Membership Categories

Senior Membership

CAP senior membership is open to adults at least 18 years of age. To prepare adult members for CAP’s special missions, extensive training, and education in more than 20 different specialized fields is provided. In addition, technical training is offered in related areas, such as flight operations, emergency services and communications. Training in management and executive leadership is offered, as members progress in CAP’s professional development. If you are currently in the Air Force Active Reserves, you may be able to earn points toward retirement in the CAP-RAP program. Please call 334.953.5225 (commercial) or 493.5225 (DSN) for more information. A patron member is a financial supporter who maintains current membership through payment of annual membership dues and participates in a limited capacity. A business member is any U.S. corporation, partnership, proprietorship, or organization which applies for CAP membership in the name of the corporation, partnership, proprietorship, or organization. This category of membership is designed for members of the business community who demonstrate a desire to financially support CAP’s missions and programs.

Cadet Membership

CAP cadet membership is open to youth 12 to 18 years old. Cadets can opt to change to adult membership at age 18 or stay in the cadet program until age 21. See www.cap.gov/cadets for more details.

Cadet Sponsor Membership

Cadet Sponsor is a special membership category that allows parents, grandparents, and legal guardians to participate with their young relatives who are cadets. Cadet sponsors serve as chaperons and provide transportation during squadron activities. They are offered discounted membership dues and have a limited volunteer commitment. To become a Cadet Sponsor Member, write “Cadet Sponsor Member” at the top of your membership application.

Aerospace Education Membership

This membership category is designed for teachers and others who are interested in aerospace education. Aerospace Education members (AEMs) receive free educational products for grades K-12 including lesson plans, teaching strategies and a newsletter. See www.cap.gov/ae for more details.