On August 21, 2023, the Central Mississippi Composite Squadron MS-100 of the Civil Air Patrol will begin meeting at a new location.

The squadron has held its meetings at the Hawkins Field Airport location for 50-plus years. Mississippi Wing Headquarters for the Civil Air Patrol will remain at that location.

Their new location will be in Building 236 on the 172d Air National Guard Base located at 141 Military Drive, Jackson. Located on the north side of the main Jackson airport. Our move will provide building space for the unit to continue its steady growth.

What is the Central Mississippi Composite Squadron?

The Central Mississippi Composite Squadron is a Civilian nonprofit corporation composed of cadets ranging from 12-21 years of age, and adults 21 and older.

The Civil Air Patrol offers a hands-on opportunity to learn the core values of integrity, volunteer service, excellence, and respect while focusing on all aspects of Aviation.

Cadets meet weekly and receive Orientation rides in airplanes and gliders.

They also learn to serve their local community as volunteers in Emergency Services.

OPEN HOUSE: August 28

An open house for the public is scheduled on August 28th at 6:00 p.m. (1800Local) at the new location on Military Drive in Jackson.

What is Civil Air Patrol?:

Founded in 1941 and established as the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force seven years later, Civil Air Patrol is chartered by Congress as a nonprofit organization for the purposes of youth development, aerospace education, and to promote general aviation. In an auxiliary role as a Total Force partner of the Air Force, CAP operates the world’s largest fleet of single-engine aircraft for search and rescue, disaster relief, training, and education. Civil Air Patrol is dedicated to serving America’s communities, saving lives, and shaping futures