OVERVIEW

Aviation officers coordinate/lead operations using Army helicopters such as UH-72 Lakota, MH-6 Little Bird, UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook and the AH-64 Apache. These operations can haul troops and carry supplies, as well as provide quick-strike and long-range target engagement.

JOB DUTIES

• Coordinate employment of aviation Soldiers and aircraft at all levels
• Command and control aviation platoons
• Provide aviation coordination
• Instruct aviation skills at service schools and combat training centers

TRAINING

Job training for an aviation officer requires completing aviation school, where you study rotary-winged aircrafts and basic flying skills.

Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• Basic flight physics and flight systems
• Emergency procedures
• Flight map drawing and reading

You will then begin Basic Combat Training in combat flight skills that are used by Army pilots, and eventually specialize in one of the following helicopters:

• UH-72 Lakota
• MH-6 Little Bird, 
• UH-60 Black Hawk
• AH-64 Apache
• CH-47 Chinook

HELPFUL SKILLS

• Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence
• Physically and mentally fit to perform under pressure
• Ability to make quick decisions
• Capable of bearing numerous responsibilities