Donate
Attention Senior Members:
Please visit our Spaatz Award Exam Administrator page
Pre-Requisites for Attempting the Spaatz Award Exams
Be a current CAP cadet, as shown in eServices
Possess a CAP uniform and wear it properly
Be capable of reciting the Cadet Oath from memory
Have earned the Eaker Award
Have current Cadet Protection training, if over age 18
Obtain permission from your squadron and wing commanders to take the exam. Draft an ...
Fitness
Character
60 questions
Multiple-choice
60-minute time limit
80% passing score
Study:
Learn to Lead, vols 1-4
CAPR 39-1,
CAP Uniform Regulation
(cadet uniform standards)
CAPR 60-1,
Cadet Program Management,
chapters 1 and 5
CAPP 60-33,
CAP Drill & Ceremonies
60 questions
Multiple-choice
60-minute time limit
80% passing score
Study:
Aerospace:
Journey of Flight fourth
How to Become Eligible for Promotion
1. General Advancement Pre-Requisites (Ref: CAPR 60-1, 5.2.3)
Be a current CAP cadet, as shown in eServices.
Possess a CAP uniform and wear it properly.
Be able to recite the Cadet Oath from memory.
Participate actively in unit meetings.
Have spent a minimum of 8 weeks (56 days) in Achievement 3, unless eligible for a JROTC accelerated promotion (see CAPR 60-1, 5.6.2.3).
2. Leadership:
Pass a comprehensive Learn to Lead exam, with a ...
Displays a positive attitude; optimistic; enthusiastic; team-orientated
Core Values
Aware of the Core Values; honest; wears uniform properly; practices customs and courtesies
Communication Skills
Listens actively; attentive; asks good questions
Sense of Responsibility
Follows directions; dependable; arrives ready to learn and serve; effective in managing own time
Interpersonal Skills
Not applicable
Critical Thinking
Not applicable
Delegation Skills
Not applicable
Typical Duties Upon Promotion
Element
60-1, 9.1.2)
c. Philosophy
Encampment presents the five key traits of cadet life: the uniform, aerospace themes ... demonstrate proper wear of the uniform, drill and ceremonies, and military
customs and courtesies.
To instill in ... the flight staff evaluating the students on the following areas:
Customs and Courtesies (via Reporting In)
Uniform
: Professionals w/skills which make them eligible for advanced grade
Military Path: Current and Former military personnel
Cadet Path: Former Civil Air Patrol Cadets.
Level 2 is also divided into two parts:
Part 1, Which is required for promotions and many specialty tracks, is focused on broad skills such as uniforms, accountability, the chain of command and basic expectations of a squadron/flight officer.
Part 2, which expands on the basics, and introduces subjects such as
Timeline Resources
Timeline - Winter 2027 Activities (Dec 2026-April 2027)
Timeline - Summer 2027 Activities (May-Aug 2027)
General Guidance
Program Administration
Activity Director Selection and Expectations
Activity Staff Selection Best Practices
Cadet Special Activity (CSA) Accreditation
PDF
Transportation
Staff Training
Guests and Visitors
PDF
Uniform ... Continuity
Equipment Request
After the Activity
Awards Overview
PDF
CAP Forms and Regulations
CAPF 120 Award Recommendation
CAPR 39-1 Civil Air Patrol Uniform Regulation - Hot Weather Uniform Memo (June 2025)
CAPP 39-3 Awards Made Easy
Certificate Templates
Certificate - Student
Certificate - Staff
Certificate - Speaker
Survey Links
Post-Activity Survey - Cadets
Post
How to Become Eligible for Promotion
1. General Advancement Pre-Requisites (Ref: CAPR 60-1, 5.2.3)
Be a current CAP cadet, as shown in eServices.
Possess a CAP uniform and wear it properly.
Be able to recite the Cadet Oath from memory.
Participate actively in unit meetings.
Have spent a minimum of 8 weeks (56 days) in Achievement 2, unless eligible for a JROTC accelerated promotion (see CAPR 60-1, 5.6.2.3).
2. Leadership:
Take Cadet Interactive Learn to Lead ... Aerospace Dimensions Interactive module.
Leadership Expectations
Fulfilling the promotion eligibility requirements above is only half the battle. You also need to show that you have some leadership skills. Look at the goals below and once in a while ask yourself how well you're doing in those areas.
Attitude
Displays a positive attitude; optimistic; enthusiastic; team-orientated
Core Values
Aware of the Core Values; honest; wears uniform properly; practices customs and courtesies
Communication Skills
Listens
must pay $5 per day for museum entrance.
Dress for CAP members is either service uniform or CAP polo shirts. Attendees should bring CAP ID and CAPFs-160/161.
If you are a seasoned AEO who would like to demonstrate your STEM kit or present a lesson, please contact jlamb@mar.cap.gov.
For more information and to register, follow this link.
Honor Guard Charge" see section 15.9
"Honor Guard Creed" see p.4
"What is an Honor Guard?" see chapter 2
A4 - DDR Ambassadorship
DDR-X activity guide
A5 - Texas vs. Johnson
Landmarks: Historic US Supreme Court Decisions Lesson 15
Basic Drill Competency
Cadet Drill Guide, drill training sequence, pp. 5-6
Advanced Uniform, Dress, and Appearance
U1 - Uniform Clinic
Color Guard Ceremonial Training
C1 - Color Guard Formations
C2 - Manual of Arms
C3 - Drill With Colors
C4 - Wheels & Abouts With
uniform costs and overnight activity fees; a fully-active cadet could incur $300 to $600 in costs during the first year, less any financial assistance
Military Obligation: None, but 8% of USAF Academy cadets are former CAP cadets
Annual Flying Hours: 20,000+ hrs in single-engine aircraft
* All figures are approximations that will vary year-to-year
** School-based squadrons may have different expectations for participation
.
We’re looking for someone who:
Reads scripts smoothly and convincingly
Can adapt their tone to suit different topics
Can record themselves in a professional manor
Is at least a C/SSgt
If selected, you will be given scripts and asked to record yourself in your blues uniform, delivering the content. We hope that if selected you will commit to working on at least 4 modules over the next few months (about 4 -6 hours per module).
Whether you have prior on-camera experience or just a
