AOBD decorative banner: photos depicting AOBD position. AOBD Position Description: The Air Operations Branch Director (AOBD) reports to the Operations Section Chief (OSC1) and is primarily responsible for preparing the air operations portion of the IAP, for implementing its strategic aspects, and for providing logistical support to aircraft operating on the incident.

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AOBD Qualification Requirements,

2019

Required Training

Advanced ICS (ICS-400)
Air Operations Branch Director (S-470)

Required Experience

Satisfactory performance as an Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS)
AND Completion and Certification of NWCG Air Operations Branch Director (AOBD) Position Task Book (PMS 311-17)

Physical Fitness Level: None Required

Position does not require a physical fitness level.

These Positions Maintain Currency For AOBD

Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS)
Area Command Aviation Coordinator (ACAC)

AOBD Maintains Currency For These Positions

Air Support Group Supervisor (ASGS)
Area Command Aviation Coordinator (ACAC)
Helibase Manager (HEBM)
Helicopter Manager, Single Resource (HMGB)

Other Training Which Supports Development Of Knowledge And Skills

Organizational Leadership in the Wildland Fire Service (L-480)

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2019-08-27

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Air Operations Branch Director