Civil Air Patrol’s Santa Barbara Composite Squadron 131 has announced that Cadet Captain Zoe Rychlik was recently awarded the Amelia Earhart Award. The Amelia Earhart Award is one of Civil Air Patrol’s (CAP) highest cadet achievements, recognizing exceptional leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and character development. Fewer than five percent of Civil Air Patrol cadets nationwide earn this distinction. “Earning the Amelia Earhart Award marks a significant milestone in the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program and reflects Cadet Captain Rychlik’s dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence,” squadron leaders said. The Civil Air Patrol Santa Barbara Composite Squadron 131 welcomes youth interested in leadership, aviation, emergency services, and aerospace education, as well as adults interested in volunteering.