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Started by Walkman, May 14, 2010, 03:59:56 AM

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Walkman

Two of our newer pilots are retired military fliers (1 Navy & 1 Army). They decided that we all needed callsigns (even us non-pilot types). Originally I was Eagle, since I'm bald and have a large beak, It was then revised to Golden Eagle since I hadn't pinned on 1st LT at that point. Then I was playing pool with another pilot before the meeting, and doing rather well. Being bald it was proposed that I be called Cue Ball. That lasted until it took me 6 or 7 tries to sink the 8 to win the game. I'm now officially known as 8-Ball.

Anyone else do callsigns in their unit? What's yours?

For the RM pilots in here, what's your callsign?

Remember, we need the story behind it.

CadetProgramGuy

Originally it was "Wing-Tip" now it is Jimmy.

Wing-Tip is because 8 years ago I was taxiing an aircraft back to the hanger when by accident I was the left wing-tip into the corner of the hanger.  $400 in damage, all fiberglass, no sheet metal.

The "Jimmy" is because my Real name is James, hence Jimmy.

If you really need a callsign, go to http://www.topgunday.com/call-sign-generator/

cap235629

#2
You need to read 100-3.  This is a no-go..




"b. Adherence to the procedure prescribed in this regulation is mandatory on all Civil Air Patrol internal voice nets. Departure from, or variations in these procedures is prohibited. Such action can invalidate security precautions, reduce accuracy and speed, compromise safety, and create confusion. If a procedure is not provided for a specific situation, common sense and training experience should be used as a guide. Standard procedure must never be replaced by individually preferred methods, or the latter used as an excuse for lack of procedural expertise."

"(1) Call signs. Properly issued Air Force Voice Call Signs (AFVCS, commonly called "Tactical call signs") or Functional designators must be used in accordance with the rules established in CAPR 100-1 and paragraph 1-8 and 1-9 below. All communications must clearly state the station call sign or designator at some point in a series of transmissions, normally at the beginning. Note that paragraph 1-9 f. prescribes the minimum required station identification using the AFVCS."

"1-9. Functional Designator Usage. Functional designators are utilized by the ICS system to enhance interoperability on joint missions and differ from Air Force Voice Call Signs (AFVCS) in that they are intended to openly state the identity and function of a station. Because CAP may be utilized in a multi-agency ICS mission, CAP operators need to be familiar with and practice the use of functional designators; however, it needs to be recognized that many CAP missions, including Homeland Security missions, Air Force and Joint Service support missions and Federal Agency support missions may have OpSec considerations that preclude the use of functional designators. It is essential, therefore, that CAP train and utilize both systems as appropriate to maintain proficiency. Functional designators must NOT be used as a substitute for a properly managed AFVCS call sign program. They are authorized for use on appropriate missions either training or actual, or an organized CAP activity such as an encampment, FTX or conference. .
a. Functional designators may only be used when the operator is signed in to a mission or formal CAP activity and as assigned by the Comm Unit Leader or Communications Officer IAW with this regulation as implemented by the wing Director of Communications. Routine day-to-day use of functional designators in place of AFVCS call signs is prohibited.
b. Functional designators should reflect the nationally-standardized ICS/CAP positions or job functions that are represented, or geographic locations, or both. Examples of valid functional designators are "Air Ops" "Ground Ops" "Flight Line" "Admin" "Transport four" "Ground Team Six" "Jackson Base" "Camp Six" "Highbird", etc. Geographic prefixes are used ONLY with airborne relay stations or bases and other stationary facilities. A one or two-digit numerical suffix is optional and may be used with any functional designator if needed.
c. By definition functional designators make clear the function of the station using the call sign. Call signs (other than the assigned AFVCS) which cloak the function of the station are NOT functional designators and are not allowed under this provision of the rules. Random words or phonetic alphabet letters are not functional designators. Vanity words such as "Eagle" "Ranger" or "PJ" do not qualify as functional designators and could only be used if assigned by the Air Force as a Voice Call Sign."
Bill Hobbs, Major, CAP
Arkansas Certified Emergency Manager
Tabhair 'om póg, is Éireannach mé

cap235629

and if the "it's just on the ISR" argument comes up refer them to CAPR100-1 sec 9-14:

9-14. FRS/ISR Procedures. Operations with either ISR or FRS radios should utilize normal CAP operating procedures, including callsigns. To operate either FRS or ISR without supervision, operators must be qualified as a radio operator under Para 5-1 of this regulation.
Bill Hobbs, Major, CAP
Arkansas Certified Emergency Manager
Tabhair 'om póg, is Éireannach mé

JoeTomasone

I'm thinking these are callsigns used to refer to each other informally in person, not for radio use.

I don't have a CAP "callsign" like that, but when I was in a volunteer fire department, I got "Q-Tip" because when my hair is cut short, it sticks straight up.


Short Field

I think the OP was referring to nicknames awarded by the squadron members and not a actual callsign to be used during radio communications.

My U/I is my callsign.  I was working really hard for a while to always land my 182 in under 400'. 
SAR/DR MP, ARCHOP, AOBD, GTM1, GBD, LSC, FASC, LO, PIO, MSO(T), & IC2
Wilson #2640

raivo

Everyone at OTS got callsigns.

Mine was "Furry," and I'm not explaining why. :|

CAP Member, 2000-20??
USAF Officer, 2009-2018
Recipient of a Mitchell Award Of Irrelevant Number

"No combat-ready unit has ever passed inspection. No inspection-ready unit has ever survived combat."

JC004

Mine is "Radar," but never used on the radio.  Makes it less so a call sign, I guess.   :(

SarDragon

Hey, cap235629 - "Lighten up, Francis!"

This is just a bit of silliness that some folks enjoy. Unwad your panties, and chillax.
Dave Bowles
Maj, CAP
AT1, USN Retired
50 Year Member
Mitchell Award (unnumbered)
C/WO, CAP, Ret

JC004

Quote from: cap235629 on May 14, 2010, 04:38:13 AM
and if the "it's just on the ISR" argument comes up refer them to CAPR100-1 sec 9-14:

9-14. FRS/ISR Procedures. Operations with either ISR or FRS radios should utilize normal CAP operating procedures, including callsigns. To operate either FRS or ISR without supervision, operators must be qualified as a radio operator under Para 5-1 of this regulation.

Wait, it only says "should."  YAY!  Pass the FRS/ISR!

CadetProgramGuy

I believe this thread is meant to be for fun only, and more importantly not under CAP regulatory command.

Lets just have fun!!

DrJbdm

 Mine is D-Ring, when training on a tactical jet, I stood up in the cockpit upon landing and the D-ring holding my parachute in place had gotten caught on something in the jet and pulled it. So there I am, standing up in the cockpit, getting ready to climb out of the jet and my parachute is streaming behind me and the I.P. is laughing at me. Oh the joy! Those are the embarrassing moments in life that lead to call signs you never get rid of.

JROB

#12
My call sign is Pappy, Being that I was the oldest cadet at my first encampment I had a lot of wisdom to share with some of the younger cadets so they said I was kinda like a father figure so hence Pappy.  Also when I worked at a hospital the xray techs decided to give me a nickname and it stuck. It was a play on my name: Jason Robinson so they gave me JROB (Jay-Rob).
Maj. Jason Robinson
Squadron Commander, Desoto Composite Squadron
SER-MS-096

"If you are in trouble anywhere in the world, an airplane can fly over and drop flowers, but a helicopter can land and save your life"-Igor Sikorsky

Rotorhead

These aren't "callsigns," they are nicknames.
Capt. Scott Orr, CAP
Deputy Commander/Cadets
Prescott Composite Sqdn. 206
Prescott, AZ

tdepp

Mine? OICU812. It used to be 10-SNE1. I have applied for IMGR8.  And my phone number is 867-5309.  Jenny should answer for me but probably won't.  See http://www.danstheman.com/Jenny.htm
Todd D. Epp, LL.M., Capt, CAP
Sioux Falls Composite Squadron Deputy Commander for Seniors
SD Wing Public Affairs Officer
Wing website: http://sdcap.us    Squadron website: http://www.siouxfallscap.com
Author of "This Day in Civil Air Patrol History" @ http://caphistory.blogspot.com

tdepp

Quote from: CadetProgramGuy on May 14, 2010, 04:09:24 AM
Originally it was "Wing-Tip" now it is Jimmy.

Wing-Tip is because 8 years ago I was taxiing an aircraft back to the hanger when by accident I was the left wing-tip into the corner of the hanger.  $400 in damage, all fiberglass, no sheet metal.

The "Jimmy" is because my Real name is James, hence Jimmy.

If you really need a callsign, go to http://www.topgunday.com/call-sign-generator/
I was thinking it was from Jimmy from South Park.  ;D
Todd D. Epp, LL.M., Capt, CAP
Sioux Falls Composite Squadron Deputy Commander for Seniors
SD Wing Public Affairs Officer
Wing website: http://sdcap.us    Squadron website: http://www.siouxfallscap.com
Author of "This Day in Civil Air Patrol History" @ http://caphistory.blogspot.com

tdepp

Quote from: JC004 on May 14, 2010, 06:28:00 AM
Mine is "Radar," but never used on the radio.  Makes it less so a call sign, I guess.   :(
How can one have a callsign if they are not on the radio? I'm just askin'.  That would be like calling me "Senator" but I hold no elective office except in my own imagination.  But while I have you here, do you happen to know BJ, Hawkeye, and Hotlips?
Todd D. Epp, LL.M., Capt, CAP
Sioux Falls Composite Squadron Deputy Commander for Seniors
SD Wing Public Affairs Officer
Wing website: http://sdcap.us    Squadron website: http://www.siouxfallscap.com
Author of "This Day in Civil Air Patrol History" @ http://caphistory.blogspot.com

JC004

Because they are prohibited.  I've met Alan Alda.  Is that sufficient?   ;D

raivo


CAP Member, 2000-20??
USAF Officer, 2009-2018
Recipient of a Mitchell Award Of Irrelevant Number

"No combat-ready unit has ever passed inspection. No inspection-ready unit has ever survived combat."

tdepp

Quote from: raivo on May 14, 2010, 06:54:54 PM
ITT: fun police
Or as Dr. Johnny Fever of WKRP fame fled most of his adult life, the phone cops.
Todd D. Epp, LL.M., Capt, CAP
Sioux Falls Composite Squadron Deputy Commander for Seniors
SD Wing Public Affairs Officer
Wing website: http://sdcap.us    Squadron website: http://www.siouxfallscap.com
Author of "This Day in Civil Air Patrol History" @ http://caphistory.blogspot.com