1A1X1 - Flight Engineer

1A1X1 - Flight Engineer

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Flight Engineer Information

ASVAB Requirement:

Mechanical 60 AND General 60

Strength Requirement:

70 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)

High

Technical Training Length:

Approximately 158 Classroom Days

Technical School Location:

Phase 1 - Lackland AFB, TX
Phase 2 - Fairchild AFB, WA
*Phase 3 - Pensacola NAS, FL
*Phase 3 - Fairchild AFB, WA
Phase 4 - Lackland AFB, TX

*Phase 3 depends on what airframe you are assigned to

Known Duty Stations Available to New Airmen:

(we are working on getting this information)

Community College of the Air Force Degree:

Aviation Operations

Airmen describing Flight Engineer

A Flight Engineer in the Air Force is a crew member who operates and maintains the systems and equipment on board military aircraft. They work closely with the pilots to ensure that the aircraft is functioning properly and safely. Their duties may include monitoring and adjusting engines, fuel systems, navigation, and other equipment; performing pre-flight inspections and checks; and troubleshooting and resolving any issues that arise during flight. They may also assist with the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers, and provide support to the pilot during takeoff and landing. Additionally, they are responsible for the safety of the aircraft, its systems and the crew, they have the authority to take action to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft.