Command Staff
Squadron Commander
Major David Saldana, CAP
| Major David Saldana, our Squadron Commander, has been recognized regionally as a top-performing Cadet Programs Officer. With several years command experience, serving as Director of several Cadet Special Activities, and being a Mitchell Award recipient (#61607) Major Saldana is the epitome of success of a cadet turned officer in Civil Air Patrol. Major Saldana is a Master Rated Cadet Programs Officer as well as Aerospace Education Officer and is Senior Rated in Command. |
Squadron Deputy Commander
Captain Carol Cordova-Padilla, CAP
| Captain Carol Cordova-Padilla is our squadron's Deputy Commander. In this capacity, she personally oversees the smooth operation and growth of a "Quality Cadet Unit" of 75 members. When she is not developing future leaders, the Captain is using her skills to better the world as an International Civil Servant in the Field of Finance at the United Nations. Capt Cordova-Padilla is an experienced officer with a Master rating in Professional Development and a Senior Rating in Cadet Programs. |
Health Services Officer
Captain H. Michael Bayter, CAP
| Captain Bayter is a nine-year member in Civil Air Patrol, six of which were spent as a cadet. During his time as a cadet, Capt Bayter became a Planning Section Chief, Ground Branch Director, and Mission Observer. He was the 3251st recipient of the Ira C. Eaker award, and attended National Blue Beret three times. As a Senior Member he enjoys his role of Character Development Instructor and is a full-time nursing student. Capt Bayter is a Master Rated Emergency Services Officer and is Senior Rated in Character Development. |
Squadron NCO
Master Sergeant Willie Pan, CAP
| A U.S. Army intelligence sergeant, Earhart Award recipient (#15261), and skilled engineer, Master Sergeant Pan is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable member of our team. His technical know-how and dedication to each mission inspire all our cadets to do their best. MSgt Pan also has the distinction of being the longest-serving member of our command staff, closing-in on 12 years time-in-service. MSgt Pan is Senior Rated in Emergency Services as well as Finance. |
