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Combat Control Apprentice (males only)
A combat controller (CCT) is a part of the Air Force's Special Operations, or Battlefield Airmen. The CCT is a combat ready FAA certified air traffic controller who operates in remote and sometimes hostile areas. He is a precision parachutist capable of penetrating hostile areas to perform his duties. He is skilled in water operations using both scuba and amphibious techniques, and he's been trained on motorcycles, snowmobiles, skis, rappelling and fast-rope procedures; all as ways to get to work. The CCT is an expert with maps and compasses, capable of overland travel in any environment. Survival training in various climates enables combat controllers to function under the most demanding conditions. As an air traffic controller, he establishes assault zones and directs aircraft within those zones. The unique qualifications of combat control make them the farthest-reaching communications, command and control asset for both ground and aircraft commanders. Combat control is a very physically, mentally and technically demanding job, one of the best and most prestigious the Air Force has to offer. For training that transfers to the growing civilian market of air traffic control, an adventurous mission and an exciting lifestyle – this job is it. Prior to being accepted you must successfully complete the Physical Ability Stamina Test. All candidates must meet the following minimum standards:
Two 20-meter under water swims
500-meter surface swim in 14:00
1.5 mile run in 10:45
6 pull ups in one
minute
45 sit ups/crunches (hands behind head) in 2 minutes
45 push ups in 2 minutes
The CCT's officer career counterpart is the Special Tactics Officer (STO).
All Air Force career fields are based on qualifications and job availability.
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- CCAF Degrees:
- Airway Science
- Tech Schools:
- Keesler AFB, MS; Lackland AFB, TX; Fairchild AFB, WA; Ft. Benning, GA; Pope AFB, NC
All Air Force career fields are based on qualifications and job availability.
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