Join Us!

Step 1 ● Squadron Inquiry

Prospective Cadet members under 18-years of age should contact our Squadron to ask any questions about the squadron.

Step 2 ● Attend Three Squadron Meetings

We require all potential members to attend a minimum of three squadron meetings before deciding if they want to be a member of Civil Air Patrol.  This can be completed prior to a recruitment event or one of the meetings can be the recruitment event.  Squadron meetings are on Monday nights from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Eastern Time at the following location:

Elizabethtown Airport (EKX)

1828 Kitty Hawk Drive

Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Step 3 ● Become a Member (12-18 years of age)

Attend one of our Open Houses.  Our next Open House recruitment event is scheduled for September 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM at the Squadron meeting location above. Adult Members and Cadets will be present to answer any of your questions and introduce you to all the fun things you can engage in as a member!  Adult Members will also cover the process for joining Civil Air Patrol at the event.  Please see the flyer above and download the Information Brochure below for more information.

Annual membership dues vary by state and location

Membership Dues Table

*Note: Cadets joining before their 18th birthday can remain as cadets until age 21

● Adult Membership (18-years and up)

Prospective Adults older than 18 years can join as a Adult Member and are encouraged to visit our squadron to meet the Commander and discuss the Civil Air Patrol mission, professional background, and our various professional development programs. Additionally, as a Adult Member, you must agree to a personal background check and submit a fingerprint card to the Civil Air Patrol National Headquarters.  

*Note: All interested parties should contact our Squadron for sponsorship, membership transfer, or additional information on how to apply online. 

• Download the Civil Air Patrol Information Brochure here.