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Specialty Summary. Performs in-flight refueling aircrew functions and activities according to flight manuals, checklists, and Unites States Air Force publications. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 050.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs in-flight refueling aircrew duties. Checks forms for equipment status. Performs visual and operational check of air refueling and associated systems and equipment. Performs preflight, through-flight, and postflight inspections. Accomplishes preflight and postflight records and reports. Performs in-flight operational check of air refueling systems. Directs receiver aircraft into air refueling position. Operates inflight boom controls and switches to safely affect contact between tanker and receiver aircraft. Monitors control panel for proper operation of equipment during air refueling, and advises receiver pilot of actions required to safely maintain position within the air refueling envelope. Keeps tanker pilot informed as to progress of air refueling operations. Performs emergency operations and procedures as required for emergency off-load and on-load of fuel. Preflights periscopic sextant, and assists navigator in making celestial observations.

Computes and applies weight and balance data, procedures, and techniques. Ascertains fuel, personnel, cargo, and emergency and special equipment weight and distribution to compute aircraft weight and balance. Ensures aircraft is properly loaded within safe operating limits, and applies weight and balance data in computing takeoff and landing data. Completes weight and balance forms for flight. Prepares loading plans, directs cargo loading, and inspects aircraft load to ensure weight and balance status of aircraft. Ensures adequate safety equipment and passenger comfort items are on aboard aircraft. Performs jumpmaster duties, and instructs passengers in use of emergency equipment and emergency procedures.

Specialty Qualifications:

Knowledge. Knowledge is mandatory of: electrical and mechanical principles applying to aircraft and related systems; flight theory; aircraft electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems applying to inflight refueling system; basic and celestial navigation procedures; preparing and using navigational charts; normal and emergency operation of aircraft refueling systems; flying directives; weight and balance factors; cargo tie-down techniques; minor inflight maintenance; using personal equipment and oxygen; communication and aircraft emergency procedures; and using and interpreting diagrams, loading charts, technical publications, and flight manuals.

Education. For entry into this specialty, completion of high school with courses in physics and mathematics is desirable.

Training. For award of AFSC 1A031, completion of a combat crew training school course is mandatory.

Experience. The following are mandatory for award of the AFSC indicated:

1A051. Qualification in and possession of AFSC 1A031. Also, experience performing functions such as: inspecting, operating, and troubleshooting in-flight refueling systems; preparing loading plans; loading and unloading aircraft; and instructing passengers in the use of emergency equipment and procedures.

1A071. Qualification in and possession of AFSC 1A051. Also, experience performing or supervising functions such as: inspecting, operating, and troubleshooting in-flight refueling systems; preparing loading plans; loading and unloading cargo on aircraft; and instructing passengers in the use of emergency equipment and procedures.

1A091. Qualification in and possession of AFSC 1A071. Also, experience in directing functions pertaining to in-flight refueling operator activities.

Other. The following qualifications are mandatory as indicated:

For entry, award, and retention of these AFSCs:

Physical qualification for in-flight refueling operation duty according to AFI 48-123 Medical Examination and Standards..

Qualification for aviation service according to AFI 11-401, Aviation and Parachutist Service, Aeronautical Ratings and badges.

For award and retention of AFSCs 1A031/51/71/91/00, eligibility for a Top Secret security clearance according to AFI 31-501, Personnel Security Program Management.

Strength Req: K

Physical Profile: XXX1XX

Citizenship: Yes

Required Appitude Score: G-53

Technical Training:

Course #: J3AQR1A011 001

Location: S

Length (Days): 15

Course #: SV-80-A

Location: Fc

Length (Days): 17

Course #: SV-86-A

Location: Pen

Length (Days): 4

Course #: BBOC

Location: Alt

Length (Days): 14

Detailed Career and Training Information for This Job

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