ALCOAST 398/24 - OCT 2024 ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2025 (AY25) RESERVE AVIATOR POSITIONS

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FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
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ALCOAST 398/24
SSIC 3710
SUBJ: ASSIGNMENT YEAR 2025 (AY25) RESERVE AVIATOR POSITIONS
A. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 041824Z MAR 22/ALCOAST 075/22
B. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 301328Z AUG 24/ALCGRSV 053/24
C. Coast Guard Air Operations Manual, COMDTINST M3710.1I
D. NATOPS General Flight and Operating Instructions Manual,
CNAF M-3710.7 (series)
E. Reserve Duty Status and Participation, COMDTINST 1001.2A
F. COMDT (CG-R82) FY25 Inactive Duty Requirements
G. CNATRA Flight Instructor Standardization and Training Program,
CNATRA INST 3710.13 (series)
H. COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC 0917222 SEP 21/ALCOAST 320/21
1. In support of the formal establishment of the Reserve
Aviator officer positions established in REF (A) and REF (B) this
message serves to announce the availability of and requirements/
application process for Reserve Aviator positions in AY25.
2. AY25 Reserve Aviator Positions: There are multiple options for
assignment as a reserve aviator. Each assignment will follow
standard reserve tour lengths as described in REF (E). The
following subparagraphs provide position descriptions of the
billets that will be available to RPM-2 for assignment in AY25:
    a. CG Aviation Unit (Reserve Aviator): Responsible for safe and
effective operations of CG aircraft, supervision of aircrew, and
fulfilment of On Scene Coordinator (OSC) responsibilities for SAR,
LE, PWCS, MEP and other authorized missions. Required to maintain
medical, safety, and currency requirements for respective competency
as prescribed in REF (C). Potential to fill 24-hour duty standing
periods or 8-hour drill periods for flight training and instruction.
    b. ATC Mobile (Reserve Standardization Instructor Pilot):
Conducts classroom, simulator, and in-flight instruction for both
USCG student pilots and fleet pilots. Develops, designs, and
implements tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for the fleet.
Maintains medical readiness and currency requirements as described
in REF (C). Supports ATC Mobile Operations Department or CG Air
Stations with flight support as directed by ATC Mobile Training
Department.
    c. Chief of Naval Aviation Training (CNATRA) Advanced or Primary
Flight Training (DDE Reserve Aviation Instructor Pilot): Conducts
classroom and in-flight instruction of USN, USMC, USCG, and
International Student Naval Aviators. Mentors USCG student pilots.
    d. Pilot-in-Command of Navy training aircraft. Maintains medical
readiness and currency requirements as described in REF (D),
including the 90-day flight currency.
    e. CBP JPO Long Range UAS located at San Angelo, TX: Customs
and Border Protection (CBP) Joint Program Office (JPO) Long-Range
Unmanned Aircraft System (LR-UAS): Candidate would receive training
to fly the MQ-9 and would operate the aircraft out of the JPO at
NASOC San Angelo, Texas. Member would fly LE and surveillance
missions in support of USCG and CBP. If selected, the member will
spend approximately 1 month at a training course in Grand Forks,
North Dakota for the MQ-9 followed by one month of flying at the
NASOC to obtain initial qualification.
    f. Small UAS Trainer: Field instructor for in-person flight
training of sUAS at ATC Mobile's dedicated training facility.
Member would be required to attend the Coast Guard SR-UAS Pilot
Course at ATC Mobile. Member would assist with policy development,
training curriculum development, creation of digital training
content, and occasional travel for post-production unit training.
3. Major Duties and Responsibilities: All reserve aviators at an
operational unit shall seek to maintain their flight designations
and qualifications at the highest level (i.e. Aircraft Commander
designation and the Advanced SAR Qualification at a SAR unit, AUF
Mission Commander at an AUF Unit, etc.). The program's goal does
not restrict Commanding Officers from setting or adjusting
designations and qualifications IAW REF (C) Chapter 7.A.1.
Furthermore, it encourages units to develop a flexible reserve
aviation workforce to support mission requirements and maximize
training capabilities unique to individual units. Flight operations
shall be conducted IAW REF (C) or REF (D) and local unit standard
operating procedures. Reserve Aviators in flying positions are
required to maintain Duty Involving Flying Operations (DIFOPS)
semi-annual minimums in all assigned maneuvers and complete all
annual proficiency and standardization requirements IAW REF (C)
or REF (D). In addition to flight duty, reserve aviators may be
required to perform other aviation operations or aviation training
duties. Reserve Aviators shall also participate in Command sponsored
aviation safety events.
4. Drill Requirements: Reserve aviators shall drill per the
guidelines set by COMDT (CG-R8) and applicable SELRES requirements
IAW REFs (E) and (F) and per the guidelines set by COMDT (CG-R82) in
the fiscal year Inactive Duty Requirements ALCOAST. In addition,
Reserve Aviators maintaining a flight qualification or performing
flight/simulator instructional duties are authorized 48 paid IDT
and are authorized up to 48 paid Additional Flight Training Periods
(AFTP) IAW CG-R82 FY25 guidance. Maintaining these requirements
usually requires at least 48, 8-hour drill days plus two-weeks of
active duty a year. Failure to complete annual and semi-annual
training requirements shall be handled IAW REF (C) or REF (D).
5. Minimum Eligibility Requirements: The following are minimum
eligibility requirements to submit for a Reserve Aviation position
without a waiver. Waiver requests to the minimum eligibility may
be submitted via a memo to COMDT (CG-711), thru RPM-2.
    a. All Reserve Aviators seeking unit flying assignments or
Reserve Standardization Instructor Pilots:
       (1) Current or previous designation as a USCG Aircraft
Commander.
       (2) A minimum of 750 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of a
military aircraft.
       (3) A minimum of 1500 total hours in a military aircraft.
       (4) Must have separated from active duty, or have an approved
separation on file, no earlier than 01 OCT 2025. (If separating
from active duty prior to 01 OCT 2025 contact RPM-2 for
guidance).
       (5) A Coast Guard or DoD flight physical will be required
prior to the assumption of flight duties.
    b. All Reserve Aviators seeking flying assignment as Reserve
Standardization Instructor Pilots to a CNATRA command, in addition
to a.(1) - a.(5) require the following:
       (1) Must possess current NATRACOM instructor qualification
and shall have flown in an instructional sortie in type/model/series
within the past 365 days IAW REF (G).
    c. All reserve aviators seeking assignment to a CBP JPO LR-UAS
are exempt from requirements in paragraph 5 section a. and b. above,
but must possess FAA Commercial Instrument rating, eligible for an
FAA class 2 physical, with at least 1000 flight hours in manned
aircraft.
    d. All reserve aviators seeking assignment to a Short Range
UAS are exempt from requirements in paragraph 5 section a. and b.
above, but must possess FAA Airman Knowledge Test and have a Remote
Pilot Certificate for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems and attend
the Coast Guard SR-UAS Pilot Course at ATC Mobile. In addition, a
non-flying waiver is required for a Short Range UAS assignment.
6. Training Availability and Requirements: Transition and
requalification courses may be offered for USCG aircraft to support
the needs of the Coast Guard. Contact COMDT (CG-711) to determine
availability.
7. Selection Criteria: There are a limited number of billets
available for assignment in AY25. Factors such as airframe,
designation and qualifications, total flight time, and a
candidate's performance in the aviation specialty will be
considered in the assignment process. RPM-2 will assign the best
qualified candidates and offer positions based on program guidance
IAW PSC business rules.
8. Application Process: It is recommended members reach out to RPM-2
via email (HQS-SMB-CGPSC-RPM-2-ASSIGNMENTS@uscg.mil) for career
counseling prior to submitting for a Reserve Aviator Position.
The application process will change based on your current status
(active duty, SELRES, etc.).
9. Members who need a waiver to meet minimum eligibility
requirements (to include separating active duty, SELRES Aviation
reservists due to rotate, and SELRES reservists not part of the
aviation program). In addition to the respective steps below,
submit a waiver to COMDT (CG-711) through RPM-2 utilizing the
following template found on RPM-2 webpage: Assignment Year 2025.
    a. Active duty separating without approved TEMPSEP:
       (1) Submit for Regular to Reserve (RTR) Panel via RPM-1
webpage:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-
for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Personnel-Service-Center-PSC/Reserve-
Personnel-Management-PSC-RPM/RPM-2/Assignments/

       (2) Review the Reserve Personnel Career Counseling Guide:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-
for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Personnel-Service-Center-PSC/Reserve-
Personnel-Management-PSC-RPM/RPM-2/RPCC/

       (3) Complete form CG-2002 and send to RPM-2
(HQS-SMB-CGPSC-RPM-2-ASSIGNMENTS@uscg.mil).
    b. Active Duty with Approved TEMPSEP: Complete form CG-2002 and
send to RPM-2 (HQS-SMB-CGPSC-RPM-2-ASSIGNMENTS@uscg.mil) with
approved TEMPSEP documentation.

    c. SELRES reservists due to rotate (to include SELRES members
currently in the aviation program and those in non-aviation
reserve billets):
       (1) Submit an eResume in Direct Access IAW the following
guidelines:
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https://www.dcms.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Assistant-Commandant-
for-Human-Resources-CG-1/Personnel-Service-Center-PSC/Reserve-
Personnel-Management-PSC-RPM/RPM-2/Assignments/

       (2) Apply for the general Flexible PAL position number
00042876
       (3) Use the member comments section to indicate preferred
drill unit in order of preference (ATC Mobile, NAS Pensacola/Corpus
Christi, UAS San Angelo, or a specific CG AIRSTA).
       (4) eResume submission period is 15 NOV 2024 - 12 JAN 2025.
If submitted outside of this period, complete form CG-2002 and
send to RPM-2 (HQS-SMB-CGPSC-RPM-2-ASSIGNMENTS@uscg.mil).
    d. Command endorsements are required for the following
situations:
       (1) Early rotations (with an approved short tour request)
       (2) Tour extensions
       (3) All eResumes submitted outside of the submission period,
even for members who are tour complete.
10. Points of contact:
    a. For reserve assignments and orders questions contact PSC RPM
(RPM-2): LT Jessica Colombo, (202) 795-6465,
Email: Jessica.C.Colombo@uscg.mil.
    b. For any general Aviation Reserve questions contact COMDT
(CG-711) Aviation Reserve Program Management Team,
Email: HQS-DG-lst-CG-7111@uscg.mil.
CDR Joshua Murphy (Aviation Senior Reserve Officer),
LT Tracy Kuehne (Aviation RFRS/RCM),
LT Melissa Magaro (Aviation Specialties Program Manager), or
CDR Brendan Leahy (Aviation Resources Division Chief).
11. RADM S. N. Gilreath, Assistant Commandant for Capability (CG-7),
sends.
12. Internet release is authorized.