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AECF (FC) (ET)

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Latest Activity: Sep 16, 2024

So, I haven't heard from FC1 Officer in some time. I deleted all the info here because it is probably wildly out of date. When I can get more current information I will post it here again. I'll see if my son can get me some new information.

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FC 'A' School FAQ (Updated 16 NOV 2010)

Started by FC1 (SW) Sean M. Officer. Last reply by Dianne Loflin Aug 27, 2013. 5 Replies 0 Likes

I thought I'd take the time to address some of the more common questions I have seen in the group. Q.) What do FCs do?A.) As Fire controlman, We Operate, Maintain and Repair Shipboard weapon systems…Continue

New to GL ATT school as of 7/15/11

Started by Jack Larwa. Last reply by Jack Larwa Oct 26, 2011. 10 Replies 0 Likes

I know, I know. I don't write the date in military format. Ok, my son entered training at GL on 7/11. He is still in indoc and will be doing ATT and AECF for FC rate. They told him to get…Continue

Class Up Update as of 5/24/10

Started by Paul (Zac's Dad FC). Last reply by Hannah Baxter Aug 11, 2011. 5 Replies 0 Likes

Just some info I requested that I'm passing on. Since there were so many questions on how long it is taking to class up I ask for an update so I could post it for everyone. Here it is.The current…Continue

Aegis Ashore

Started by Mary, Proud Mom Oct 27, 2010. 0 Replies 1 Like

Administration eyes land-based SPYBy Philip Ewing - Staff writerPosted : Monday Oct 25, 2010 5:37:47 EDTAs the…Continue

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Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 6:17am: They probably need sharpening, as well ;)

Comment by FC1 (SW) Sean M. Officer on November 3, 2010 at 6:14am: Hmmmm. Yet another idea for those that can't follow the rules...polish the snow shovels. I like it! Muahahahaha!

Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 6:12am: Thankfully, Chris has crossed that hurdle :)
You guys must have your hands full with a growing group of idle sailors!
I'm sure you've dealt with this before.
Looks like maybe snow this weekend up there...good time to polish the shovels :)

Comment by FC1 (SW) Sean M. Officer on November 3, 2010 at 6:10am: There is one major stipulation to the Advancement to E-4. Graduating from 'A' School. The students are not allowed to even submit a chit until they have their Grad Cert in hand.

Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 5:49am: Thanks...that's good to know! Not even sure Chris knows that ;)
So given the current hold, it's pretty likely that he'll have his crow before he ships out to the fleet.

Comment by Mary, Proud Mom on November 3, 2010 at 5:45am: Yep...here's the official definition...

E-4 to E-6 are considered to be non-commissioned officers (NCOs), and are specifically called petty officers in the Navy. Their insignia is a perched eagle with spread wings(also referred to as a 'crow') atop a rating mark (a rating mark, or 'rate' is a symbol denoting their job category, similar to Army MOS), with chevron(s) denoting their relative rank below.

Most rates have to take an advancement test to move up to E4 but with ETs, FCs and the Nukes it is an automatic advancement to E4 after six months as an E3.

Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 5:37am: Okay...can you expand on the "crow" for us noobies? :)

Comment by Mary, Proud Mom on November 3, 2010 at 5:31am: Mother does know best :-)

Once Chris gets his E3, there is a six month wait to put on his crow.

Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 5:16am: I think Chris gets his E3 this week, so that's exciting ;) I'm thinking there's a long time to go for E4 though.

Comment by Jim Butler on November 3, 2010 at 5:14am: We also firmly adhere and believe in the saying: "If Momma ain't happy, ain't NObody happy."

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