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John Knowles

@Jmknow
 Ashton, MD
Joined September 2011
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Latest feature from cap.news: Phelka, Aye Magnify Spaatz Experience for Cadets Learning to Lead #CivilAirPatrol bit.ly/4eRi9uu
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This Memorial Day we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and to their families.
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For the 23rd year, #CivilAirPatrol helped @NORADCommand & @1stAF secure the airspace around the #SuperBowl. Acting as the @USAirForce auxiliary, we fly into simulated restricted airspace so military fighter jets can safely practice intercept techniques. 🛩️ bit.ly/42LdNjb
A Civil Air Patrol aircraft acts as a target of interest for a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot during an intercept exercise.

ALT A Civil Air Patrol aircraft acts as a target of interest for a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot during an intercept exercise.

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Latest feature from cap.news: Maryland Cadets Lead Way as CAP Teams Sweep UA4STEM Top Beginner Spots bit.ly/3Ocne3X
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Every @MDWGCAP Emergency Services Academy starts with a safety briefing. Message of the day for our @CivilAirPatrol members. #Hydrate!
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Marty Sacks@MartySacks12 Apr 2022
These twins were walking the flight line today with their Dad, also a pilot. Of course they had to sit in the airplane and hear my speech about @CivilAirPatrol! #onlysixyearsbeforetheycanjoin
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Tom Lynch@TomLynch_16 Jan 2022
Very unfortunate news to report today. Brigadier General Charles McGee passed away in his Bethesda home this morning. One of the last living Tuskegee Airmen, McGee completed 409 combat missions in WWII, Korea and Vietnam @nbcwashington
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2021 1AF Year in Review -- A banner year for homeland air defense, human spaceflight support, DSCA, & Theater Security Cooperation. Read details here: 1af.acc.af.mil/News/Article-… @USNorthernCmd @USAF_ACC @usairforce @US_SpaceCom @CivilAirPatrol @HHSGov @TeamTyndall @CAL_FIRE
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Looks like Santa upgraded his ride this year! Merry Christmas and happy holidays from the Thunderbirds. @usairforce @AirmanMagazine @DeptofDefense @USAFRecruiting – at Anchorage, AK
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A PA man & his daughter were found alive through the combined efforts of CAP’s Natl. Radar Analysis & National Cell Phone Forensics team after their plane crashed in heavy woods. National Radar, Cell Teams Unite for 'Miracle' Pa. Post-Crash Rescue cap.news/national-radar-cell…
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A USCG helo intercepts a CAP aircraft during Ex Falcon Virgo in the National Capital Region, Oct. 14. This recurring exercise supports NORAD’s Operation NOBLE EAGLE. We are on alert 24-7 in defense of North America and take pride in safeguarding the skies & honing those skills.
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Over the weekend, @1stAF and ARFCC credited @CivilAirPatrol with two more saves, bringing us to ONE HUNDRED SAVES for FY21. Thanks to our dedicated volunteers performing lifesaving work on a daily basis! Volunteers serving America's Communities, saving lives, and shaping futures!
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At 17, @CivilAirPatrol cadet Robert Barger III was chosen to accompany the @usairforce on a 1956 South Pole expedition. Last week, the 82-year-old was awarded the Antarctic Service Medal. Learn more about Barger's once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ⬇️ defense.gov/Explore/Inside-D…
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It is incredible to visit the M&T Bank mass vaccination site and see the amazing work out Airmen of Maryland Air a National Guard are doing to combat #COVID19!
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@CivilAirPatrol joins the search for missing teens in southern Md. 27+ aircrew in 8 aircraft from @MDWGCAP and @vawgcap are involved in search along the Potomac River and Chesapeake Bay.
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We are the home of the free, because of the brave! Over the weekend, Civil Air Patrol members from across the U.S. participated in Wreaths Across America Day. Thank you to all who helped honor our nation’s veterans for their service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸
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Meet #CivilAirPatrol alumna, Alaska Air National Guard Staff Sgt. and the recently crowned Miss Alaska Collegiate 2021, @AK_GuardBarbie. She credits CAP for cementing her interest in aircraft and the military. Now, she's on a mission. Read more > bit.ly/2VQsLm1
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Louisiana @CivilAirPatrol Wing lauded for outstanding effort during busy hurricane season supporting @USNorthernCmd @fema @GOHSEP by flying 142 sorties totaling 317 hours. facebook.com/FirstAirForce/p… 1af.acc.af.mil/News/Article-…
A Louisiana Wing Civil Air Patrol aircraft returns from a mission.

ALT A Louisiana Wing Civil Air Patrol aircraft returns from a mission.

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Saving lives! @CivilAirPatrol, our AFNORTH @usairforce auxiliary, ended FY20 w/100+ lives saved; tech enables rapid, accurate searches. @USNorthernCmd facebook.com/FirstAirForce/p…
“Through advances in location technology, CAP is able to narrow large search areas and focus efforts, saving the rescue teams valuable time in finding a missing person,” said Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce, commander, 1st AF (AFNORTH). “These highly dedicated civilian volunteers are on call 24/7. Civil Air Patrol is a national asset we rely on almost every day of the year.”CAP Contact Info: Randy Bolinger – rbolinger@capnhq.gov, 912-707-1219

ALT “Through advances in location technology, CAP is able to narrow large search areas and focus efforts, saving the rescue teams valuable time in finding a missing person,” said Lt. Gen. Kirk Pierce, commander, 1st AF (AFNORTH). “These highly dedicated civilian volunteers are on call 24/7. Civil Air Patrol is a national asset we rely on almost every day of the year.”CAP Contact Info: Randy Bolinger – [email protected], 912-707-1219

Cell phone forensics enabled the search for a 39-year-old man who fell into the subfreezing Hoh River in northwestern Washington state was rescued in January. CAP Contact Info: Randy Bolinger – rbolinger@capnhq.gov, 912-707-1219

ALT Cell phone forensics enabled the search for a 39-year-old man who fell into the subfreezing Hoh River in northwestern Washington state was rescued in January. CAP Contact Info: Randy Bolinger – [email protected], 912-707-1219

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"Regardless of the uniform we wear--we are not immune from life's challenges, including thoughts of suicide." Hear #GenHyten's personal message on seeking help when he needed it. #ConnectToProtect #BeThere #SuicidePreventionMonth

Gen. John Hyten's message for Suicide Prevention Month

Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. John E. Hyten shares a personal message with service members and leaders on the importance of seeking help and being there for your people.

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