PART X
NATOPS EVALUATION
Chapter 30 - NATOPS Evaluation
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CHAPTER 30
NATOPS Evaluation
30.1 CONCEPT
The standard operating procedures prescribed in this manual represent the optimum method of
operating the F/A-18 aircraft. The NATOPS Evaluation is intended to evaluate compliance with
NATOPS procedures by observing and grading individuals and units. This evaluation is tailored for
compatibility with various operational commitments and missions of both Navy and Marine Corps
units. The prime objective of the NATOPS Evaluation program is to assist the unit commanding
officer in improving unit readiness and safety through constructive comment. Maximum benefit from
the NATOPS Program is achieved only through the vigorous support of the program by commanding
officers as well as pilots.
30.1.1 Implementation. The NATOPS Evaluation program shall be carried out in every unit
operating naval aircraft. Pilots desiring to attain/retain qualification in the F/A-18 shall be evaluated
initially in accordance with OPNAV Instruction 3710.7 series, and at least once during the twelve
months following initial and subsequent evaluations. Individual and unit NATOPS Evaluations are
conducted annually; however, instruction in and observation of adherence to NATOPS procedures
must be on a daily basis within each unit to obtain maximum benefits from the program. The NATOPS
Coordinators, Evaluators, and Instructors shall administer the program as outlined in OPNAVINST
3710.7 series. Evaluees who receive a grade of Unqualified on a ground or flight evaluation shall be
allowed 30 days in which to complete a reevaluation. A maximum of 60 days may elapse between the
date the initial ground evaluation was commenced and the date the flight evaluation is satisfactorily
completed.
30.1.2 Definitions. The following terms, used throughout this section, are defined as to their specific
meaning within the NATOPS program.
30.1.2.1 NATOPS Evaluation. A periodic evaluation of individual pilot standardization consisting of
an open book examination, a closed book examination, an oral examination, and a flight evaluation.
30.1.2.2 NATOPS Reevaluation. A partial NATOPS Evaluation administered to a pilot who has
been placed in an Unqualified status by receiving an Unqualified grade for any of his ground
examinations or the flight evaluations. Only those areas in which an unsatisfactory level was noted
need be observed during a reevaluation.
30.1.2.3 Qualified. A qualified evaluation means that a pilot is well standardized and demonstrates
highly professional knowledge of and compliance with NATOPS standards and procedures. Momentary
deviations from or minor omission in non-critical areas are permitted if prompt and timely
remedial action is initiated by the evaluee.
30.1.2.4 Conditionally Qualified. A conditionally qualified evaluation means that a pilot is satisfactorily
standardized. One or more significant deviations from NATOPS standards and procedures, but
had no errors in critical areas and no errors jeopardizing mission accomplishment or flight safety.
30.1.2.5 Unqualified. An unqualified evaluation means that a pilot is not acceptably standardized
and fails to meet minimum standards regarding knowledge of and/or ability to apply NATOPS
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procedures, one or more significant deviations from NATOPS standards and procedures which could
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