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Commander's Corner

                              Spirit Squadron Commander, 1Lt Adrian Hansen  

 People join Civil Air Patrol for a variety of reasons. Our Missions of the Cadet Program, Aerospace Education, and Emergency Services ensure that there is   something for almost everyone. This means that no matter a cadet’s motivation, there   is opportunity. And Civil Air Patrol excels in offering opportunities.

 As Senior Members, our first duty to our cadets is to assist them on their individual   journeys. Each of us bring decades of professional experience to provide guidance.   As cadets prosper and flourish, we reward all of this with achievements and awards.   This is the essence of what being a Composite Squadron means. Their success is   our success!

 Albuquerque Heights Composite Squadron has earned multiple awards: the Quality   Cadet Unit Award many years consecutively as of FY 2023, and recognized as   Squadron of Merit. We regularly have activities outside of our weekly meetings, often   with other squadrons in the area, involving all 3 of our organization’s Missions. If you   are seeking an environment that is structured, yet varied; stable, but challenging and   exciting; and brimming with opportunity, join us for adventure and lifelong memories!

About 1st Lt Adrian J Hansen

I joined CAP’s Coral Springs Cadet Squadron (SER-FL-016) in 1988 until 1990 as a cadet. As a member of that unit, I worked booths at two airshows, rode in the Goodyear Blimp, and helped out at the Honda Classic PGA golf tournament. My encampment was at Tyndall AFB in 1989. The memories and learning experiences from these activities are still fondly with me.

The Core Value of Volunteer Service continued when I became a volunteer firefighter in the early 1990s for Coral Springs Fire Department, prior to moving to New Mexico in 1993. My professional career spans many different occupations from Workforce Management and Analysis to Sales Support for a major worldwide PC and printer manufacturer.

I returned to CAP in 2023 to help out in the Cadet Program, and contribute to its continuance. Upon meeting this Squadron, I met a very special cadre of capable cadets, a crack team of dedicated Senior Members, and wonderful parents. ABQ Heights Composite Squadron is truly an exceptional outfit, and I couldn’t be prouder in working with all of them.

             

 

 

 

 

 

 

Updated 6/15/24

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