Vermont Wing - Civil Air Patrol

10/31/2026

🇺🇸 Rutland Squadron Invites Past Members to Alumni Night!

The Rutland Composite Squadron of Civil Air Patrol is inviting former members to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the squadron’s rich history at its annual Alumni Night on Thursday, November 19, 2026!

📅 Thursday, November 19, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Rutland Squadron Building – Rutland Airport

Over the years, hundreds of cadets and senior members have been part of Rutland Squadron, dedicating countless hours to volunteer service, leadership, and their community.

This special evening is an opportunity for past and present members to come together, share memories, stories, and photographs, and celebrate the people who have helped shape the squadron's proud legacy.

Were you once a member of Rutland Squadron or Civil Air Patrol? We'd love to see you there! Help us reconnect with former members by sharing this invitation!

📧 Questions? Contact Joann Larson at [email protected].

📸 A look back through Rutland Squadron's history: From a 1950 Rutland Herald article to cadets marching in the 2010 Loyalty Day Parade and squadron members through the years, these photos offer a glimpse into decades of service and tradition.

10/30/2026

Teamwork makes the dream work!

Whether it's working through complex emergency services scenarios, executing STEM challenges, or mastering drill movements, the cadets and senior members of the Catamount Composite Squadron prove time and again that we accomplish more when we work together. Problem-solving is at the heart of what we do, and every member brings a unique perspective to the table.

Interested in developing your leadership skills, serving your community, or exploring aviation? Catamount Composite Squadron in Springfield, Vermont is looking for new cadets (ages 12–18) and adult members (18+) to join our mission!

📅 When: Wednesdays from 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Where: Hartness State Airport (Springfield, VT)

Come visit us at an upcoming meeting to see teamwork in action and learn how you can get involved!

10/30/2026

We are proud to see Cadet Silas Miller of Champlain Composite Squadron VT-014 featured in the Shelburne News.

When a friend was seriously injured in a bicycle crash, Silas stayed calm, recognized that the situation required immediate help and found an adult to call 911. His preparation, perseverance and clear thinking helped his friend until emergency personnel arrived.

“I see the importance of being prepared,” Silas said.

Civil Air Patrol helps cadets develop the skills, leadership and confidence to serve their communities when it matters most.

Read the full story:
https://www.vtcng.com/shelburnenews/shelburnenews/news/local_news/teen-uses-survival-training-to-help-friend-in-bike-crash/article_23741ff5-1b32-4197-9dfb-e32a522e08dc.html

Silas Miller, a 13-year-old from Shelburne enrolled in the Civil Air Patrol cadet program, stayed cool, calm and collected when one of his friends suffered a serious bike injury.

10/29/2026

✈️ Training, Teamwork, and Hands-On Experience!

On Saturday, October 24, Civil Air Patrol’s Bennington Squadron hosted a multi-wing training exercise, bringing together cadets and senior members from the Vermont and Massachusetts Wings!

Throughout the day, members participated in aerial photography training and received instruction on the new RADO 5 requirements.

In the afternoon, 1st Lt. Joe Cordato led Bennington Squadron cadets on a three-mile hike up Mount Anthony, where they put their search and rescue skills to the test by practicing how to locate a simulated downed aircraft.

It was a fantastic day of learning, teamwork, and putting skills into action! Great job to all the members and cadets who participated!

📸 Photo Credit: SM Barbara Wilcox

10/19/2026

📡 Training Together, Building Skills!

On October 17, cadets from Rutland Composite Squadron (VT-009) and Bennington Composite Squadron (VT-076) joined forces in Bennington for Radio Direction Finding (RADO) training with Maj Ashton!

Following classroom instruction, cadets headed into the field to practice tracking and locating a distress beacon, strengthening their search and rescue skills while building teamwork across squadrons.

📸 Photo credit: SM Barbara Wilcox

10/17/2026

✈️ Congratulations to C/Maj David Burch on His Cadet Wings Selection! 🎉

Vermont Wing is incredibly proud to announce that C/Maj David Burch has been recommended for the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Wings Program as one of just 24 participants nationwide!

At 17 years old, Cadet Burch serves as the Cadet Commander of Rutland Composite Squadron (VT009). A Rutland, Vermont native and senior at Rutland Area Christian School, Cadet Burch joined CAP at just 12 years old with a passion for aviation that continues to drive his goals.

Cadet Burch has been working toward earning his private pilot certificate for years, reaching an exciting milestone this past July when he completed his first solo flight! After graduation, he plans to attend college while pursuing a career as a professional pilot.

Beyond aviation, Cadet Burch is an active leader throughout Vermont Wing, serving on the Cadet Advisory Council, representing the Wing at National Legislative Day, staffing encampments, and supporting Wing activities such as the Adirondack Balloon Festival. His enthusiasm for CAP has even inspired his family to join, including his father, Chaplain Stephen Burch, and sisters C/SSgt Lauren Burch and C/A1C Adrianna Burch, with another sibling planning to join next year!

💬 “It has been amazing to watch Cadet Burch grow up in this program, and CAP has really given him opportunities he would not have gotten anywhere else. We are so proud of what he has accomplished, and I know he will reach the goals he set for himself as a 12-year-old cadet basic.” — Capt Joann Larson, Rutland Composite Squadron Commander

Please join us in congratulating C/Maj Burch on this outstanding achievement! His dedication, leadership, and passion for aviation are a wonderful example of the opportunities available through Civil Air Patrol's Cadet Program.

👏 Congratulations, Cadet Burch! Vermont Wing is cheering you on as you continue reaching for the skies!

10/08/2026

From CAP cadet to helping the next generation lead!

The Colchester Sun recently featured Trevor Goad, communications officer for Champlain Composite Squadron VT-014. Through radio training and mentoring, Trevor helps cadets build skills and grow as leaders.

Read his story below! 👇

https://www.colchestersun.com/news/from-firefighting-to-civil-air-patrol-colchester-s-trevor-goad-lives-a-life-of-service/article_41438468-f194-4947-a121-e17da2f2eb92.html

COLCHESTER — For Trevor Goad, engaging in community service is a natural way of being.

10/08/2026

🇺🇸 Community Support Makes a Difference!

The Bennington Composite Squadron recently received an incredible $5,000 donation from American Legion Post 13 to help offset the cost of new Air Force-approved uniforms for its cadets!

This marks the largest donation the squadron has ever received, and we are incredibly grateful for the Legion's generosity and commitment to supporting our cadets.

To show their appreciation, squadron members hosted American Legion Post 13 for a Chinese barbecue luncheon and presented commemorative plaques in recognition of their generous support.

This wonderful partnership highlights the strength of our local communities and what can be accomplished when organizations come together to support the next generation of leaders.

👏 Thank you, American Legion Post 13, for investing in our cadets and the future of Civil Air Patrol!

📸 Photos by Barbara Wilcox

10/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our October promotions and newest members!

Each promotion represents continued dedication, hard work, leadership, and a commitment to excellence. We’re proud to recognize our cadets as they continue progressing through the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program!

Congratulations to all of our newly promoted cadets and senior members! 🇺🇸✈️

09/29/2026

✈️ TWO opportunities to discover Civil Air Patrol this week — and the first is TONIGHT!

If you’ve been curious about Civil Air Patrol, this is a great week to come see what we’re all about. Two Vermont Wing squadrons are opening their doors to the public on back-to-back nights!

📍 CAPITAL COMPOSITE SQUADRON
📅 TONIGHT — Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 6:30–8:00 p.m.
✈️ Edward F. Knapp Airport | Berlin, VT

📍 CATAMOUNT COMPOSITE SQUADRON
📅 Wednesday, September 30
⏰ 6:30–8:00 p.m.
✈️ Hartness State Airport | Springfield, VT

Civil Air Patrol offers opportunities for cadets ages 12–21 in aviation, aerospace, leadership, emergency services, STEM, physical fitness, and more — and there are plenty of ways for adults 18+ to volunteer, too!

No experience is necessary, and you don’t need to be a pilot or have a military background. Just come by, meet our members, ask questions, and see what CAP has to offer.

Know someone who might be interested? Share this with them!

🔗 Learn more: vtwg.cap.gov/join | whatiscap.org

Vermont Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. Emergency Services, Aerospace Education, Cadet Programs. Volunteer opportunities.