1A2X1 - Loadmaster

1A2X1 - Aircraft Loadmaster

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Loadmaster Information

ASVAB Requirement:

General 57

Strength Requirement:

70 lbs

Average Indoor/Outdoor work conditions:

60% Indoor / 40% Outdoor

Average Hours Worked:

40-50

Possibility of working weekends:

Yes

Deployment Tempo/Rate (Low, Medium, High)

High

Technical Training Length:

29 Classroom Days + Aircraft Specific Training

Technical School Location:

Lackland AFB, TX

Known Duty Stations Available to New Airmen:

(we’re working on getting this information)

Community College of the Air Force Degree:

Aviation Operations

Airmen describing Aircraft Loadmaster

An Aircraft Loadmaster in the Air Force is responsible for the safe and efficient loading, unloading, and handling of cargo and passengers on military aircrafts. They are responsible for ensuring that cargo and passengers are properly secured and balanced, and that the aircraft is loaded within its weight and balance limits.

A typical day for an Aircraft Loadmaster member may involve:

• Planning and supervising the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers on military aircrafts

• Ensuring that cargo and passengers are properly secured and balanced

• Calculating the aircraft's weight and balance to ensure it is within limits

• Communicating with the flight crew to coordinate the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers

• Participating in training, drills, and exercises to maintain and improve skills in aircraft loading and unloading

• Providing guidance and training to other Air Force personnel on Aircraft Loadmaster best practices and procedures

• Participating in classified and unclassified meetings with other Aircraft Loadmaster team members and other agencies

• Participating in military operations, including aircraft loading and unloading

It's important to note that depending on the specific role, a typical day may also include different responsibilities. Aircraft Loadmaster are critical personnel for military airlift operations, ensuring that cargo and passengers are loaded and balanced correctly and safely, and that the aircraft is within weight and balance limits. They work closely with other members of the crew to coordinate the loading and unloading of cargo and passengers.

As an Aircraft Loadmaster you will conducts preflights, in-flight checks on cargo, perform scanning duties during ground operations, supervise the loading and unloading of cargo and people, and correct load placement and distribution so the aircraft can fly safely.