Capt Jens P. Hinge, former Lone Eagle Comp Sq Cmdr, receives Awards

Captain Jens P. Hinge, CAP, of Madison, NJ, and former Squadron Commander of the Lone Eagle Composite Squadron, was presented with two awards for his outstanding service by Col. Amy T. Myzie, NJ Wing Commander with support of Captain Adam Fitting, Squadron Commander.

The first was the "Civil Air Patrol, Auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, Commander’s Commendation Award" for outstanding duty performance by Capt Jens P. Hinge, CAP, during the period from Dec 9, 2020 to Dec 8th, 2024, by Col Amy T. Myzie, NJ Wing Commander and Major General Regena M. Aye, National Commander. This was for his leadership of the Squadron with just a few cadets and seniors during COVID to about 50 cadets and 15 seniors during the period cited.

The second was for the "Civil Air Patrol, United States Air Force Auxiliary Command Service Ribbon" to Capt. Jens P. Hinge, in recognition for his continued service as Commander of the Lone Eagle Composite Squadron by Col Amy T. Myzie, NJ Wing Commander. This was given in recognition of his continued service as Commander during the above period cited.

The Lone Eagle Composite Squadron will now meet on Wednesday nights, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the Morristown National Guard Armory, NJ. Youth can start the cadet program at age twelve, and adults can join as senior members starting at age 18. For more information about the Lone Eagle Composite Squadron, contact Adam Fitting, Commander, at: adam.fitting@njwg.cap.gov. Also, see: www.loneeagle.org .

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