Air Controlman 3 and 2: Naval Rate Training Manual and Nonresident Career Course.

The Rate Training Manual is one of a series of training manuals prepared for enlisted personnel of the Navy and Naval Reserve studying for advancement in the Air Controlman (AC) rating to Air Controlman Third and Second Class. Chapter 1 discusses air controlman qualifications, the enlisted rating structure, the Air Controlman rating, references which will assist in working for advancement and in performing the duties of an Air Controlman, and information on how to make the best use of the Rate Training Manual. Chapters 2-14 cover the following topics: military aircraft designation and characteristics; Federal air regulations; basic air navigation; flight services; meteorological elements affecting aviation; aviation weather reports and advisories; aids to air navigation; control tower equipment; airport traffic control and airfield equipment; air traffic control communications; IFR/SVFR control procedures; radar and allied equipment and procedures; and publications, records, and security measures. Numerous illustrations, diagrams, and charts are interspersed throughout. The associated Nonresident Career Course (96 pages) for AC 3 and 2 is included. Supplementary material is appended. (BP)