88M20: I've never worked in aviation support. What should I do to attempt to ensure to work for one upon pcs to hood

SGT(P) Daniel McBride — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 10:18:36 -0400

Response by 1SG Chris Brown made Jun 18 at 2014 12:15 PM

1SG Chris Brown — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 12:15:46 -0400

That's kind of a hard one depending on which type of Aviation you're trying to work for I suppose. Our Aviation units aren't typically authorized an 88M. Perhaps with a Transportation unit that deliveres Aviation fuel, but not directly assigned to the organization. If you really want to work in our field, I suggest you change your MOS perhaps and come over into the Aviation field. That would definitely get you into an Aviation unit!

Response by SGM Matthew Quick made Jul 2 at 2014 9:53 AM

SGM Matthew Quick — Wed, 02 Jul 2014 09:53:39 -0400

Why work with Aviation Support?

Have you looked through your NCOPD Guide?
http://www.armyreenlistment.com/ncopd-guide.html

DA Pam 600-25, NCO Professional Development Guide (Updates)

10 Years Army Strong for Soldiers and Families

Response by SFC Rodrick Carter made Mar 19 at 2015 4:56 PM

SFC Rodrick Carter — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 16:56:28 -0400

I recommend that you follow your NCOPD Guide to ensure you have hit all of your career milestones. This will be important when you get your first look for Sergeant First Class. I knew many NCO's that tried to get into units to hide out because they were laid back. You want the jobs that nobody else wants, the jobs that require you to lead, the jobs that require you to be out front with Soldiers. I'm not sure where being in an aviation support unit as an 88M20 is a ticket puncher. I also recommend visiting the Education Center at Fort Hood and furthering your education if you dont have a degree.