a. Summary. Pilots VMA operate attack aircraft to provide air support.

b. Requirements/Prerequisites

(1) Must be a U.S. citizen.

(2) #M0S 7500 - Pilot VMA FRS Basic A-4M. #MOS 7501 - Pilot VMA A-4 qualified. MOS 7507 - FRS Basic AV-85 pilot. MOS 7508 - AV-8A/C qualified. MOS 7509 - AV-8B qualified.

c. Duties

(1) Provides air support by dive bombing, rocket, and strafing attacks.

(2) Performs aerial reconnaissance, antisubmarine, and surface vessel defense.

(3) Executes offensive attack and defensive fighter tactics.

(4) Operates from carrier or land bases.

(5) Commands or assists in commanding an aviation unit.

d. Related DOT Classification/DOT Code. Airplane Pilot, Commercial 196.263-014.

#These MOSs are no longer being assigned. Officers currently assigned these MOSs may retain until attrition or conversion to another primary MOS.

Information Derived From MCO P1200.7V Part 1. Current as of Nov 00