Army MOS · Aviation
155A Fixed Wing Aviator (Aircraft Nonspecific)
Overview
A Fixed Wing Aviator pilots and commands fixed-wing utility aircraft under tactical and nontactical conditions during the day and at night. The aviator transports passengers and cargo, performs instrument flight procedures and navigation, interprets airborne weather radar, and conducts military intelligence and airborne radio relay missions.
Minimum clearance: Secret
Core Skills
- airborne communications management
- tactical mission planning
- navigation systems operation
- airborne ISR coordination
- situational awareness tools usage
- mission debrief and reporting
- checklist and procedure compliance
- risk assessment and mitigation
- crew resource management
- training and standardization oversight
Civilian Software & Tools
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- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Word
- AeroPlanner
Civilian Career Paths
- Commercial Aviation
- Aviation Management
- Unmanned Systems
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- ASTM NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)
- Instrument-Airplane Rating
- ASTM NCATT Onboard Communications & Safety Systems (OCS) · Funded
- Aircraft Dispatcher
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class · Funded
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class · Funded
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Technician Class · Funded
- Ground Instructor Certificate with a Basic Ground Instructor Rating · Funded
- Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Use instrumentation to guide flights when visibility is poor.
- Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight, adhering to flight plans, regulations, and procedures.
- Work as part of a flight team with other crew members, especially during takeoffs and landings.
- Respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions.
- Inspect aircraft for defects and malfunctions, according to pre-flight checklists.
Related Occupations
- Commercial Pilots
- Air Traffic Controllers
- Airfield Operations Specialists
- Aircraft Service Attendants
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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