CFETP1A8X2 — Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (A-ISR) Operator Specialty

CFETP1A8X2 governs career field training for Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance operators, including progression and qualification.

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  • Publication number: CFETP1A8X2
  • Title: Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (A-ISR) Operator Specialty
  • Date: 2023-07-28

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It covers A-ISR specialty duties, training strategy, skill-level progression, assignments, development paths, badges, MQT, and career enhancement programs. It requires mandatory initial, upgrade, qualification, proficiency, and advanced training, with requirements specified for each skill level.

Topics covered

  • Airborne Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance
  • skill-level career progression
  • initial skills training
  • aircrew wings
  • on-the-job training and MQT
  • career enhancement programs
  • skill-level training requirements

Questions and answers

What mandatory training must each individual complete under CFETP1A8X2?

Each individual will complete the mandatory training requirements specified in this plan. (paragraph 2)

How is aircrew training certified under CFETP1A8X2?

All aircrew training is certified via AF Form 8/8a, Certificate of Aircrew Qualification, by trained evaluators. (paragraph 2)

Does AF Form 8/8a certification replace STS documentation?

Certification of the AF Form 8/8a does not eliminate the requirement to document STS items in this CFETP. (paragraph 2)

What training is required for the 1A832 AFSC?

Individuals must complete the Aircrew Fundamentals Course and the Apprentice Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Operator Course to be awarded the 1A832 AFSC.

What is required for upgrade to the 1A852 skill level?

Upgrade training to the 5-skill level in this specialty consists of successful completion of training provided in MDS Specific IQT, MQT and member must be in possession of a valid Form 8 and complete the ISR Basic CDP.

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