Aviation Rescue Swimmer - U.S. Navy - United States
Saving pilots of downed aircraft, people aboard stranded or capsized vessels at sea, or even hikers and mountain climbers in danger on land
Rescuing civilians during natural disasters and collaborating with other forces, such as the Coast Guard during the joint rescue missions that saved thousands of lives in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Rita and the tsunami in Indonesia
Working as a crew chief on a H-60 helo, where the primary duties are to make sure the rescue swimmer and the pilot are on the same page and to operate the hoist in rescues
Delivering aid and supplies to other countries in humanitarian operations
Providing support to Naval Special Warfare Operations
Conducting surveillance in anti-submarine warfare and drug interdiction operations
Transporting troops and cargo to and from ships
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Part Time
Aviation Rescue Swimmers may help just about anyone, in almost any environment. It may be a family on the other side of the globe, desperately trying to survive a destructive storm. Or the crew of a sinking ship off the Pacific coast. Even a wounded mountain climber hanging from a nearly inaccessible cliff.
AIRRs may be assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadrons (HSC), Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadrons (HS), Helicopter Anti-submarine Squadron Light (HSL), or Helicopter Mine Squadron (HM) sea or shore duty in any part of the world. They work in hangars, shipboard hangar and flight decks, and administrative and operations departments. AIRRs often work on flight lines at air stations, usually around a high level of noise.
The training required to be a Navy Air Rescue Swimmer is some of the toughest in the world. But when you see the kind of real-life rescue missions they pull off, you’ll understand why.
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Aviation Rescue Swimmers must be prepared to operate in any challenging environment. Because of this, AIRR training is as true to life as possible and one of the most demanding, life-altering training programs in the Navy.
AIRR candidates undergo almost 2 years of training in advanced swimming and lifesaving techniques before reporting to their first squadron. Throughout training, candidates will be continually tested, mentally and physically, as they advance to more rigorous and challenging scenarios. Training includes:
Water and land survival and flight safety (4 weeks at Aircrew Candidate School in Pensacola, Fla.)
Search and Rescue Swimming Skills (5 weeks at Rescue Swimmer School in Pensacola, Fla.)
Basic skills in Naval aviation (18 weeks on average at Class “A” Technical School in Pensacola, Fla.)
Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape (SERE) techniques (2 weeks at SERE School in North Island, Calif., or Brunswick, Maine)
Aircraft systems (24 weeks on average at a Naval Air Station)
Air Rescue Units
After graduation, an AIRR may be assigned to an Air Rescue Unit at sea or on shore duty in various locations thoughout the U.S. – including China Lake, Calif., Whidbey Island, Wash., Key West, Fl. and many others.
Advanced Education & Training
Based on performance and the needs of the Navy, you could potentially be eligible to receive additional training in:
EMT training
Advanced Rescue Swimmer School (includes swift water, high seas, cave and cliff rescue training)
Senior Enlisted AIRRs may also be selected to become:
Schoolhouse instructors
Weapons instructors
Master rappellers/instructors
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance. It’s also important to note that specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.
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Members of the Naval Special Warfare/Naval Special Operations (NSW/NSO) community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their knowledge. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from military tactics and small arms use to survival and a number of other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW/NSO community can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor’s or associate degree through the American Council on Education . You may also continue your education through opportunities like the following:
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges Navy (SOCNAV) Degree Program
Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
Post-9/11 GI Bill
Connect with Air Rescue Swimmers
US Navy Air Rescue Swimmers
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No college degree is required to become an Enlisted Navy AIRR, but a high degree of difficulty and satisfaction come standard with nearly everything you’ll do. Training is tough and ongoing.
To qualify for Rescue Swimmer Training, both men and women must:
Meet specific eyesight requirements: uncorrected vision no worse than 20/100; correctable to 20/20 in both eyes with normal depth and color perception
Meet the minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score: VE+AR+MK+MC=210 or VE+AR+MK+AS=210
Pass a PST in DEP/Boot Camp
Pass Class 1 Flight Physical
Be 30 years of age or younger
Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
The chart below highlights the current minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other health-care professional before starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you’re currently serving , whether you’ve served before or whether you’ve never served before .
Get a Head Start on Your Training.
To become an Aviation Rescue Swimmer in the Naval Special Warfare/Naval Special Operations community, you must first go through what is widely considered to be one of the most physically and mentally demanding military training programs in existence. Get started on your physical training now by learning about the minimum Navy Physical Screening Test (PST) requirements for Navy Challenge Programs.
NOTE: If you’re pursuing an NSW/NSO position, much better PST scoring is expected.
Minimum PST
Physical Screening Test
SEAL
SWCC
EOD
Diver
AIRR
Swim 500 yards
(450 M) – breaststroke or sidestroke
[in minutes]
12:30
13:00
12:30
12:30
12:00*
REST: 10 MINUTES
Push-ups
[in 2 minutes]
50
50
50
50
42
REST: 2 MINUTES
Sit-ups
[in 2 minutes]
50
50
50
50
50
REST: 2 MINUTES
Pull-ups
[in 2 minutes]
10
6
6
6
4
REST: 10 MINUTES
Run 1.5 miles
[in minutes]
10:30
12:00
12:30
12:30
12:00
*
AIRR may use sidestroke or breaststroke and utilize American crawl/freestyle or a combination of all.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other health-care professional before starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of medical illnesses or ailments that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises against it.
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