General Resources and Helpful Links
New Senior Members
Senior Member Fast Start Handbook
Your professional development
Civil Air Patrol Ribbons and Awards
Civil Air Patrol Awards Displayer
Uniforms
CAP members are authorized to wear Civil Air Patrol distinctive uniforms as well as U.S. Air Force-style. Civil Air Patrol uses distinctive emblems, insignia, and badges to identify individuals wearing the Air Force-style uniforms as CAP members. Wear of the Air Force-style uniforms, as well as the insignia, badges, and devices worn on these uniforms are as prescribed by the Commander CAP-USAF with the approval of Headquarters USAF. Civil Air Patrol prescribes wear policy and the use of CAP emblems, insignia, and badges on the CAP distinctive uniforms. Members electing to wear the Air Force-style uniforms must meet the weight and grooming standards prescribed in CAPM 39-1
Civil Air Patrol Uniform Manual CAPM 39-1 (Seniors and Cadets)
Uniforms Common Infractions
Uniform purchase options:
Vanguard
The Hock
Brigade QM
Uncle Stan’s Military Surplus, 900 7th Ave, Marion, IA (phone # 319-377-3456), is a good resource for uniforms, both new and used. The store gives CAP members a 10% discount when buying items to be used for CAP. Please do not abuse this opportunity by requesting a discount on items that will not be used for CAP.
Military Surplus Stores
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