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ENLISTED

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL

KEEPING AIR SPACE SAFE

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The lives of those in the air heavily depend on Airmen on the ground. Responsible for managing the flow of aircraft through all aspects of their flight, Air Traffic Control specialists ensure the safety and efficiency of air traffic on the ground and in the air. Providing specialized skills, these highly trained professionals make quick decisions while monitoring many variables to keep bases, airspace and Airmen all over the world safe.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

  • MINIMUM EDUCATION

    High school diploma, GED with 15 college credits, or GED

  • ASVAB REQUIREMENTS

    General; Mechanical

  • QUALIFICATIONS

    • Knowledge of Air Traffic Control principles and procedures
    • Must maintain Ground-based Aircraft Controller Medical Standards
    • Ability to speak English clearly and distinctly
    • Completion of a current National Agency Check and Local Agency Checks and Credit
    • Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
    • Must be between the ages of 17 and 39
TRAINING & EDUCATION

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

    7.5 weeks

  • TECHNICAL TRAINING

    72 days

  • TECH SCHOOL LOCATION

    Keesler AFB MS

  • STATUS UPON COMPLETION

    Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Air Traffic Operations and Management

TAKE A BREAK

Flights and 30-days vacation with pay each year.

YOUR FUTURE IS WAITING.

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