Civil Air Patrol A/C

Civil Air Patrol A/C falls under the Aircraft Procurement budget activity of the Air Force. The specific goal of this program is to procure fixed-wing single-engine aircraft equipped with satellite digital imaging systems, automatic direction finders, emergency locator transmitters, FM radios, camera port windows, ground power units, and associated mission equipment for use on Civil Air Patrol aircraft. This procurement supports CAP's mission to provide assistance in emergency or non-emergency public purpose missions and activities as requested by the Department of Defense, federal, state or local government authorities, and non-governmental organizations. Additionally, the program aims to encourage and aid citizens in contributing their efforts, services, and resources in developing aviation and maintaining air supremacy.

The objectives of this program include fulfilling the continuing requirement for critical equipment needed to support evolving mission requirements, market availability, and budget changes due to mark-ups or cost fluctuations. The procurement process adheres to CAP's standards as described in 2 CFR 200 and Department of Defense Grant & Agreement Regulations. The funding allocated for FY24 will amount to 3.004 million dollars and will be used for the acquisition of specific aircraft models such as Cessna-172, Cessna-182, Cessna-206, and glider aircraft. These aircraft will be equipped with essential mission equipment such as full-motion video sensors and communication equipment to support CAP's public service missions effectively.