Five New Jersey Civil Air Patrol cadets are taking significant steps toward earning their private pilot certificates as students at a Civil Air Patrol’s National Flight Academy, held July 10-19. Hosted by Civil Air Patrol’s New Jersey Wing in partnership with Ocean County Airport, the academy brought together 14 cadets from across the country for […]
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New Jersey Wing Cadets Visit State House for Legislative Day
More than 50 cadets and adult members of the New Jersey Wing of Civil Air Patrol recently gathered at the New Jersey State House for State Legislative Day, helping raise awareness of the organization’s missions and services among state lawmakers. Throughout the day, members met with legislators and staff to discuss Civil Air Patrol’s emergency […]
ACIT Aviation Program Launches Student into Prestigious Air Force Flight Academy Scholarship
From classroom to cockpit, Atlantic County Institute of Technology’s (ACIT) Aviation Studies program is launching junior student Andrew Merlock into the prestigious Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) Flight Academy. Merlock will continue to train for and earn his private pilot certification over the summer break. His selection highlights ACIT’s expanding role in preparing students for […]
New Jersey Governor Recognizes History and Service to State and Nation of the New Jersey Wing of Civil Air Patrol
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill issued a proclamation recognizing Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, as New Jersey “Wing of the Civil Air Patrol Day.” The proclamation, the Governor stated, commemorates the Wing’s 85th Anniversary of service to the State and Nation, “as a fitting occasion to recognize its enduring contributions and honor the commitment of all […]
$7.3 Million in FY26 Airport Improvement Program Grants Announced in New Jersey
The New Jersey Governor’s Office announced the awarding of 11 FY26 Airport Improvement Program grants to 11 airports totaling more than $6.5 million in state funds, and an additional $800,000 in FAA matching grant funds to support airport safety and improvement projects. These grants, which leverage state funding and airport contributions, will support approximately $7.3 […]
CAP’s New Jersey Wing Assists U.S. Air Force with Critical Blood Processing Mission
Members of Civil Air Patrol’s New Jersey Wing recently mobilized to assist the U.S. Air Force in processing blood products destined for deployed service members. This effort expands the reach of Operation Pulse Lift, CAP’s ongoing humanitarian blood collection mission, and supports the need for blood for U.S. forces overseas. Responding to a request from […]
NUAIR and Syracuse Regional Airport Authority Celebrate Federal Selection of Port Authority of New York and New Jersey for Landmark eVTOL Integration Pilot Program
NUAIR and the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) celebrated the selection of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) as one of eight projects nationwide chosen to participate in the U.S. Department of Transportation’s newly established Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). Announced by U.S. […]
New Jersey Cadets Showcase Civil Air Patrol’s Impact at National Legislative Day
Civil Air Patrol cadets and senior members from New Jersey recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to advocate for Civil Air Patrol’s missions and demonstrate the organization’s measurable impact on communities across the state and nation. “Our members represented New Jersey with exceptional professionalism and confidence,” said CAP Col. Amy Myzie, commander of the New Jersey […]
Electra Named as Inaugural Participant in Department of Transportation’s Advanced Air Mobility Program
The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that Virginia-based Electra.aero, Inc. (Electra) is the premier private company participant in the Trump Administration’s inaugural Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing and Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) alongside state partners. The program calls for the formation of public-private partnerships with […]
New Jersey Wing CAP Cadets Honor Veterans During Wreaths Across America Ceremonies
Photo – The color guard from the McGuire Composite Squadron presents the colors to open the “Wreaths Across America” ceremony. From left are Cadet Lt Col Alexander Hawkins, Cadet 2nd Lt Sophia Loosa, Cadet LtCol Nathaniel Hawkins and Cadet Staff Sgt Lauchlan Marcheski. Photo credits to New Jersey Wing, Civil Air Patrol. Civil Air Patrol […]
