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REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT (RPA) PILOT

PILOTING THE FUTURE

Today, more and more missions call for remotely piloted aircraft, such as the MQ-9 Reaper and the RQ-4 Global Hawk. And as the demand for these specialized aircraft grows, so does the demand for qualified pilots to fly them. Whether it’s providing close-air support, gathering intelligence or conducting strategic air strikes, RPA pilots are an integral and growing part of our nation’s air defense. In addition, RPA Pilots are officers in the U.S. Air Force responsible for guiding others and leading by example.

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What you’ll do

  • Master of all aspects of advanced aviation
  • Plan and prepare for missions
  • Operate aircraft controls and equipment
  • Perform, supervise, or direct navigation, surveillance, reconnaissance, and weapons employment operations
  • Lead and train a crew
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TRAINING & EDUCATION

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

  • Officer Training School

    8.5 weeks

  • MILITARY TRAINING LOCATION

    Randolph AFB, TX

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REQUIREMENTS

You must meet several requirements before joining the Air Force. These concern your background, overall health and other standards set by the Air Force, Department of Defense and federal law.

YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.

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