Gainesville Composite Squadron

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Pilot Achievements

Congratulations to Capt Greg Ashley and Capt Bryan Smith who successfully passed Form 91 check rides on Saturday, 23 June, and are now rated Mission Pilots.

Congratulations as well to our squadron's newest CAP Pilot, 2d Lt Jeff Godman, who recently passed his Form 5 check ride.

Squadron Conducts Flag Retirement Ceremony

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flagretirement By C/SSgt Tim Lhota
Photo by Capt Leslie Ballard

In honor of Flag Day, June 14th, at the invitation of The Village retirement community, the Gainesville Composite Squadron led a retirement ceremony for old, worn, and damaged U.S. flags. Following speeches from C/CMSgt Brent Rist and Capt Leslie Ballard about the meaning of leadership and the history of CAP, the ceremony began. The Color Guard marched out with the ceremonial flag. The Color Guard, made up of C/CMSgt Brent Rist, C/SSgt Tim Lhota, C/SrA Tiffany Jakowczuk and C/CMSgt Evan Stanley, took position around the burn barrel. 1st Lt Collin David presented a short speech on the symbolism of the U.S. flag. The flag bearers then unfolded the flag and solemnly placed it into the fire. The Color Guard then stood vigilant, guarding the burn barrel until all remnants of the flag had burned away. It made for an enjoyable and unforgettable experience.

For more photos of the event, click here.

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Upcoming Events

American Heroes Airshow
May 10, 2008
Cadet Training Day
May 17, 2008
Flag Placing with VFW, O-Rides
May 24, 2008
Squadron Fun Day (BBQ)
May 31, 2008
National Cadet Competition
June 26 - 29, 2008

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Congratulations

Color Guard - SER Champions
C/John Samonas - Spaatz Award
2d Lt Larry Henderson - CAP Pilot
C/Tiffany Jakowczuk - FLWG Cadet Honor Society (2nd award)

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