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Written by Paul Kloehn
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Sunday, 18 May 2008 |
 The Vectair Open House and Fly-In was held on May 17 with significant contributions and support from the Olive Branch Composite Squadron. The unit had been looking for ways to increase their visibility in the local community and approached Vectair with several ideas in which they could contribute. Several squadron members helped in the planning and contacted local businesses and community groups with invitations to participate in the event.
 During the actual Open House, the squadron had a booth for informational and recruiting purposes along with a static display of two CAP aircraft assigned to the unit. The cadets of the Squadron also played a larger role holding demonstrations of CAP search and rescue gear and practicing ELT searches on the airport ramp.
The Squadron also held a raffle for a print of the Memphis Belle. The print, signed by the entire crew of the Memphis Belle, was donated by CAP member Jim Harris who is also Chairman of the Memphis Belle association. The Association is dedicated to the preservation of the famous airplane and proceeds of the raffle will go toward support of the Squadron.
The Fly-In was a great success to everyone who participated and plans are already in the works for next year. |
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Squadron Change of Command |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 23 April 2008 |
 The Olive Branch Composite Squadron held a Change of Command ceremony April 16th to thank an outgoing Squadron Commander for a job well done and to welcome a new leader for the Unit.
Outgoing Commander Maj. Carlton Sumner is taking the position of Vice Commander of the Mississippi Wing, under the command of Wing Commander Col. Tim Carol. New Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Carl Kretzer accepted Command of the Squadron from Maj. Sumner at the ceremony. This is Lt. Col Kretzer's second time commanding the members of the Olive Branch Composite Squadron.
Congratulations to all these supporters of Civil Air Patrol's Missions for America! |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 30 April 2008 )
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Written by Paul Kloehn
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Saturday, 12 April 2008 |
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 The Squadron is pleased to announce that the final steps in updating our corporate identity are complete. The unit has officially changed its name from the "North Mississippi Composite Squadron" to "The Olive Branch Composite Squadron". This name more closely identifies the squadron with city in which we are based and the community we most directly serve.
The identity update included not only the name change, but also the adoption of a new squadron patch which will also serve as our logo. Initiated by the cadets and lead by PA Officer Paul Kloehn, the squadron looks forward to meeting the expectations set by our new motto: First in the air. First on the Ground! |
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Squadron Receives Honors at Wing Conference |
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Written by Webmaster
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Wednesday, 19 March 2008 |
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The Olive Branch Composite Squadron was named "Squadron of the Year" at the 2008 Mississippi Wing Conference. The honor was given in recognition of the Unit's continued growth in membership and the excellent work that has been done in fulfilling CAP's missions. The Squadron was also given a special Certificate of Appreciation by Wing Commander Tim Carol for all of the effort and hard work in support of the Wing.
Individual members of the Squadron were also recognized for their dedication and hard work. Maj. Carlton Sumner Jr. was awarded "Squadron Commander of the Year " and 2nd Lt. Paul Kloehn was awarded "Public Affairs Officer of the Year".
The entire Squadron is honored by the recognition bestowed upon it by the Wing and looks to continue its search for excellence in 2008 |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 19 March 2008 )
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Written by Paul Kloehn
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Wednesday, 12 December 2007 |
 Happy Holidays to all!
The Olive Branch Composite Squadron will be celebrating the holiday season with a dinner at the new space.
What: Dinner - Honey -baked ham, Four bean salad, rolls, and beverge
When: Friday, December 14, 2007 at 1900 (7 pm)
Where: Squadron Headquarters - Hacks Cross and Goodman Rd., Olive Branch, MS
How Much: - $10 Adults, $5 Cadets, 12-Under Free
R.S.V.P. - Capt. Art Mancester |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 12 December 2007 )
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