Elizabeth City Composite Squadron CAP MER NC-805

Captain Elliott

Congratulations to all who worked so hard to get our unit in shape for the inspection. We scored high across the board and the following comments were made by the inspectors: Some were so excited with what we are doing they wanted to come join our unit...others said they liked some of our programs so much that they were going to take them and implement them at their own unit. All this goes to show that NC 805 is one of the best units in North Carolina.

Congratulations!

Capt Elliott

Captain Elliott · Sun Sep 23, 2007 3:58 pm PRIORITY LIST from SUI

PRIORITY LIST
ELIZABETH CITY COMPOSITE SQUADRON NC-805
08 September 2007

1. Install locking bar on unit file cabinet.
2. Squadron commander to coordinate with Group Commander and wing for the completion of Form 5 and orientation pilot qualification requirements for unit pilots.
3. Assign an additional Flight Release Officer.
4. Arrange to have 6 unit members take OPSEC ASAP.
5. Continue Professional Development for members:
a. ECI 13
b. SLS
c. Levels II and III
d. Yeager Award
6. Encourage and accelerate the PAO Program.
7. Involve cadets in the Wing Encampment Program.
8. Coordinate obtaining Wing Communication Plan through Group Commander.
9. Update CAPF 45b for all unit members.
10. Develop Ground Team.

Captain Elliott · Sun Sep 23, 2007 4:02 pm SUI Results - Required Reading

Attached are the SUI results. You may open and read. Consider the comments and attempt to implement recommended changes. Always room for improvement.

File is at the following:

http://www.fast-files.com/getfile.aspx?file=15501

Lt Isbell · Sun Sep 23, 2007 10:05 pm

A-1 – AEROSPACE EDUCATION: Excellent

- The AEO conducts an excellent program.
- Squadron maintains a good relationship with the US Coast Guard which provides C-130 rides for members.
- The airport manager and his son are members of the squadron. As permissible with aircraft owners, he allows “hands on training” with available aircraft.
- The head of the aerospace program at Elizabeth City University is a member and he makes ECU resources available to the squadron.

B-1 – CADET PROGRAMS: Excellent

- See above comments which apply to the AE program.
- Cadets are active in the Joint Training Initiative Program (J-TIP) with the ROTC.
- Cadets participated in the Wreaths Across America event.
- Cadets participated in the Operation Evacuation Registration with Elizabeth City Emergency Management organization to register and evacuate special needs citizens.

C-1 – EMERGENCY SERVICES: Outstanding

- The unit participated in 5 UDF missions in the last 18 months. All ES documents for UDF’s are complete.
- The unit has a MOU with Elizabeth City for the above mentioned Operation Evacuation Registration Program.
- Arrangements have been made to have US Coast Guard launch aerial assets to work with the unit ground teams while on assigned SAR missions.

C-2 – COUNTERDRUG: Not Rated

- There is no Counterdrug Program in this unit.

C-3 – OPERATIONS: Satisfactory

- Three unit pilots are in the process of getting Form 5 qualified.

C-4 – AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT: Not Rated

- This unit does not share any CAP aircraft assigned to Group 3.

C-5 – COMMUNICATIONS: Satisfactory

- The unit Communications Officer has held a BCUT class for seniors and cadets.
- The cadets have been given hands on training with ISR units. The ISR’s have been used in field exercises.
- Non-expendable communications equipment is not assigned to unit members.

D-1 – PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Excellent

- The Professional Development Officer is in the process of implementing an exceptional program for seniors and cadets.
- Substantial progress has been made to encourage senior members to complete requirements for Levels I, II and III. Several senior members have completed levels in advance of their respective grades.
- The unit has expressed a willingness to host SLS and CLC.
- A plan is in progress for the PDO to serve as staff trainer for all positions.

D-2 – CHAPLAIN: Satisfactory

- The unit Chaplain has been in this position for 3 years. He has completed Levels I and II.
- The chaplain program in this unit is highly satisfactory.
- Moral leadership sessions are conducted monthly. Subjects covered include morality, cheating, leadership, bullying and trust.

D-3 – FINANCE: Excellent

- The Finance Officer serves as a procurement officer for the US government.
- The FO has set up a unit system of complete record keeping and tight fiscal control.
- The FO has developed and incorporated supplemental forms such as Purchase Requisitions for review.
- The filing system includes folders for each finance subject which includes provisions for receipts and a register log.
- The unit Finance Committee meets quarterly. Minutes are recorded by the unit commander.

D-4 – ADMINISTRATION: Excellent

- The unit accesses CAP publications via electronic copies.
- The unit administrative records are properly maintained and procedures are followed IAW CAP policies.

D-5 – PERSONNEL: Excellent

- The unit personnel files have been upgraded and are in excellent order.
- All regulations, forms pamphlets, etc. are downloaded from the CAP web site.
- All CAPF 60’s are reviewed and updated regularly.
- A locking bar should be installed on the unit file cabinet to maintain security of personnel information.
- The unit commander reviews renewals, promotions and awards and takes appropriate action.

D-6 – PUBLIC AFFAIRS: Satisfactory

- The unit commander assigned a new PAO last month.
- The PAO is collecting photos on the unit web site to make cadets aware of unit activities and participation of members.
- The PAO is compiling photo books for future use in community events.
- The PAO plans to get involved with community volunteer groups through the Chamber of Commerce.

D-7 – SUPPLY: Outstanding

-The squadron is committed to the Joint Training Initiative Program (J-TIP) which involves the local JROTC and JAFROTC units. These units trade spare uniforms with each other.
- All unit supply records and files are in outstanding order.
- All supply procedures are followed IAW CAPR 67-1.

D-8 – TRANSPORTATION: Excellent

- Unit has been assigned a Bronco. All procedures are followed IAW CAPR 77-1.

D-9 – DRUG DEMAND REDUCTION: Excellent

- The unit does not have a DDR Program per se. The unit is involved with the J-TIP and Blue Ranger Programs which all have strong commitments to drug reduction.

E-1 – COMMAND: Excellent

- Captain James Elliott, squadron commander, is to be commended for his accomplishments in building this unit to its current state. His leadership abilities are reflected in the overall rating of Excellent. He has recruited and surrounded himself with a cadre of talented and dedicated members.

E-2 – SAFETY: Satisfactory

- Safety briefings are held each meeting.
- A number of the unit’s members are currently serving in military services. As such, they bring years of experience in MRM, ORM and safety disciplines.
- Safety is evaluated and included in the planning of all squadron activities.