Operator and service
CAP Compass Study Coach is an independent educational aid operated personally by James Bowers under the CAP Compass name. It provides explanations, original practice questions, flashcards, and study plans for Civil Air Patrol leadership and aerospace learning. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by Civil Air Patrol.
Access and cost
The intended public release is free, with no in-plugin purchases, and available in the United States. Public access is not available until release is announced on the Study Coach page. A ChatGPT account and access to the relevant ChatGPT features are required; OpenAI’s plan limits and charges, if any, apply separately. You must meet the age and other requirements in OpenAI’s terms. The coach is for ages 13 and up; users under 18 need permission from a parent or guardian.
Study responsibly
AI-generated explanations and references may be incomplete or incorrect. Check important information against your assigned official CAP curriculum and current publications, and ask your instructor about uncertainties. Practice scores do not award CAP credit, certify readiness, or replace official instruction, examinations, qualifications, or operational procedures.
Materials and acceptable use
Only provide material you have permission to use. Do not provide restricted live examination questions, answer keys, account credentials, sensitive personal records, or other people’s private information. Use the coach for learning and original practice, not to bypass an official assessment. CAP publications and other source materials remain subject to their owners’ rights; access to the coach does not grant rights to redistribute them.
Availability and your information
Features and availability may change, and uninterrupted access or a particular educational result is not guaranteed. The coach does not maintain a separate student account or synchronize progress with CAP systems. Your use of ChatGPT remains subject to OpenAI’s terms. See the Study Coach privacy policy for how information is handled. These terms do not limit rights that cannot be waived under applicable law.
Contact and updates
Contact James Bowers through the CAP Compass feedback form for support or questions about these terms. Updates will appear on this page with a revised effective date.