Many join because they are interested in pursuing careers in aviation. Others join because of an interest in emergency services or the military. Leadership and Management Training Search and Rescue Training and Service Parents, grand parents, and legal guardians of cadets may choose to join CAP as cadet sponsor members. CSMs can assist CAP units by helping provide adult supervision and assisting with transporation for cadet activities. Although closely associated with the United States Air Force, there is no military obligation as a member of Civil Air Patrol.
All services are strictly voluntary.
Senior and Cadet members are eligible to wear a uniform similar to the Air Force uniform. Nationwide, Civil Air Patrol membership currently exceeds 52,000 men, women, and young people. There are approximately 1,200 members in Minnesota Wing. You do not have to be a pilot or own an airplane to become a member of Civil Air Patrol.