NAVY AIMS AT READINESS AND RETENTION
BRINGING YOU THE LATEST TALK FROM AROUND THE SQUADRONS
THERE IS A well-documented pilot shortage in the ranks of all military aviation components in the US. Though the US Air Force and its reserve components have been hit the hardest of all, the US Navy is also feeling the effects in a big way. A lot of talk has been heard about possible solutions, many of which revolve around the concept of throwing more money at pilots. However, the consensus the tactical aviation community — the Super Hornet squadrons, specifically — as well as trying to find ways to improve the quality of life for naval aviators, NFOs and their families. That includes efforts to revamp and improve both personal and ‘professional growth’ opportunities for flyers.
There has been a lot of talk about possible solutions, many of which revolve around the concept of throwing more money at pilots
For some time, naval aviators have emphasized a desire for different opportunities outside of the traditional career path. Once you reach the level of department head, the next steps in your career take you down the road to traditional command. By default, that means more administrative responsibilities, less f…
