Air Squadron D11NR

Observer

Auxiliary Observer Training Check-List, Appendix C,

Auxiliary Air Operations Training Text, M16798.5B.

Air Crew

Auxiliary Air Crew Training List, Appendix D, Check List

Auxiliary Air Operations Training Text, M16798.5B.

Pilot

All candidates for Air Crew, Co-Pilot and Pilot shall review sections in the Auxiliary Operations Policy Manual  COMDTINST M16798.3E

     A-1 (Flight Operations),

     A-2 (Air Crew Qualifications)

     A-3 (Aviation Safety)

Search and Rescue

All Air Crew candidates shall review the Search and Rescue procedures in the Auxiliary Air Operations Training Text, M16798.5B.

Observers and Pilot tests available on-line as an option, visit Chief Director Website

1st Level - - Air Observer

Be an Auxiliary member.

Complete the required fingerprint cards.
 

Successfully pass a Coast Guard boating course (BQ)
 

Score 90% on the open book Air Observer Exam.
 

Prior to the first flight as an Observer trainee, demonstrate the ability to swim 75 yards and enter a life raft.
 

Obtain a flight suit and all appropriate safety equipment and maps.
 

Prior to the first flight pass the "ground school" phase of the Observer training check-off (includes sign-off on each section).
 

After passing the first "ground school" phase, complete the "demonstrated abilities" phase of the Observer check-off plus complete a minimum of training flight hours.
 

Complete the final Observer interview with the training team and associated paperwork necessary for Observer qualification.

2nd Level - - Air Crew
 

Hold a current FAA 3rd Class Medical or physician's equivalent.
 

Score 90% on the open book Pilot's Exam.
 

Complete the Air Crew training syllabus.

Have Qualified and flown under orders at least two missions as a qualified Observer.