National Wildfire Coordinating Group

Aircraft Base Radio Operator

ABRO decorative banner: photos depicting ABRO position. ABRO Position Description: The Aircraft Base Radio Operator (ABRO) reports to the Helibase Manager or Fixed-Wing Base Manager and is responsible for establishing communication between incident assigned aircraft and airbases, Air Tactical Group Supervisor, Air Operations Branch Director, and the Takeoff and Landing Coordinator.

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NWCG Wildland Fire Position Qualification Flow Chart, PMS 308

ABRO Qualification Requirements

Required Training

Required Experience

  • Completion and Certification of NWCG Aircraft Base Radio Operator (ABRO) Position Task Book, PMS 311-87

Physical Fitness Level: None Required

Position does not require a physical fitness level.

These Positions Maintain Currency For ABRO

ABRO Maintains Currency For These Positions

Other Training Which Supports Development Of Knowledge And Skills

  • None
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Page Last Modified / Reviewed: 
2023-03-24

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