Questions and Answers
What are the flight duties?
What does the '3' in the AFSC breakdown of 1A931 indicate?
AFSC skill level, Apprentice
What does CFETP stand for?
Career Field Education and Training Plan
How many parts are in the CFETP?
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Match the skill levels with their corresponding classification:
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What is jet propulsion?
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What are the two functions of the air inlet?
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What is the basic continuous process of a jet engine?
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Components of a rotor are stationary blades fixed within the engine.
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1 rotor + 1 stator = ______
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What does the combustion section do?
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Study Notes
Flight Duties
- Inspect and perform aircraft visual inspections and in-flight duties.
- Operate and monitor engine and aircraft system controls, panels, indicators, and devices.
- Supervise cargo/passenger loading and offloading; determine cargo placement and restraint requirements.
- Compute aircraft weight and balance; perform airdrop operations for personnel and cargo.
- Inspect, operate, and secure armament systems; employ combat procedures with airborne weapons.
- Operate rescue hoist devices for civil and combat missions.
- Ensure proper completion of aircraft maintenance forms and debriefing of personnel post-flight.
- Engage in aircraft operations from engine start to shutdown.
- Conduct mission planning and utilize full-motion video sensor systems for target tracking and information relay.
AFSC Breakdown
- The "1" in the AFSC indicates the career group.
- The "A" represents the career field.
- The "9" signifies the career field subdivision, while "X" indicates AFSC skill level.
- "1" at the end is the specific Air Force code for the specialty.
Prefixes for Aircrew
- X: Basic qualified crewmember.
- K: Aircrew instructor.
- T: Formal training instructor.
- Q: Evaluator.
CFETP (Career Field Education and Training Plan)
- A comprehensive document managing specialty education and training from entry to retirement.
- Divided into two parts:
- Part I: Information for overall management.
- Part II: Specialty training standards, including duties, tasks, and technical references.
Skill Levels
- 3: Apprentice.
- 5: Journeyman.
- 7: Craftsman.
- 9: Superintendent.
AFI 36-2101 Overview
- Defines the structure of the Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) and outlines each position within the AFSC.
AFSC Skill Level "3"
- Indicates the Apprentice skill level in the AFSC breakdown.
CFETP Life Cycle Identification
- Identifies education and training requirements, support resources, and core task requirements for the specialty.
Air Inlet Section Functions
- Channels incoming air into the compressor; recovers total pressure efficiently.
- Delivers air to the compressor with minimal turbulence and pressure variation.
Compressor Section Details
- Supplies sufficient air to achieve required engine thrust.
- Composed of alternating pairs of rotors and stators.
Components: Rotor and Stator
- Rotor: Blades fixed on a spindle, also referred to as turbine wheel (rotating).
- Stator: Stationary blades within the engine.
Diffuser Section
- Slows and distributes compressor discharge air smoothly for combustion.
Combustion Section
- Raises the temperature of the air passing through and directs superheated air to the turbines.
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Test your knowledge on the flight duties involved in special missions aviation. This quiz covers aircraft inspections, engine and system control monitoring, as well as cargo management responsibilities. Perfect for those studying for aviation roles.
