2/C MQS Chapter 5: Naval Air Warfare

Naval Introductory Flight Evaluation (NIFE)

First Step

1.) INDOC

2.) Academics

-AERO, Engine systems, Weather, flight rules, navigation

3.) Flight Events

-6 contact flights, 1 check flight

Primary

designed to provide foundation aviation skills and prepare SNA/SNFO for follow on training.

-Will fly T-6B Texan II

After finishing- will be assigned future aviation platform

Advanced

Provided with both fundamental and advanced skills in the aircraft coupled with tactical introductions

-Will then Receive "wings of gold"

Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS)

Will be introduced to their fleet aircraft

-ground school, simulator, and aircraft events

-Professional reputation begins

Fleet Squadron Tour

First Sea Tour

36 months

Goals =

1.) airmanship

2.) Officership

3.) Mentorship

Junior Officer aircraft Qualifications

Primary goal for a JO during their first sea tour

1.5-2.5 years

Aviation Squadrons and Organization

1.) Operations-Daily flight Schedule

2.) Maintenance - largest department

3.) Training- qualifications

4.) Admin- budget

5.) Safety - NATOPS

Roles and responsibilities of a JO

commanding small groups, overseeing mission support functions, and managing personnel and equipment to ensure the safety and operational readiness of aircraft