U.S. Air Force Special Missions Aviators-Training Pipeline
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- From studying aircraft systems to flying without an instructor, learn about the training Special Missions Aviators in the U.S. Air Force must go through. www.airforce.com/careers/deta...
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Just about through the pipeline. The video is VERY accurate
How has it been? I have been eyeing this role up. I am going through the application process now and was debating OTS or enlisted.
Been in the USAF 10 years now and I still would love to try and go for this AFSC.
One of the jobs I want
Gothboi Prince same
Same!
Did you get it?
I'm a DOD Aircraft Maintainer Crew Chief on a military base. This is by far one of the coolest jobs I've seen the USAF have. My biggest question, if anyone knows, these guys have Flight Engineer duties. How often do Special Mission Aviators do maintenance on the platform they're working? Do they learn all of the systems on the specific platform and if something goes wrong in the air, try and help keep it flying until they can land safely and brief maintenance or do they actually do aircraft maintenance as well as everything else they do? I know long question, but was wondering how much actual maintenance do they perform.
They are not maintainers, however SMA's can perform basic troubleshooting whenever a malfunction arises (I.E. pulling a circuit breaker or resetting a system). Apart from an emergency scenario, they aren't qualified to perform repairs. These guys are in charge of operating aircraft systems along side pilots, though, so they're very knowledgeable.
Lucked out and got this job (was my #2) Going to BMT this November. To say I’m excited is an understatement
Brandon, Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
I ship for SMA Nov. 16th, hope to see you in bmt
You should have graduated at this point, how are you liking it?
@@Some-day125 I wish, got trapped up in some medical stuff for a little bit. Got all that cleared and just started technical training for this job
@@MisterTsays0 sounds pretty standard lol. I was fortunate and didnt have any medical issues but know people who did. Study hard, lean into the training, and enjoy being in the 1% of enlisted aviators. Lackland has its bs, but i promise it gets better. go kill it out there!
Miss those days
This is my #1 job. Hoping to start BT in the fall
Same
It’s a great job, I highly recommend it. I’ve met most of the people in this video so what they say is true
Did you get it?
I just got told I'll be shipping for Special Missions Aviator this upcoming November. I am so nervous and excited, I hope that this is going to be a good step towards a secure future for me.
Rain, it will be an amazing journey.
Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting Thank you so much, your channel has been a very helpful tool for me as I move towards my career as an Airmen.
Rain, a.k.a. Trainee Rain you are welcome.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@rainbleed8049 bro I’m shipping out for this job in December, hella excited
Hispanic man, Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
God got me this Job it was my #1 leaving start of January
Christian, Congratulations and welcome to the team! Here are some things to help you before and during Basic Military Training (BMT) to prepare while being in the Delayed Entry Program (DEP).
- Know your reporting statement (at the very minimum)
- Teamwork is essential
- Know your chain of command
- Know the Airmen’s Creed
- Know the Air Force Song
- Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
- Know Air Force Core values
- Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT (always check with your doctor before exercising). Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck future Airman!
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@christianslabic3048 Go Gunships
If an SMA doesn't get the aircraft they want on their wishlist, can they eventually retrain and transfer? For example if they get assigned to an ac130 but want to be on a hh60, are they permanently locked into being an ac130 aviator or can they eventually get onto an hh60?
Shipping out to bootcamp on May 26th. Any other shippers that say or any current SMA’s to provide some insight on the job ahead??
How has it been? Looking to joining the air force and I'm guessing you already have some time in
Just booked this job today. Leave to bmt July 30th
Awesome!! Here are some things to help you before and during BMT.
1. Know your reporting statement
2. Teamwork is essential
3. Know your chain of command
4. Know the Airmen’s Creed
5. Know the Air Force Song
6. Know Air Force ranks (both enlisted & officers)
7. Know Air Force Core values
8. Recommend being at or close to the BMT PT graduation level before you go to BMT.
airforce.com/education/military-training/bmt
Everything else will come with time. If you do not know any of the above, please contact your recruiter for this information. Good luck, future Airman!
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting thank you Pam !
You are so very welcome! 😊
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Hope I can cross train into this. I've had all the fun I want to have in Security Forces.
Same
Do you recommend Security Forces?
Evasi0n hell no. Unless you’re into law enforcement or sitting in a humvee for 12+ hrs watching the grass grow
What is it about SF you didn’t like?
FactsMyGuy I could write a book about that. The 14 hr shifts, bad schedules, unnecessary stress, dozens of other things. I did get to drive a boat for almost 4 years so it wasn’t all bad lol.
Would you say a crew chief would fit this role
So how do I go about piloting a helicopter/crew member on a helicopter etc?
gotta be a officer so go to college
@@Miaow69 idk if you can answer this but, I know if you fail out of pj training you lose some opportunities, so would this be one of them? Or would I be able to try out multiple or just lose all opportunities if I failed? Thanks for talking too me
@@connornobbs3487 If you fail out of a SPECWAR pipeline they pick the AFSC you go to, based on manning needs. AKA if you fail out you will either go to a 2AXXX job or SecFo.
Do you have to undergo SERE training for this field?
Noah Rodriguez-Beus yes
Yep. And the dunk tank.
Doritalos dunk .. tank?
@@UnEviLGaming it's a weird contraption that simulates being flipped in a helicopter in water. Basically you buckle into the seat,they flip you underwater, and you have to swim back up
@@FBIAGENT725 lol, ya but the way you said it makes it sound a lot nicer 😂
I got a 72 on the ASVAB, score high in both General(80) and Electronics(76), but my Mechanical score is a 63, would I still qualify for this job by any chance??
BrianFrom TheLonghornState sure! you might the minimum requirements, but you have a chance! just be medically qualified.
Yes it only requires a 60 mechanical score, if I were you I’d study though. It’s a fairly technical job and imo the mechanical score requirement should be higher. Work hard and you’ll make it, good luck.
Is there a different PT test for this career
RACCOON FACTS!!! No
I'm interested in this job!
Great, What is your age, highest education level, citizenship status and zip code?
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
173 St. Patricks Dr.
Waldorf, MD 20603
Office: 240-530-0177
Mobile: 240-530-0177
Recruiter: SSgt Kenneth Devers
Email: kenneth.devers@us.af.mil
You may reach out to the above recruiter for information on Air Force Active Duty programs. We
recommend reaching out by all available means. You may reach out to your recruiter via phone,
email or message. Recruiters do have 10 business days to reach out. This does not include weekends
and holidays.
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting thanks
You are welcome
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Did this job replace A/C Loadmaster?
It looked like in the video they carry a rifle onto the aircraft plus the aircraft weapons?
3rdgr2t, the person carry a rifle to the helicopter was probably a PJ, and they have their own personal weapons because they leave the aircraft for missions and must be able to defend themselves. Aircraft weapons systems are to protect the aircraft and all on board.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
if i want to become AC-130 aircrew loader, need to become special mission aviator.
So I’m looking to be in this job. Is it popular in which there’s not a lot of openings.
Wendy, your Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test scores, physical exam, citizenship and moral standards determine your job/career qualifications.
- Ray
Very popular and the career field, less then 1200 people in it
What are the requirements and ways I can become a gunner in a UH-60 or AH-64?
Falke, those are Army helicopters please contact the Army for their requirements. This is an Air Force page.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting what about an A-10
For any pilot career in the Air Force,
First step, applicants must be qualified to join the Air Force and apply for Officer Training School. OTS applicant must have any baccalaureate degree or be a senior at a college or university to apply. You must have earned a minimum GPA of 2.5 or better to be eligible to apply. OTS applicants will contact an Air Force Line recruiter to schedule an appointment. During the initial appointment qualifications are confirmed to include education, height & weight, medical history, law violations, etc.
Second step, the recruiter will schedule the OTS applicant to take the Air Force Officer Qualification Test (AFOQT).
Third step, after taking the Air Force Officer Qualification Test (AFOQT) and receiving the results (may take 2-3 weeks). You and the Line Officer recruiter will work together on putting your OTS package together and submitting it to the OTS selection board. OTS is very competitive.
Last step, IF selected you will receive one of the careers that YOU requested, qualified for, and serve in. You will then take your physical exam to confirm that you are medically qualified to join the Air Force and for that career. You will then attend OTS when your class date comes up. Officer Training School (OTS) is 9.5 weeks in duration at Maxwell Air Force Base in Montgomery, Alabama. The entire process depending on which OTS selection board you apply for it may take anywhere from 6 months to over a year.
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@OFWROL when he meant very competitive, he means VERY VERY VERY competitive. Like as in OTS has ZERO open spots now
@@forrestgumball this was a last resort plan, I’m probably never gonna go into service where I am right now.
i mean, can you have free time with this job? i'm a writer but i want to do this so bad, would that mean i have to give up all of my time?
Don't join the service if that's a problem for you
@@calebf612 are you gonna pretend most of the military doesn't sit around a lot
@@Redacted950 deadass like alot of jobs have nothing but free time haha idk bout this one in particular
Thinking about joining the Air Force, this is the job I want, just looks so cool, and I don't think i can make it through PJ.
my dream job is to become a helicopter pilot either in the Navy, Coast Guard, or Air Force,
Awesome. General requirements to apply for pilot positions:
US citizen
Applicants who are under the age of 33 and/or have less than 8 years of total federal commissioned service (TFCS) may apply in order to complete medical flight screening (MFS).
4 year college degree with at least a 2.5 GPA
Must be able to complete a FC1, 1A, III physical and complete the board process before entering Basic Officers
Height specifications vary by aircraft and most applicants can successfully pursue a career in aviation with the US Air Force. Applicants who are significantly taller or shorter than average may require special screening to ensure they can safely perform operational duties. Applicants of all heights are encouraged to apply.
Vision will be evaluated.
Color vision is required.
Path to a Pilot seat:
Once you are qualified to join the Air Force as a Commissioned Officer you will take this path to get your wings.
1.) Complete Officer Training (AF Academy, AF ROTC, OTS)
2.) Enter Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) and begin your flight training. (@ 1 year)
3.) Nearing completion of UPT you will be assigned an Aircraft. It's called getting your Seat Assignment. This is determined by these factors: Class Ranking, training performance reports, instructor recommendations, your aircraft preferences, and our needs.
4.) Upon completion of UPT and your Seat assignment, you continue your flight Training for the specific aircraft you were assigned. (6 months to one year)
5.) Nearing completion of your Advanced Flight Training, you will be given a Squadron, and location assignment. Your location preferences are considered.
6.) The commitment for an Air Force Pilot is 10 years of Active Duty Service after completion of Pilot training.
This website offers excellent information regarding Pilot, testing, selection, training and lifestyle: www.baseops.net/militarypilot/
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Do Army, so you can be a NightStalker
If you want more flying time or spec ops, Army is the best choice. They are the helo service!
Any possible way to hold this AFSC if I’m colorblind? My depth perception is fine and I have color vision glasses.
No gotta have perfect color vision
fr0styfx Thats dumb
Aidan McWhirter seems to me like being color blind when you may need to work with color coded electronics is a bad idea, nothing dumb about it.
Jonathon Lang I have color corrective lenses that totally fixes that problem. But even still I didn’t think about the electronics part of this. I forgot these guys do everything on the aircraft.
@@aidanmcwhirter2612 How is that dumb? What happens if you're ij the mix and your glasses vreak or fall off?
I’ve been in contact with a recruiter. I’m a little hesitant to say this is the job I want, as I know getting the job wanted is slim. Is there a possibility that I could request a job and ship off with said job?
You may list this job on your listing if you qualify for it. You will provide a date you are available to leave after for basic training. The recruiter you have been in contact with can provide you with further information on the process.
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
I just started tech school as a 1A9, my advice is to be ready to ship. I went to meps on a Thursday and shipped out the next Tuesday.
I have a quick question, can Special Missions Aviators cross train to become medics?
I do not believe that any type of medicine is in that career job description however, you can probably take Basic Life Support classes and become certified
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Do I become a helicopter pilot in this job?
How hard is it to get this mos?
I got this mos, I ship in July. You just need around a 75 on your ASVAB and be healthy
Rey Jara I got a 72 should I retake it?
Evan Monast 72 should be fine depending on what you scored on the individual sections, you should be able to find the exact score you need on military.com
My backup plan if being a Navy pilot fails
Same here
I was a gunner on a AH60
Is the training hard this is something I currently want to do
Harland, the training is demanding.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Need to be the US citizen to join as an aerial gunner in USAF?
You will be limited on job selection. Below is a listing of the careers available to Non US Citizens.
1S031 - SAFETY APPRENTICE
2S031 - MATERIEL MANAGEMENT
2T031 - TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE
2T131 - VEHICLE OPERATIONS APPRENTICE
2T231 - AIR TRANSPORTATION APPRENTICE
2T331- VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE
2T332 - SPECIAL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE APPRENTICE
2T337 - VEHICLE MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS APPRENTICE
3E031- ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS APPRENTICE
3E032 - ELECTRICAL POWER PRODUCTION APPRENTICE
3E131- HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION
3E231- PAVEMENTS AND CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
3E331- STRUCTURAL APPRENTICE
3E431- UTILITIES SYSTEM APPRENTICE
3E433 - PEST MANAGEMENT
3E531- ENGINEERING APPRENTICE
3E631- OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
3M031- SERVICES APPRENTICE
3N031- PUBLIC AFFAIRS APPRENTICE
3N131A - REGIONAL BAND APPRENTICE
3S031 - PERSONNEL APPRENTICE
4A031- HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE
4A131 - MEDICAL MATERIEL APPRENTICE
4A231 - BIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENT APPRENTICE
4B031 - BIOENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING APPRENTICE
4C031 - MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE APPRENTICE
4D031 - DIET THERAPY APPRENTICE
4E031 - PUBLIC HEALTH APPRENTICE
4H031- CARDIOPULMONARY LABORATORY APPRENTICE
4J031 - PHYSICAL MEDICINE APPRENTICE
4M031 - AEROSPACE PHYSIOLOGY APPRENTICE
4N031 - AEROSPACE MEDICAL SERVICE APPRENTICE
4N131 - SURGICAL SERVICE APPRENTICE
4N131D - OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY, SURGICAL SERVICE
4P031- PHARMACY APPRENTICE
4R031- DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING APPRENTICE
4T031- MEDICAL LABORATORY APPRENTICE
4T032 - HISTOPATHOLOGY APPRENTICE
4V031- OPTOMETRY APPRENTICE
4Y031- DENTAL ASSISTANT APPRENTICE
4Y032 - DENTAL LABORATORY APPRENTICE
6C031- CONTRACTING APPRENTICE
6F031- FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT APPRENTICE
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting Thank you for your information.
Marcus, you are welcome.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
If I have green card, I am definitely sure, gonna join the Air Force as a door gunner.
How can I do this in guard? I would rather do this on a HH-60 than 15T crew chief in the army!
You will want to reach out to your area Guard recruiter to see if this field is available. If it is not in your area, you may also reach out to your area Reserve recruiter. What is your zip code?
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
Good morning. We will be happy to answer your questions. Have a great day.
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting 95018
I'm a 5'1 female, am I too short for this MOS?
yes, the minimum height is 64 inches, which is 5’3
Isabella, the Air Force does not use MOS as that is for other branches. For Air Force careers we have Air Force Specialty Code (AFSCs).
The minimum height for Enlisted flight careers is 5'4.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@rodolfogarcia7079 Are waivers possible?
Isabella Rose yes, i forgot to mention you could try to obtain a waiver
You would need to discuss any possible waivers with your recruiter
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
can reservists do this job?
Unfortunately, we do not have Reserve information. Please contact the Air Force Reserves to answer your Reserve questions. www.afreserve.com you may also call the Reserves at (800) 257-1212.
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
I wish this was offered in Virginia
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@@marlonmilanes6326?
I want this job
Any Day Dad, What is your age, highest level of education completed, citizenship status and zip code?
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
@@USAirForceRecruiting I'm 20, a high school graduate, im a US citizen, and my zip is 07843
Thank you. You may reach out to the below recruiter for further information. We recommend reaching out by all available means. Most of our recruiting offices have transitioned to virtual operation, but recruiters are still signing up future Airmen. You can still reach out to your recruiter via phone, email or message. Recruiters do have 10 business days to reach out. This does not include weekends and holidays.
TSgt Joseph Church
Enlisted Recruiter
31 Newton Sparta Rd
Newton, NJ 07860
Office: 609-500-9234
Mobile:609-500-9234
JOSEPH.CHURCH.3@US.AF.MIL
Pam
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting oh awesome! Thanks for the information!
Any Day Dad, you are welcome.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
I wear glasses, can I still get this job ?
_tvcker Every qualified applicant receives a physical to include an eye exam. Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) doctors (not recruiters) will determine if you are medically qualified to join the Air Force and any career limitations.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting
Are there any pt requirements?
For Females 1.5 Mile Run-14:21, Push-ups-27 in 2 minutes, Sit-ups-50 in 2 minutes, Pull-ups-0
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting is there an email address or number I can get to talk to Someone from this training squadron?
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Can you wear glasses or no
Yes you can . Color Vision and Depth Perception. Vision Corrected to 20/20
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting thank you I’m most interested in this job
What is your zipcode?
Don
Air Force and Space Force Recruiting Service
@@USAirForceRecruiting 20721
Every qualified applicant receives a physical to include an eye exam. Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) doctors (not recruiters) will determine if you are medically qualified to join the Air Force and any career limitations.
Contact TSgt Christopher Whitney
Enlisted Recruiter
2970 Belcrest Center Dr Ste 110
Suitland, MD 20746
Office: 240-428-9184
CHRISTOPHER.WHITNEY@US.AF.MIL
Please reach out to your local recruiter provided above via phone, email, and text message. Leave your contact information phone number and email with the recruiter provided above. Please allow 10 business days not including weekends or holidays for the recruiter above to contact you.
Ray
U.S. Air Force and Space Force Recruiting