Cadet Flight Staff
Flight Commanders • Cadet officers in charge of individual training flights
Responsibilities
- Oversight of all activities conducted within the flight
- Communicating the Cadet Commander's intent for operations within the flight to ensure the success of unit activities
- Advisor to the Cadet Commander on the state of morale and readiness of cadets assigned to the flight
- Monitoring the performance of cadets assigned to the flight with respect to their progression and promotion within the ranks
- Assignment of cadets to subordinate elements, appointing cadets to serve as Element Leaders
- Assisting other cadet staff members in coordinative efforts when planning activities
- Mentoring subordinate cadets in the principles of leadership
- Ensuring that cadets participate when advanced opportunities are available
Flight Sergeants • Senior cadet non-commissioned officer in each flight
Responsibilities
- Maintaining flight accountability, discipline, organization, and uniformity during activities
- Mentoring subordinate cadets in their roles as junior leaders in the program
- Instructing cadets on drill and ceremonies, working closely with the First Sergeant to implement related training curricula
- Advising the Flight Commander on issues within the flight and assisting in addressing matters before they escalate
- Coaching and counseling subordinate cadets to provide regular performance feedback, assisting the First Sergeant in addressing disciplinary concerns
- Encouraging cadets to progress and explore other opportunities beyond "squadron life"
Element Leaders • "Team leaders" for the smallest echelon of each flight
Responsibilities
- Assisting the Flight Sergeant in the management and supervision of the flight
- Instructing subordinate cadets in the basic fundamentals of cadet life, including navigation of regulations, manuals, and other resources
- Assisting the Flight Sergeant in drill and ceremonies instruction
- Mentoring subordinate cadets as new members of CAP, including uniform wear, attendance processes, and other related matters
- Accounting for subordinate cadets during events, ensuring cadets are on time, in the correct location, properly equipped, and ready to conduct activities
