Description
Aviation Specialty Officers have general Aviation-related knowledge and skillsets. The Aviation Specialty has two subspecialties, CG-AVI11 Fixed Wing Aviation and CG-AVI12 Rotary Wing Aviation.
Core Skills
- aviation operations management
- flight operations planning and coordination
- aircrew leadership and supervision
- risk management and safety oversight
- air mission planning and execution
- coordination with maintenance and logistics
- use of aviation mission systems and sensors
- standard operating procedures development
- training and evaluation of aircrew
- data-driven performance analysis
- interagency and partner coordination
- incident and mishap reporting
- resource allocation and scheduling
- briefing and debriefing of missions
- policy implementation and compliance
Common Certifications
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (Fixed or Rotary Wing)
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII)
- FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)
- Safety Management System (SMS) Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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Data sourced from official Coast Guard publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.