1U1X1 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Pilot

Overview of 1U1X1 – RPA Pilot AFSC

1U1X1, Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Pilots, play a pivotal role in conducting reconnaissance, surveillance, and various mission-critical operations. These pilots operate specialized mission aircraft and command flight crews to ensure the successful completion of missions according to Special Instructions (SPINS), Air Tasking Orders (ATO), and Rules of Engagement (ROE). Monitoring aircraft and weapons systems status is crucial for both lethal and non-lethal applications of airpower.

Prerequisites

  • Prior qualification in an enlisted career aviator AFSC (1AXXX or 1UXXX)
  • Rank requirement: Staff Sergeant through Senior Master Sergeant
  • ASVAB: General: 64 or Electrical: 54
  • Minimum score of 10 on the Pilot Candidate Selection Method
  • Specialty requires routine access to Top Secret material or similar environment

Technical Training

  • Location: TBD
  • Duration: TBD
  • CCAF Degree: TBD

Demographics

  • Specific demographic details for the 1U1X1 career field are currently not provided.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Mission Preparation: Supervises mission planning, equipment configuration, and crew briefing to ensure mission readiness.
  • Aircraft Operation: Commands the crew, operates aircraft controls and equipment, and directs navigation, ISR, and weapons employment operations.
  • Crew Training: Conducts and supervises training for crewmembers, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with mission-specific training.
  • Evaluation: Develops training methods, evaluates aircrew performance, and addresses training deficiencies.
  • Management: Advises commanders, develops policies, and performs staff functions related to RPA operations.

Specialty Qualifications

  • Knowledge Requirements: Understanding of the theory of flight, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, aircraft operating procedures, and mission tactics.
  • Education: Courses in physical sciences, mathematics, administration, or management are desirable.
  • Training: Mandatory completion of Air Force Undergraduate Remotely Piloted Aircraft Training (URT) and specific aircraft transition and operational training.
  • Experience: Proficiency is determined by the unit commander based on performance, experience, and completion of minimum training requirements.

RPA Pilots are integral to the Air Force’s ability to maintain dominance in air, space, and cyberspace. Their expertise in operating technologically advanced aircraft ensures that the United States can conduct surveillance, gather intelligence, and execute missions globally with precision and efficiency.

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