Performs duties of a trainer CSO to accomplish CSO training and other assigned missions.
Plans and prepares for mission. Reviews syllabus requirements, student progress, and weather information. Participates in mission planning, preparation and filing of flight plan, and crew briefing. Ensures aircraft is preflighted, inspected, loaded, equipped, and manned for mission. Navigates aircraft to accomplish assigned mission. Operates available navigation systems. Conducts or supervises training of students. Ensures optimum training opportunities and progress by conducting or supervising student training. Develops plans and policies, monitors operations, and advises commanders. Assists commanders and performs staff functions related to this specialty.