2T2X1 - Air Transportation
2T2X1 - Air Transportation
Air Transportation Information
ASVAB REQUIREMENT:
Mechanical 47 AND Administrative 28
STRENGTH REQUIREMENT:
60 lbs
AVERAGE INDOOR/OUTDOOR WORK CONDITIONS:
50% Indoor / 50% Outdoor
AVERAGE HOURS WORKED:
40-50
POSSIBILITY OF WORKING WEEKENDS:
Yes
DEPLOYMENT TEMPO/RATE (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH)
Medium
TECHNICAL TRAINING LENGTH:
29 Classroom Days
TECHNICAL SCHOOL LOCATION:
Ft Lee, VA
KNOWN DUTY STATIONS AVAILABLE TO NEW AIRMEN:
(we’re working on getting this information)
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE DEGREE:
Transportation
Airmen describing Air Transportation
Air Transportation in the Air Force is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of cargo and passengers on military aircrafts. They are responsible for loading and unloading cargo and passengers on aircraft, as well as the coordination and scheduling of air transportation operations. They use a variety of equipment, such as cargo loaders and pallet jacks, to load and unload cargo and baggage, and use the weight and balance information to ensure that the cargo is distributed properly on the aircraft. They also perform cargo and passenger manifesting, movement of hazardous materials and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
A typical day for an Air Transportation specialist may involve:
Loading and unloading cargo and passengers on military aircrafts
Coordinating and scheduling air transportation operations
Operating and maintaining cargo handling equipment and vehicles
Performing cargo and passenger manifesting
Movement of hazardous materials and ensuring compliance with safety regulations
Collaborating with other transportation personnel to ensure that cargo and passengers are transported safely and efficiently
Participating in training, drills, and exercises to maintain and improve skills in air transportation
Providing guidance and training to other Air Force personnel on air transportation best practices and procedures
Participating in classified and unclassified meetings with other air transportation team members and other agencies
Participating in military operations, including cargo and passenger transportation
It's important to note that depending on the specific role, a typical day may also include different responsibilities. Air Transportation specialists are critical personnel for military airlift operations, ensuring that cargo and passengers are loaded and unloaded correctly and safely, and that the air transportation operations are scheduled and coordinated efficiently. They work closely with other members of the crew to coordinate the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Air Transportation airmen plan and organize air transportation activities, including determining the supplies, facilities, and personnel needed. These airmen do procedures for loading both passengers and cargo aboard aircraft and implement any necessary safety precautions for handling dangerous materials, special cargo, mail, and baggage. Air transportation airmen are also direct air transportation activities, including unloading and any airdrops of supplies or other items. They establish procedures aboard aircraft for any passenger or aircraft clearance across international borders.