Navy NEC · Logistics
749A Air Transportation Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Air Transportation Specialist moves passengers and prepares, documents, and selects air cargo for transport. The specialist plans aircraft loads and safely operates material handling equipment.
Core Skills
- passenger movement coordination
- air cargo documentation
- cargo packing and securing
- aircraft load planning
- material handling equipment operation
- freight manifest preparation
- transportation safety compliance
- shipment tracking
- airport operations support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Amadeus Altea Reservation
- Computer reservation system CRS software
Civilian Career Paths
- Transportation Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Warehouse Operations
- Aviation Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Logistics Associate (CLA)
- IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Training Certificate
- Certified Logistics Technician (CLT)
Career Growth
- Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
- FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
- Cargo Introductory Diploma
Also Common
- IATA Air Cargo Training Certificate
What the Work Involves
- Examine passenger documentation to determine destinations and to assign boarding passes.
- Trace lost, delayed, or misdirected baggage for customers.
- Check baggage and cargo and direct passengers to designated locations for loading.
- Provide boarding or disembarking assistance to passengers needing special assistance.
- Confer with customers to determine their service requirements and travel preferences.
Related Occupations
- Travel Agents
- Flight Attendants
- Passenger Attendants
- Baggage Porters and Bellhops
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a high school diploma and some on-the-job training.
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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