Civil Air Patrol Leave

A Civil Air Patrol Leave policy explains when eligible Civil Air Patrol members can take job-protected, typically unpaid time off for authorized training or emergency missions, what notice and documentation you can require, how reinstatement and benefits are handled, and your organization's commitment to non-retaliation under applicable state law.

How to Write a Civil Air Patrol Leave Policy

• Start with "why" and introduce the concept.
• Define what Civil Air Patrol Leave covers, such as training and emergency missions.
• Explain who's eligible to take the leave.
• State what documentation your organization may request to confirm eligibility and the need for service.
• Clarify whether the leave is paid or unpaid, and how PTO may be used.
• Describe the employee's communication expectations during leave and when returning to work.
• Confirm reinstatement rights and protection of seniority and benefits after leave.
• Include a non-retaliation and non-discrimination commitment related to requesting or taking this leave.

For advice on writing a Civil Air Patrol Leave policy in a specific jurisdiction, see below.