Members were notably instrumental in major events during the Wing 's 75-year history , carrying out operations in World War II , 9/11 , and the Hurricane Katrina disaster . The Wing has received numerous awards and recognitions , including unit citations from the Northeast Region Headquarters and National Headquarters , as well as government recognition by local , state and federal officials . Several individual members , including most cadet officers , are recognized by the Connecticut General Assembly upon receiving their promotions . Governor M. Jodi Rell declared December 1 , 2007 , Civil Air Patrol Day in the State of Connecticut , in recognition of the continuing efforts of the Wing and held as an anniversary to the Wing 's creation on December 1 , 1941 . The Wing currently has more than 700 members
9/11
September 11 attacks
Connecticut Wing Civil Air Patrol