CAP.GOV ADMINISTRATOR

CAP.GOV DOMAIN ADMINISTRATION
 

The CAP.GOV domain has been delegated to the Civil Air Patrol and is a valuable asset  in CAP communications.  The domain is administered through a network of domain name servers situated in locations around the world.

Frequently asked questions:

How does a CAP unit obtain a CAP.GOV domain name?

Over 90% of the requests for a CAP.GOV domain name assignment are handled within 1-business day of receiving the required information.   Here is a recommended procedure on how to proceed:  

1. Review the 2-page regulation applicable to CAP Internet operations, CAPR-110-1 (Note: this link will open a new browser window and leave this site.)   All CAP.GOV web sites must also conform to applicable  Federal Guidelines.

2. Contact your wing headquarters webmaster or Information Technology officer as that person can advise if the wing can arrange for Internet server services to host a CAP.GOV domain for your unit.  That person should also be able to assist you in obtaining the required approval from the wing or higher commander or designee to utilize a CAP.GOV domain.  

A “naming convention” is used for assignment of CAP.GOV  domains as follows: wings and regions are assigned 3rd-level names such as VTWG.CAP.GOV,  groups and squadrons can be assigned 4th-level domains such as GROUP2.VTWG.CAP.GOV.  or, in certain instances, your wing or region headquarters may be able to set a “directory” for you under their existing domain, i.e. vtwg.cap.gov/group2.  If a wing sets a “directory” for you under their existing domain, you do not need to complete step “3” below.

3. You then submit your request for a CAP.GOV domain.   If your web-browser supports

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using online forms, you can submit your request online here.  Or, you can printout the online form and send it by facsimile to: CAP.GOV Administrator 815.366.8249 or, you can print and mail the online form  to: CIVIL AIR PATROL, Attn CAP.GOV Administrator, POB 1, Birmingham, MI 48012-0001

You should notify the organization that has agreed to provide server services to host the proposed CAP.GOV domain that a port scan will be immediately conducted on the applicable IP address in an effort to identify potential security vulnerabilities of the server. If potential security vulnerabilities are discovered, you will be asked to address those issues before the domain is configured. Once a domain is configured, one or two scans per year may be conducted  thereafter.

What alternatives are available for a server to host a CAP.GOV domain?

There are numerous options.  For example, some wings and regions operate their own Internet servers and they can assist you. There are also CAP units that will assist units outside of their wings or regions.  If you need assistance, contact your wing webmaster or IT officer or the CAP.GOV Administrator.

If  you are having problems or have questions regarding the CAP.GOV domain name server system, please contact the CAP.GOV Administrator. Notice of any CAP.GOV  DNS problems should also be sent by facsimile to CAP.GOV Administrator at: 815.366.8249.

If you  are having problems or have questions regarding the CAPNHQ.GOV system, you should contact the CAPNHQ.GOV Administrator 

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