Local Cadet Completes First Solo Flight

Cadet 2d Lt. Emma Davis of the Redmond-based Overlake Composite Squadron flew solo today in a Civil Air Patrol (CAP) glider for the first time.

Cadet Davis is among 25 CAP cadets from across the state attending Desert Eagle VIII, the annual CAP flight encampment held in Ephrata, WA. 

Tradition dictates that the new pilot gets a good soaking from the other members of her flight, a welcome treat on a day when the temperatures reached 90 degrees.

The Civil Air Patrol cadet program is open to boys and girls aged 12-19 who have an interest in aviation and the military.

Overlake Squadron meets Tuesday evenings at 6:45 p.m. in the Lake Washington School District , located in the Redmond Town Center.

---

Mike Holliday of Kirkland is the commander of the Civil Air Patrol's Overlake Squadron. He can be contacted at mikeholliday1@mac.com.