Army MOS · Aviation
152H AH-64D Attack Pilot
Overview
An AH-64D Attack Pilot commands and flies attack and scout helicopters under tactical and nontactical conditions during the day, at night, and in all types of meteorological conditions. The pilot coordinates and directs tactical helicopter operations, participates in reconnaissance and security missions, and maintains current flight status through required training.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- rotary-wing flight operations
- mission planning and execution
- tactical reconnaissance and security
- navigation and instrument flight
- night vision goggle operations
- air-ground integration and coordination
- crew resource management
- risk management and safety
- time-critical decision making
- situational awareness
Civilian Software & Tools
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Microsoft Office software
- Aeronautical charts
- AeroPlanner
- Airdata
- Airline Pilots Daily Aviation Log PPC
- AirSmith FlightPrompt
- ArduPilot Mission Planner
Civilian Career Paths
- Commercial Aviation
- Aviation Management
- Unmanned Systems
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, Rotorcraft/Helicopter
- FAA Instrument Rating: Helicopter
Career Growth
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), Helicopter
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI): Helicopter
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
What the Work Involves
- Check aircraft prior to flights to ensure that the engines, controls, instruments, and other systems are functioning properly.
- Co-pilot aircraft or perform captain's duties, as required.
- Consider airport altitudes, outside temperatures, plane weights, and wind speeds and directions to calculate the speed needed to become airborne.
- Use instrumentation to pilot aircraft when visibility is poor.
- Monitor engine operation, fuel consumption, and functioning of aircraft systems during flights.
Related Occupations
- Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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