New Jersey Wing, Civil Air Patrol

06/16/2026

The NJWG congratulates C/2d Lt Dickson on his appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he will pursue a degree in engineering.

Through hard work, leadership, and a commitment to excellence, he has earned the opportunity to join the Long Gray Line and begin his journey toward becoming an Army officer.

From Civil Air Patrol to West Point, Cadet Dickson has consistently demonstrated the discipline, integrity, and leadership that define the Academy’s motto, “Duty, Honor, Country.”

Congratulations, Cadet! NJWG is proud of your accomplishment and excited to see what the future holds.

06/09/2026

NJWG is excited to congratulate C/Lt Col Rollins on her appointment to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy

Cadet Rollins will be pursuing a degree in Government while continuing her passion for wrestling. Her dedication, leadership, and determination throughout her Civil Air Patrol journey have helped prepare her for this incredible achievement.

Where the “sea yields to knowledge,” Cadet Rollins will undoubtedly make waves bringing the leadership, determination, and resilience she developed in CAP to the next chapter of her journey.

Congratulations, C/Lt Col Rollins! NJWG can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!

06/06/2026

A HUGE Congratulations to C/CMSgt Johnson on his commitment to Norwich University where he will pursue a degree in History!

Throughout his time in Civil Air Patrol, Cadet Johnson has demonstrated dedication, leadership, and a passion for learning.

NJWG is confident he will pursue every opportunity, and continue striving for excellence both in and out of the classroom.

The NJWG wishes Cadet Johnson continued success in this next chapter as he continues to explore the past while shaping his future.

06/01/2026

Cadets….. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

CEAP Round Two is open**. Application closes at 5pm Central Time on Monday, June 15th. Unit Commander approval must be completed by this time. Funding is very limited.

**Only for encampments that start on/after July 18th. Cadets who are on the waitlist for CEAP round two encampments do not need to reapply for CEAP. To get funding in round two you must have applied for and be accepted to the encampment listed on the CEAP application. Contact [email protected] with any questions or to make CEAP application changes.

05/30/2026

NJWG is proud to celebrate C/2d Lt Couvertier on her commitment to Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology, where she will pursue a degree in Aircraft Operations!

From her first orientation flight to the many adventures that followed, she has spent her CAP career exploring, learning, and growing within the world of aviation. Those experiences have helped chart the course for her future and prepared her to take the next step toward a career in flight.

With “Vision and Excellence,” we know she will continue to soar both in the classroom and beyond. We can’t wait to see where her journey takes her next.

05/28/2026

Cadets and Senior Members from Civil Air Patrol’s New Jersey Wing recently took part in a large-scale emergency response exercise at Trenton-Mercer Airport, helping test regional preparedness during a simulated commercial aircraft accident response.

This important training brought together multiple agencies and responders to strengthen coordination, communication, and real-world emergency response capabilities. Our members proudly supported operations while gaining valuable hands-on experience in teamwork, leadership, and mission readiness.

Participating units included:Group 223; Allentown Composite Squadron; Bayshore Composite Squadron; Capt. Bud Jackson Composite Squadron; Curtiss-Wright Composite Squadron; Gen. Jimmy Stewart Composite Squadron; Gloucester County Composite Squadron; Maj. Thomas B. McGuire Jr. Composite Squadron; Lone Eagle Composite Squadron; Raritan Valley Composite Squadron; Teterboro Composite Squadron; Thor Solberg Sr. Composite Squadron; Twin Pine Composite Squadron; and Riverside Cadet Squadron.

Outstanding work by all involved as New Jersey Wing continues to serve communities, support emergency services, and remain Always Vigilant for our state and nation.

Read full article here: https://njwg.cap.gov/news/nj-wing-news/njwg-news/nj-wing-supports-large-scale-emergency-response-exercise-at-trenton-mercer-airport

05/25/2026

NJWG is celebrating with C/Capt Fleming and his commitment to Western Michigan University, where he will pursue a degree in Business!

His time in Civil Air Patrol has been marked by leadership, dedication, and a strong commitment to excellence. The experiences and values he has developed through CAP have helped shape him into a confident and capable leader, ready for this exciting next step.

As Western Michigan University motto states, “So that all may learn,” we are confident he will embrace every opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact.

05/24/2026

Big congratulations to C/Capt Sharma on his commitment to Rutgers University where he’ll be majoring in Aerospace Engineering!

From putting in the hard work to chasing big goals, he’s proven that determination and passion can take you far and he’s only getting started.

NJWG is proud of everything he’s accomplished and can’t wait to see him take on this next adventure. Jersey Roots, Global Reach!

05/14/2026

Congratulations to C/2d Lt Trozzo on his commitment to Susquehanna University to major in Broadcasting!

His dedication and hard work have earned him a Presidential Scholarship, and we know he’ll make the most of this incredible opportunity.

We can’t wait to see where this journey takes him as he shares his voice, creativity, and passion with the world. Wishing him nothing but success in this exciting new chapter!

05/12/2026

Nearly 300 cadets, senior members, and guests gathered at NJIT for the 2026 New Jersey Wing Conference & Banquet!

A day of professional development, awards, and celebration honoring Civil Air Patrol’s 85 years of service to our communities, state, and nation.

The event featured remarks from Col. Justin Ballinger, commander of the 621st Contingency Response Wing, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Harris Kline, USAF, and leaders from NJIT and CAP.

The celebration also coincided with Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s proclamation declaring May 2 “New Jersey Wing Civil Air Patrol Day.”

Thank you to our volunteers, cadets, instructors, guests, and sponsors for making this incredible event possible and for supporting CAP’s missions of emergency services, aerospace education, and cadet programs

Relive the memories from the 2026 NJ Wing Conference & Banquet through our photo gallery and award recipients below!

🔗 SmugMug Photo Gallery: https://photos.cap.gov/Northeast-Region/New-Jersey-Wing/Conferences/2026

🔗 Award Recipients: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uH74QodNcwpPU_lXw4cX5mNWXoD9SJwy/view?usp=drive_link

🔗 News article: https://njwg.cap.gov/news/nj-wing-news/njwg-news/nj-governor-honors-civil-air-patrols-state-and-national-service-proclaims-may-2-new-jersey-wing-c

JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. (2 May, 2026) -- New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has issued a proclamation recognizing today, Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, as "New Jersey Wing of the Civil Air Patrol Day.”