Unit Information
Meeting Time:
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Thursdays
Meeting Location:
Clearwater Airpark
1000 N Hercules Avenue
Clearwater, FL 33765
Contacts:
WELCOME
On 01 December 1941, concerned citizens, and aviators took to the air to safeguard this nation. In the years leading up to America's involvement in World War 2, veterans and private pilots saw a storm brewing on the horizon. They knew that war was coming and that their nation would need them in some capacity.
They rose to the occasion, visible before God and country to take on critical missions for national security. They trained Army Air Forces gunners and pilots. They conducted border security and courier missions and patrolled the Gulf coasts for German U-Boats, all using their privately owned aircraft.
In October of 2022, Hurricane Ian taught us many things about how our Wing and Squadron operate under real-world conditions.
Our Squadron motto, “Exto Paratus”, translated, states: “Stand and be ready”. After the storm made landfall, our neighbors needed us. The men and women of this Squadron stood up and answered the call. Our members traveled south into devastation to lend our hand. We embodied “Exto Paratus”. We were ready when called upon.
Moving forward from this recent reminder of our true purpose, we will continue to train diligently, awaiting the call to action. We will continue to prepare ourselves to be of service to our community… our state… and our nation…
We invite you to join us on this journey.
Capt. Craig Hormes, CAP
Commander
12/01/2022