Quote from: murphey on November 03, 2025, 04:23:33 AMContinuing the discussion about 70-1 and 70-1U....where in Absorb is the 70-1U exam? The capdronewiki refers to it but the search capability in Absorb leaves a great deal to be desired (like 90% of searches fail!)

Any help is greatly appreciated.

https://capnhq.myabsorb.com/#/online-courses/cf57a4cd-f96c-4e60-a57c-a0b895d5a01b (you'll need to be logged in to Absorb before this link will likely work).

Or, I locate it by searching for "suas" (no quotes) from the search box that comes up from the magnifying glass on the top right. The full name in Absorb is "CAPR 70-4 sUAS Flight Exam".

If that doesn't work, pop a Helpdesk ticket and they'll take care of it for you.

Continuing the discussion about 70-1 and 70-1U....where in Absorb is the 70-1U exam? The capdronewiki refers to it but the search capability in Absorb leaves a great deal to be desired (like 90% of searches fail!)

Any help is greatly appreciated.

You might want to check out the FCC regs on that band before you go any farther. The commercial beacons have specific certification and specifications that your unit won't have. This falls outside the ham radio arena.

Hopefully this is the best forum to post my question on.

I am looking to put together a practice ELT beacon that transmit on 121.775MHz. It seems that the hardest component to get is a handheld radio that can transmit on that frequency. There seems to be a few controllers around to do the keying/PTT.

Any pointers will be much appreciated in terms of handhelds that could be usable, even if it includes flashing the firmware. AM seems to be a challenge under the handhelds.

Thanks much !!

That's not a CAP Form, there's no form number. That's just something somebody made up on their computer.
But hey, if it works then use it.

Community Service Ribbon does have a CAP form

https://mncadets.cap.gov/media/cms/Civil_Air_Patrol_Cadet_Guide_to_Ach_05F570930F19C.pdf

Group V Commander, TX

PM sent.

Can anyone provide a link to a PowerPoint Presentation on how to wear the Uniform?

Searching online and not having any luck. Try not to build a PowerPoint from Scratch if I don't have to.

Thanks in advance for any help provided.

Everyone this side of 45? 

October 5, 2025

Capt. Maria H. Giles
Deland Composite Squadron
Florida Wing

Maria H. (Mary) Giles, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at home, cradled in the arms of her devoted husband. Her journey began in an unexpected place—Havana, Cuba, where she was born to Diego and Maria Aguila Fernandez while her parents were visiting family. That spirit of spontaneity and adventure would follow her throughout her life.

Mary was a proud graduate of Miami High, Class of 1973, and went on to earn her Associate's Degree in Paramedic Sciences from Keiser University. She dedicated her life to service, beginning as a dispatcher for Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. Her passion and strength led her to break barriers, rising through the ranks to become a firefighter—a role she embraced with courage and compassion. Mary retired after 35 years of distinguished service as a Fire Captain and Paramedic at Miami International Airport. She also gave her time and heart to the Civil Air Patrol, volunteering as a Captain and mentor to others.

In November 2000, she married the love of her life, Arthur (Art) Giles. Together, they built a life full of adventure—traveling, snow skiing, Scuba Diving, flying, and embracing every joy life had to offer. Their love was a partnership grounded in laughter, respect, and unwavering support.

Mary's greatest pride, beyond her career and achievements, was her family. She is survived by her beloved husband, Arthur, and her three children: Stephen Whitehurst, Jill Whitehurst, and Eric Whitehurst. Her legacy lives on in them—in their strength, kindness, and resilience.