7pm
- Where? Centre Airpark (N16)
- Or, contact Captain Roy Long
Click here for driving directions.