COMDTINST 16798.1
training program. They are the District Aviation Board's link to the front line Auxiliary
aviator. Each instructor pilot and flight examiner will be responsible for ensuring the
standards of the Auxiliary Aviation Program are maintained. In establishing these two
qualifications, the QAT realized each district may have to waive some of the
prerequisites for the initial designation listed below. However, the initial designee will
complete those missing elements within six months of designation to remain designated.
From that point on, the requirements for designation will not be waiverable.
(1)
INSTRUCTOR PILOTS
(a)
Only designated instructors shall provide formal SAR procedures flight
syllabus instruction.
(b)
Each director of Auxiliary shall designate in writing each instructor in
their AOR. Prospective instructors must meet the minimum qualification
requirements in the following categories:
1.
Judgment. Each instructor must possess superior judgment.
2.
Personal Qualities. Each instructor must have patience, tact,
understanding, and a desire to instruct others. Each instructor
must have a personality which inspires confidence and wins the
respect of each "student."
3.
Technical Knowledge. Each instructor must be thoroughly
familiar with aircraft systems and equipment, normal and
emergency procedures, and aircraft performance under all
conditions of flight. Recognizing the diversity of aircraft in the
Auxiliary fleet, it is incumbent upon each instructor to become
familiar with the specifics of the aircraft in which the training will
be conducted.
4.
Proficiency and Experience. Each instructor must have sufficient
experience to ensure the desired standard of knowledge,
judgment, and proficiency. Each instructor must have been
qualified and current as a aircraft commander for at least six
months prior to designation
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