Our mission is:

The Civil Air Patrol (CAP) is the official civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force, authorized by the U.S. Congress on Dec 1, 1941. CAP is probably known best for its search and rescue operations, but CAP provides many more valuable services to our nation. CAP is best understood by looking at its three, Congress-mandated missions: Emergency Services, Aerospace Education, and Cadet Programs. Each mission is interconnected with the others and provides numerous ways in which members can contribute to their community, state, and nation. The CAP owns the largest fleet of single engine piston aircraft in the United States. CAP pilots fly these aircraft on missions ranging from search and rescue, to disaster relief, to counter-drug operations. The CAP operates at the request of the United States Air Force, Homeland Security, and other government agencies. In addition, CAP maintains one of the largest emergency communications networks in the nation. Safety is a critical priority within the CAP and is vital to the success of all our missions.

 The Lubbock Composite Squadron is a part of Group I, Texas Wing, Southwest Region of the Civil Air Patrol. The Squadron is a “composite” squadron meaning its membership consists of both adults (senior members) and youth age 12 and up (cadets). Lubbock Composite Squadron is located on the east side (East Port) of the Lubbock International Airport in the same building as Chaparral Jet Center at the north end of N Walnut Ave. Senior meetings are on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. Cadet meeting are every Tuesday from 6:30 PM until 8:30 PM. Visitors are welcome to participate and observe during any of our regularly scheduled meetings.