CAP FLWG Commander

SER CC Col Van Buren, CAP COO John Salvador, and FLWG CC Col Negron at 2022 Special Olympics Airlift in Orlando. #CivilAirPatrol

As of 2000 HRS EDT FLWG Groups 5, 6, and 7 are at HURCON 3. All units under HURCON 3 will need to complete the HURCON 3, 4, and 5 checklists and SITREPS and all activities are cancelled. Watch your email for updates. More info at facebook.com/flwgcap or flwg.cap.gov/news/hurcon-st…

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It is time to get inspired. We are excited to announce the honorary guest speaker for the 2022 FLWG Conference. City of Tampa Fire Rescue Chief, Barbara Tripp, has graciously accepted our invitation to be our guest speaker at the banquet. Sign up at flwg.cap.gov/news/events/20…

Florida Wing will volunteer to assist and support the Special Olympics Games in Orlando during the first two weekends in June. Registration for Civil Air Patrol volunteers to participate in this service activity will open soon.

As we start the holiday season, please be safe and healthy. I want to thank each of you, the members of your units, and our friends and families that make up our CAP family. I look forward to seeing you in the future. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!!!

FLWG will be at HURCON 1 as of 0800 EST, Mon, 9 Nov. Until further notice - No non-essential travel, missions, or in-person meetings (virtual meetings may continue) Do not self deploy. Stay safe. More HURCON info and updates: GoFloridaWing.org or facebook.com/flwgcap

I am pleased to announce that FLWG is approved for Phase 1 operations as of today. Members, please check email for further information. To read the full message, click the link. gofloridawing.org

My latest update about what's happening in the Wing is on the FLWG website, including promotions, awards, COVID re-mobilization update, FLWG/SER Conference, and other information. Please visit the Florida Wing website to read the full message. gofloridawing.org

FLWG, It is with solemnity and deep sadness that I must inform you of the passing of another long time FLWG Airmen, Lt Col Bernard Schumacher, FL-000 Commander. To Bernie's family and friends, we offer you our sincere condolences and prayers. facebook.com/flwgcap/posts/…

FLWG members, It is with solemnity and deep sadness that I must inform you of the recent passing of a former Florida Wing Airmen, Rodney Scott Patterson, Lt Col, CAP. To Scott's family and friends, we offer you our sincere condolences and prayers. facebook.com/flwgcap/posts/…

FLWG Members, on behalf of the Wing Command Team: We wish you a Happy and Safe 4th of July. Please remember to observe social distancing, personal hygiene, and use masks as needed. Please be careful around fireworks during this holiday season. Have a great holiday weekend.

#RT @CAPNationalCC : Celebrating #JUNETEENTH2020 today. Reminds me of the last part of our pledge of allegiance - "with liberty and justice for all."

Congratulations to Wesley Chapel Cadet Squadron's C/Lt Col Elicia Smith on earning the Ira C Eaker Award # 3653!

Earlier today, while observing COVID19 precautions, I had the honor of presenting Col. Stephen Snelson, commander of the 6th AMW at MacDill AFB, with a token of appreciation for his support of Florida Wing and Civil Air Patrol during his tour at MacDill from June 2018 to May 2020

FLWG stands ready to support validated mission requirements. If your unit receives a request for support, please have them contact the National Operations Center at 888-211-1812 ext 300 or the FLWG A3/Operations Team. Thank you for your continued professionalism and excellence.

Congratulations to C/2Lt Crone from FL-066 and C/CMSgt LaChapelle from FL-383 on their acceptance into the US Air Force Academy Class of 2024.

This month I celebrate 33 years of @CivilAirPatrol membership, having joined as a @MIWGCAP Cadet in 1987. I challenge everyone reading this to reply with the earliest photo of you in CAP uniform. How long have you been a member? Photo is from July 4, 1987.

FLWG Members, I hope that you and your families are doing well in the current situation. I have outlined the current status of FLWG (click link to read.) Please continue to be safe. Thank you for your professionalism and excellence during these times. facebook.com/flwgcap/posts/…

Congratulations to C/Col. Michael Cassell upon earning the Spaatz Award (#2279) and on your promotion to Cadet Colonel.