AH-64 Attack Pilot

Overview

Pilot and command attack and scout helicopters under combat and noncombat conditions, in all types of weather conditions during the day and night, and under night-vision systems.

Job duties

• Pilot and command attack and scout helicopters under combat and non-combat conditions, in all types of weather conditions during the day and night, and under night-vision systems
• Coordinate, conduct and direct combat helicopter operations, reconnaissance and security missions
• Maintain current flight status in accordance with established training requirements
• Knowledge and skills are equivalent to FAA commercial/instrument ratings on rotorcraft-category aircraft.
• NOTE: Knowledge and skills may be equivalent to other FAA certificates/ratings (flight instructor, instrument instructor, ground instructor, airline transport pilot, flight engineer, etc.), or the applicant may be trained on additional categories of aircraft.

Training

Training details are confirmed with an Army National Guard recruiter.

Civilian career relevance

The technical and leadership experience developed in this role may support related civilian career pathways.