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When can I use a CAP vehicle?
You are authorized to use a CAP vehicle for any and all CAP related purposes. CAP vehicles are for use for all things falling under CAP business umbrella, not just missions.
There are two main parts in CAPR 132-1, CAP VEHICLE MANAGEMENT, that talk about official CAP vehicle use.
7.1. Operating a CAP vehicle is a privilege, not a right. Valid CAP driving permissions (approved in Ops Quals) are required prior to operating any CAP vehicle.
8.1. COVs and TUVs shall be used for official CAP purposes only.
CAP vehicles are meant to be used for CAP business/purposes only.
A good rule of thumb is:
If it’s for CAP business, you’re good to use the CAP vehicle.
If it’s not for CAP business, then the CAP vehicle shouldn’t be used.
As there are many situations that CAP vehicles are needed, below is a list to help provide clarity on appropriate vehicle use..
Appropriate Vehicle Use
Transporting staff to and from official CAP activities/events
Traveling to meetings, trainings, or conferences related to CAP
CAP site visits, inspections, or field work
Picking up or delivering CAP-related materials, supplies, or equipment
Transporting tools or equipment needed for CAP work
Travel between CAP facilities, activities, or events
Supporting CAP projects, task, or missions
Attending required CAP related appointments and briefings
Transporting teams or groups for CAP-related activities
Conducting CAP route checks, evaluations, or assessments (such as checking on facilities, aircraft, or vehicles)
Supporting emergency response or urgent CAP needs (if applicable)
Traveling to vendor or partner locations for CAP business
Picking up parts or supplies necessary for CAP operations
CAP fleet-related inspections or maintenance trips (aircraft or vehicle)
Community or public service work officially assigned or approved by CAP
Any trip clearly connected to your CAP job duties or assignment
Scenarios of Acceptable Use
Wing is having an event, and food starts to run low. Wing X LGT uses the CAP vehicle to go get more food from the local grocery story for the CAP event. This can also happen before the event starts, i.e. going to get extra or missing items such a admin supplies, event materials, or food.
Member X is traveling to a CAP event several hours away. The member left home in the morning and stops at a restaurant to have lunch.
Wing X Bookkeeper goes to bank to deposit checks. The bank is located next to a dry cleaner, which has CAP member uniforms. The bookkeeper goes to the cleaners and picks up the uniforms, after the bank and heads back to wing HQ.
Wing X LGT takes the vehicle in for maintenance. Once the maintenance is completed, the LGT stops by a coffee shop to get a cup of coffee before taking the vehicle back to the wing HQ parking lot.
Wing X has members on a mission for multiple days. Members use the vehicle to make trips to lodging, restaurants, and local stores/markets for food or admin supplies.
De Minimis Use
What is “De minimis use”? It is basically very small, incidental personal use that is still considered acceptable.
What “de minimis use” looks like:
Making a quick stop (like grabbing a drink or using the restroom) while already on a CAP work trip
Minor, short interruptions that don’t change the purpose of the trip
Very limited personal use that happens during an official CAP business trip
What it does not mean:
Running personal errands
Using the vehicle for personal trips or commuting
Any use where the main purpose is not CAP business/purpose
