The Aircrewman is an Australian Army Aviation (AAAvn) soldier who operates as a crew member in Army utility and medium lift helicopters.

Aircrewmen are responsible for assisting the aircraft captain to operate the helicopter in a hostile tactical environment, operating helicopter role equipment and weapon systems and the loading, security and unloading of passengers and cargo including dangerous goods.

Duties

• Airmobile operations (S70A-9 Blackhawk);
• Medium lift operations (CH47D Chinook);
• Special operations (S70A-9 Blackhawk);
• Training operations (AAvnTC, ARTC, RMC-D, ADFA);
• Non-corps operations (DDAAFS, AOSG, AMTDU); and
• Selected Defence Recruiting positions around Australia.

Employment Locations

An Aircrewman may be employed within AAAvn and ADF units in a wide variety of operational tasks or training duties.

• Army Aviation Training Centre in Oakey;
• 171st Aviation Squadron in Sydney;
• 5th Aviation Regiment in Townsville;
• Air Movements Training Development Unit in Sydney;
• Defence Aviation Safety in Canberra;
• Aerospace Operational Support Group in Adelaide;
• DACI-A in Townsville and Canberra;
• Selected training establishments around Australia; and
• Selected DFR postings around Australia.

Prerequisites

Male and female ADF personnel may enter the Aircrewman employment category from any Service or Corps provided they meet the psychological and medical standards in accordance with ADFP 701 and the Psychology Services Manual (PSYMAN).

Selection Process

For further detail about the Prerequisites, Aircrewman Selection Process (ASP), Aircrewman Initial Employment Training, Return of Service Obligation, Career Progression, Pay and Civil Accreditation can be found in the following:

Aircrewman Information package