Civil Air Patrol members during a mission in March.

In late March, the Civil Air Patrol’s (CAP) New York Wing was activated by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) in response to a distress beacon activation. Utilizing their extensive training and resources, with the help of state, county, and tribal law enforcement members of CAP’s Western New York Group worked diligently through the night rain to find the source of the signal.

At approximately 11 p.m. March 31, members successfully found a personal locator beacon, which had been inadvertently activated due to a low battery. Fortunately, it was determined that no victims were involved in the incident.

Civil Air Patrol remains committed to its mission of emergency services, promoting aviation, and

supporting local communities. Thank you to all who contributed to this successful operation.

There are eight cadet members who live in Warren County:

Civil Air Patrol About Civil Air Patrol Founded in 1941 and established as the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force seven years later, Civil Air Patrol is chartered by Congress as a nonprofit organization for the purposes of youth development, aerospace education, and to promote general aviation. In an auxiliary role as a Total Force partner of the Air Force, CAP operates the world’s largest fleet of single-engine aircraft for search and rescue, disaster relief, training, and education. Civil Air Patrol is dedicated to serving America’s communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.