CFETP2A3X7 — TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE (5th GENERATION) SPECIALTY

CFETP2A3X7 governs training, qualification, progression, and certification requirements for the Tactical Aircraft Maintenance career field.

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• Publication number: CFETP2A3X7
• Title: TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE (5th GENERATION) SPECIALTY
• Date: 2026-02-20

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It covers skill-level progression, competency-based training, Specialty Training Standards, education opportunities, and available courses. It requires completion of mandatory training requirements and identifies training resources and constraints.

Applies to: This plan will be used by MAJCOM Functional Managers (MFMs), Base Training Managers (BTMs), Base Functional Managers (BFMs), and supervisors at all levels to ensure comprehensive and cohesive training programs are available for each member in the specialty.

Topics covered

• Tactical Aircraft Maintenance (5th Generation)
• Skill-level progression
• Competency-based training
• Specialty Training Standard
• Qualification requirements
• Community College of the Air Force degrees
• Air Force training courses

Questions and answers

Who uses CFETP2A3X7 to manage specialty training?

Supervisors will use both parts to plan, manage, and control training. (paragraph 8)

What mandatory training does CFETP2A3X7 require?

Each member will complete the mandatory training requirements specified in this plan. (paragraph 5)

What happens after an apprentice becomes task qualified?

Once task qualified, a trainee may perform the task unsupervised. (paragraph 8)

When do 5 skill-level Airmen attend Airman Leadership School?

After having 36 months in the Air Force, 5 skill-levels will attend Airman Leadership School (ALS) to enhance their Professional Military Education (PME). (paragraph 8)

When is the 9 skill-level awarded?

The 9 skill-level is awarded upon promotion to Senior Master Sergeant. (paragraph 8)

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