Description
VMGR Pilots operate transport aircraft or turboprop jet-powered aerial refueler/transport aircraft, air supply, and aerial refueling operations, as appropriate.
Core Skills
- air mission planning and execution
- aerial refueling operations
- airlift and logistics planning
- crew resource management
- aviation safety and risk management
- flight operations in complex environments
- C2 and tactical communications procedures
- navigation and instrument flight
- checklist discipline and procedural compliance
- mission debrief and data review
- coordination with air traffic control and joint partners
- technical systems troubleshooting at operator level
- operations reporting and documentation
- time-critical decision making
Common Certifications
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (Multi-Engine Land)
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- Aircraft Type Ratings (KC-130 or similar)
- FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
- Safety Management Systems (SMS) Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- COMMERCIAL AVIATION
- AVIATION MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
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