|
FE
Flight Engineer
| The Flight Engineer (FE) are responsible for flight safety. They operate engines and aircraft systems, and troubleshoot and correct malfunctions in flight. |
The military operates thousands of airplanes and helicopters. Pilots and air crew members rely upon trained personnel to keep aircraft ready to fly. Flight engineers inspect airplanes and helicopters before, during, and after flights to ensure safe and efficient operations. They also serve as crew members aboard military aircraft.
- Inspect aircraft before and after flights
- Plan and monitor the loading of passengers, cargo, and fuel
- Assist pilots in engine start-up and shut-down
- Compute aircraft load weights and fuel distribution and consumption
- Monitor engine instruments and adjust controls following pilot orders
- Check fuel, pressure, electrical, and other aircraft systems during flight
- Inform pilot of aircraft problems and recommend corrective action
Flight Engineers are selected from the following Aviation Ratings:
- Aviation machinist's mate (AD)
- Aviation Clectrician (AE)
- Aviation Structural Mechanic (AM)
- Aviation Safety Equipment (AME)
- Aviation Ordnanceman (AO)
|
