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In most CAP squadrons, what is the minimum age to join as a cadet?

12 years old in most squadrons.

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Why: CAP's cadet FAQ says youth members must be at least 12 and not yet 19. Special school squadrons can accept younger sixth graders.

Huh, didn't know that: School squadrons, which accept sixth graders under 12, have 800-series charter numbers.

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Answer: 12. CAP's cadet FAQ says youth members must be at least 12 and not yet 19. Special school squadrons can accept younger sixth graders.

  1. CAP Cadet FAQs www.gocivilairpatrol.com/join/youth-in-cadet-program/cadet-faqs
    Youth members must be at least 12 years old and not yet 19 years old.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. CAP Cadet FAQs www.gocivilairpatrol.com/join/youth-in-cadet-program/cadet-faqs
    Special school squadrons accept cadets under the age of 12 as long as they are in the sixth grade.
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  3. CAP Cadet FAQs www.gocivilairpatrol.com/join/youth-in-cadet-program/cadet-faqs
    Cadets are promoted in CAP through self-study and group study.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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