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Wed, Nov 20, 2002

Upgraded: Civil Air Patrol Commanders

Ranks Increased for USAF Auxiliary Chiefs

The U.S. Air Force chief of staff has promoted the two highest-ranking civilian leaders of the Civil Air Patrol, a move that validates the importance of the all-volunteer Air Force auxiliary, especially with regard to its future role in America's homeland security efforts.

Gen. John P. Jumper announced last week that CAP National Commander Brig. Gen. Richard L. Bowling (below, right) of Knoxville (TN) will be promoted to the rank of major general, effective December 1. At the same time, CAP National Vice Commander Col. Dwight Wheless of Manteo (NC) will be promoted to the rank of brigadier general.

Jumper cited CAP's "proud record of service in war and in peace" and the 62,000-member organization's "coming role in homeland security" as deciding factors in his decision.

"I am humbled and pleased that we -- the Civil Air Patrol -- have been entrusted by the senior leadership of the U.S. Air Force with such an important role in the defense of our country," said Bowling. "We stand ready as a force multiplier for the nation and as America's 'eyes of the home skies.'"

According to Wheless, these general officer promotions also recognize the significant volunteer services performed by CAP members across the nation. "Day-in and day-out our members unselfishly answer the call of public service and make Civil Air Patrol a true partner in the 'total force' serving our citizens," said Wheless. "That reliability and our professionalism have paved the way for our national commander to cement relationships with our Air Force counterparts, which will assure our key role in homeland security missions as we, our children and grandchildren continue our vital volunteer service to America."

In announcing the promotions, Jumper noted that CAP began its service to America more than 60 years ago with its anti-submarine coastal patrol missions during World War II, which he called "the original homeland security missions," and continued its work in aerial reconnaissance and disaster relief after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001.

FMI: www.capnhq.gov

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