posted May 16, 2013, 7:09 PM by Mark Woods
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updated May 19, 2013, 8:06 PM
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Alcon, On March 11, we communicated the need to "pause" funded flying activities due to the uncertainty of funding for the rest of the fiscal year due to Federal government budget issues. Last week, funding was restored and as a result, the following missions are now approved for the month of May; Form 5/91 check rides: 13-T-5594
Aspen Training: 13-T-5595
KAP 140 Auto Pilot Training: 13-T-5590
The training materials for Aspen Training and KAP-140 Auto Pilot Training can be viewed by navigating to WMIRS -> current missions/sorties -> click on appropriate mission number hyper-link -> then click on radio button titled "Mission Files". Reimbursements cannot be provided for self-funded check rides that were conducted during the pause in flying activities. -- MARC PAGAN, Lt Col, CAP Director of Operations Ohio Wing Headquarters |
posted Mar 11, 2013, 10:16 PM by Mark Woods
Alcon, As communicated last week, over the
weekend of 21-23 JUN 2013, Ohio Wing will undergo a biennial SAREVAL by
CAP-USAF. This event must be paid from our Training Budget, as well as
any exercises needed in order to prepare for the SAREVAL. As you know,
this has been a very tight year for the Federal budget and as such, the
net effect is that Ohio Wing has received less funds for this
year's Training Budget. At this time, the financial forecast is
that there are not enough dollars in the Training Budget to cover, in
order of priority; 1) the estimated costs of the SAREVAL, 2) the needed
preparatory training to assure a successful evaluation, 3) Form 5/91
check rides, and 4) Glass Cockpit Training.
Therefore, it is necessary to immediately pause funded
flights for Form 5/91 check rides (mission # 13-T-4525) and Glass
Cockpit Training (mission # 13-T-4648) until further notice. If any such
flights are conducted, they will need to be self-funded as "B" or "C"
missions. This action has no impact on maintenance flights (A9), Cadet
Orientation flights (A15) or other missions funded by USAF.
Wing leadership is in the process of seeking additional
funding with hope to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
Operations will keep you posted as details become available. Thank you
for your understanding and cooperation.
--
MARC PAGAN, Lt Col, CAP
Director of Operations
Ohio Wing Headquarters |
posted Mar 11, 2013, 10:14 PM by Mark Woods
Today, N370CP was relocated to The Ohio State University Airport
(KOSU), Columbus, Ohio. The Columbus Senior Squadron (OH-085), aircraft
custodial unit, has negotiated space for a CAP aircraft in a heated
hangar and has relocated their Squadron headquarters to KOSU. Unit Local
Procedures will be posted on the Operations web page shortly. KOSU will
be a permanent base for a CAP aircraft. More details will be
communicated by Capt David Sitter, Aircraft Manager, soon.
In the meantime, you may contact Capt Sitter or me for any needs regarding this change.
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MARC PAGAN, Lt Col, CAP
Director of Operations
Ohio Wing Headquarters |
posted Feb 19, 2013, 6:34 PM by Mark Woods
I am pleased to announce that Col
Mathews has signed a lease agreement negotiated by Capt David Sitter,
Commander, Columbus Senior Squadron, and Operations to have a CAP
aircraft based at The Ohio State University Airport, Columbus, Ohio. It
will be stored in a heated community hangar, with access 24/7 much like
the arrangement at the former Lane Aviation hangar at Rickenbacker
Airport. Unit Local Procedures are being developed and a date will be
communicated as to when the aircraft will be based there. The Columbus
Senior Squadron will relocate to The Ohio State University Airport in
the near future and will be the custodial unit for the CAP aircraft that
will be based there.
--
MARC PAGAN, Lt Col, CAP
Director of Operations
Ohio Wing Headquarters |
posted Jan 4, 2013, 3:22 PM by Mark Woods
Members of Ohio Wing;
At the beginning of each New Year, many of us look back to
reflect on what has been accomplished. Your Operations department has
recently done the same. Over the past 16 months, significant
accomplishments have been made including:
- improved aircraft maintenance program
- improved record-keeping of logs to assure that aircraft assigned
to Ohio Wing are safe, compliant, airworthy and mission ready
- improved service levels by reducing fleet "down-time" due to routine maintenance issues
- acquired an additional new C-182 aircraft
- acquired an refurbished C-172 (yet to be delivered) to replace the oldest aircraft in the fleet
- worked with the custodial units individually to improve the
overall understanding, accuracy and timeliness of monthly aircraft
reporting
- revised the OWF18 to be easier to use
- expanded the Operations page on the Wing web site to provide more timely information
There's still much more on our "to do" list that were are excited
about tackling this year. In order to sustain this level of
performance, Operations is accepting applications from Senior Members
for the following positions:
Deputy Director Operations - This position reports
directly to the DO and includes the responsibilities described in CAPR
20-1(E) Part III and other duties as assigned. Working knowledge of the
overall CAP organization and specific knowledge of CAPR 60-1, CAPR 66-1
and Supplements, CAPP 52-7 and proficiency in eServices and the Web
Mission Information Reporting System (WMIRS) is highly desirable. This
position requires action to assist in executing Operations plans
and programs, as well as the spontaneous operational needs of the Wing
in a timely and efficient manner.
Assistant Wing Maintenance Officer - This
position reports directly to the Wing Maintenance Officer and requires
action to support the responsibilities described in CAPR 20-1(E) Part
III and other duties as assigned. General knowledge of aircraft
maintenance and specific knowledge of CAPR 60-1, CAPR 66-1 and
Supplement, and proficiency in WMIRS, eServices and Excel is highly
desirable.
Assistant Orientation Flight Officer - This
position will report directly to the Wing Orientation Flight Officer.
Duties include action to support of the "Goals of the Program" as posted
on the 'Cadet Orientation Rides' page of the Ohio Wing web site and
other duties as assigned. General knowledge of CAPR 60-1, CAPR 66-1 and
Supplement, and specific knowledge of CAPP 52-7 is required. Proficiency
in WMIRS and experience in event planning is highly desirable.
If you are interested, please submit your letter of application and include the following information:
Position Desired
Brief Biography (1 page or less)
Current CAP Qualifications and Experience
Professional/Educational/Technical Qualifications and Experience
CAP Specialty Ratings
Brief description of your personal CAP goals and how serving in Operations would support those goals
How you plan to address the duties for the position desired
Applications will be accepted through January 11, 2013. Interviews
will be scheduled, conducted and concluded no later than February 1,
2013. Each applicant will be individually notified of their eligibility
and interview results. You may submit your application via email
directly me.
Thanks for your interest and support.
MARC PAGAN, Major, CAP
Director of Operations
Ohio Wing Headquarters |
posted Dec 13, 2012, 5:35 PM by Mark Woods
All,
CAPR
60-1, 12 Dec 12, CAP Flight Management, is posted on the publications
page at:
http://www.capmembers.com/media/cms/R060_001_132EEB0197465.pdf
Pilots: Please review to determine the impact upon CAP Flight operations.
Aircraft Managers and Aircraft Maintenance Officers: Please copy and insert into the Aircraft Information File (AIF) for your aircraft no later than 1 Jan 13.
James H. Moore Lt Col CAP OH Wing WMO |
posted Sep 17, 2012, 10:18 AM by Mark Woods
Sent on behalf of Brig. Gen. Joseph Vazquez
________________________________________
CAP Pilots,
Please review the Memorandum
from the CAP-USAF Commander. It relates to aircrews flying proficiency
maneuvers and adding extra flight training time when flying
non-training mission sorties. Please note this guidance does not apply
when flying pre-approved training or check ride missions; For example:
those flown under the following mission symbols: A4, A5, A7, B12 and
B17.
Accomplishing unnecessary training or proficiency items on
non-training missions violates the trust that CAP-USAF and our customers
place on CAP for getting the job done efficiently, and it also exposes
the flight crew to needless liability. Training not incidental to
mission accomplishment might be deemed outside the scope of a flight
release, resulting in forfeiture of insurance coverage. I know I can
count on you to understand the seriousness of this notice and the
consequences of “bending” the rules.
Best Regards,
Joseph R. Vazquez, Brigadier General, CAP
National Vice Commander
Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary |
posted Sep 8, 2012, 3:22 PM by Mark Woods
Please pass on to all pilots. Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) now recommends turning on navigation, position, anti-collision, and logo lights (if equipped) prior to taxi. James H. Moore Lt Col CAP OH Wing Maintenance Officer (WMO) -- FAASafety.gov -------------------------------------------------------- Updated AIM Information Notice Number: NOTC4145 Recently a pilot informed us of changes to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) concerning the use of lights and transponder while moving on the surface of an airport. This pilot learned from a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE). Although it is your individual responsibility to stay aware of procedures in the AIM, we thought you would want to know about this particular safety initiative! The AIM, which is available at http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/atpubs/aim/Index.htm, is updated in February and July of each year, and included in the last February change was an updated description of the “Operation Lights On” pilot safety program. In section 4-3-23, Use of Aircraft Lights, paragraphs (c), (e), (f) and (g) describe the use of lights while on an airport. We invite you to go to the AIM and read each of these paragraphs. For example, paragraph (e) states, Prior to commencing taxi, it is recommended to turn on navigation, position, anti-collision, and logo lights (if equipped). To signal intent to other pilots, consider turning on the taxi light when the aircraft is moving or intending to move on the ground, and turning it off when stopped or yielding to other ground traffic. Strobe lights should not be illuminated during taxi if they will adversely affect the vision of other pilots or ground personnel. Furthermore, the use of your transponder while taxiing is recommended in paragraph 4-1-20. It says, in part, Civil and military transponders should be turned to the “on" or normal altitude reporting position prior to moving on the airport surface to ensure the aircraft is visible to ATC surveillance systems. We encourage you to keep abreast of the periodic changes to the AIM, and they make it easy by providing a change summary page for each change. We appreciate these items being brought to our attention so that we could share them with you. This notice is being sent to you because you selected "General Information" in your preferences on FAASafety.gov. If you wish to adjust your selections, log into https://www.faasafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx where you can update your preferences. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Home Page: http://www.FAASafety.gov Email Preferences: http://www.FAASafety.gov/Users/pub/preferences.aspx |
posted Jul 10, 2012, 4:16 AM by Paul Creed III
ALCON, Operations is very pleased to announce that Ohio Wing has been issued a new Cessna -182T NAVIII with G1000 avionics. This is an additional aircraft, increasing our fleet size from 7 to 8 aircraft and 1 glider. Major Don Miller and Major Paul Palmisciano have been selected to attend the week-long Cessna Factory-Training for the G1000 in Independence, KS, and fly the new aircraft back to Columbus, OH, arriving 5 August 2012. More details will be communicated as they become available. You are encouraged to attend the Commander's Call on July 14 at Ohio Wing Headquarters. Operations is on the agenda and will provide an overview that will include strategic plans regarding the entire aircraft fleet.
MARC PAGAN, Major, CAP Director of Operations, Ohio Wing |
posted Jul 3, 2012, 5:42 AM by Paul Creed III
ALCON, Operations is pleased to announce that Ohio Wing will be issued a refurbished Cessna -172 into the fleet as a replacement aircraft for N9345L, which was recently retired from CAP service. The C-172 will have a refurbished interior, new paint and Aspen Avionics. The aircraft will be added to the Ohio fleet when the refurbishment is completed in August. More details will be communicated as they become available. You are encouraged to attend the Commander's Call on July 14 at Ohio Wing Headquarters. Operations is on the agenda and will provide an overview that will include strategic plans regarding the entire aircraft fleet.
MARC PAGAN, Major, CAP Director of Operations, Ohio Wing |
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