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7507 - Pilot VMA FRD Basic AV-8B Pilot

Summary

VMA Pilots operate attack aircraft to provide air support.

Prerequisites

Must complete the Centrifuge-Based Flight Environment Trainer Course (A17KZA1).

Security requirement: top secret eligibility.

Requirements

FRD Basic AV-8B Pilot.

POI CID

None

Duties

Provides air support by dive bombing, rocket, and strafing attacks.

Performs aerial reconnaissance, antisubmarine, and surface vessel defense.

Executes offensive attack and defensive fighter tactics.

Operates from carrier or land bases.

Commands or assists in commanding an aviation unit.

Related SOC Title & Code

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers 53-2011.

None.