Terry Merritt, commanding officer of
CNATT. "We believe that this move will be a 'win-win' for everyone--manpower and equipment savings, a ready infrastructure, and the greatest flexibility for follow-on training."
"Trying to get a civilian job without an A&P License is similar to trying to gain access to a military base without the proper credentials-almost impossible," said
CNATT NMCAPP Officer, LCDR Gabe Castro.
The Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (
CNATT) is one of 13 "learning centers" under Naval Personnel Development Command, Norfolk, Va., which is responsible for developing and maintaining the sailor continuum.