Commander's Message

Aloha Kākou,

It is an honor to serve as Commander of the Civil Air Patrol’s Hawai‘i Wing. For more than three decades, CAP has been part of my life—teaching me the values of service, teamwork, and perseverance. Here in Hawai‘i, those values are embodied in the spirit of laulima—many hands working together—to serve our island communities with professionalism and aloha. The Hawai‘i Wing is uniquely positioned to support our state and nation. Our geography and culture call for readiness, resilience, and innovation. Whether conducting search and rescue operations, providing disaster response, advancing aerospace education, or mentoring the next generation of leaders, our members uphold the highest standards of Civil Air Patrol’s three missions: Emergency Services, Cadet Programs, and Aerospace Education. My vision is simple: to strengthen our capabilities, expand opportunities for our cadets, and deepen our partnerships across the islands. Together, we are building a strong and sustainable pipeline of citizen volunteers who serve with dedication and compassion—ready to meet every challenge that comes our way. Mahalo nui for your continued support of the Civil Air Patrol and the Hawai‘i Wing. I am proud to serve alongside you as we carry forward our shared mission of service to our communities, our state, and our nation.

Col. Dana McLaughlin, CAP Hawai‘i Wing Commander