a. Summary. Pilots VMA (AM) operate electronic equipped fighter-attack aircraft to provide air support in all weather conditions, day and night.

b. Requirements/Prerequisites

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

(2) MOS 7510 - Pilot VMA (AW) FRS Basic A-6E. MOS 7511 - Pilot VMA A-6E qualified.

(3) Must have a secret security clearance.

c. Duties

(1) Provides air support by dive and glide bombing, rocket, and strafing attacks during all weather conditions, day and night.

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

(3) Executes offensive attack and defense 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