AddressLike the air and space domain, Officer Aviation roles offer a career with limitless perspective and opportunities. The term Officer Aviation refers to all officer aircrew and ground-based controller roles.
Split into three main pathways – Pilot, Mission Aircrew and Mission Controller – the application process for each pathway is the same, and as your application progresses, you will be advised which training pathway you are joining.
As you progress through your training, there are a number of streaming decision points that will determine what kind of Pilot, Mission Aircrew or Mission Controller you will be. Your final allocation is based on a combination of your preference, performance on course and position availability.
More information on the pathways and the range of roles within each can be found below.
Pilot pathway
- Fast Jet Pilot
- Fixed Wing Pilot
Mission Aircrew pathway
- Weapon Systems Officer
- Air Mobility Officer
- Maritime Patrol and Response Officer
Mission Controller pathway
- Air Traffic Controller
- Air Battle Manager
The Future
As the Air Force moves into the future, our modern and capable aircraft will be joined by remotely-piloted aircraft; dedicated Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance aircraft; and space-based technologies. Officer Aviation personnel will undertake key roles as these new capabilities emerge and remain at the centre of the Air Force’s air power.
