Initial Training Wing

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Introduction

The Initial Training Wing (ITW) is a 3rd Battalion (DCS) School operated as part of S7 - Training. The Initial Training Wing transforms Cavalry Troopers to become qualified Aviators and Aircrew in fixed wing operations, and in Rotary operations. The School conducts basic level instruction, and evaluation. The School provides qualified land based and naval based pilots, ATC (Air Traffic Controller), FAC (Forward Air Controller), and C2 (Command and Control) personal. All instructors of the School are qualified Aviators in their respective field.

Order of Battle

The Initial Training Wing has several positions and areas of training.

Section	Description	Roles and Responsibilities
ITW School Lead	The ITW School lead is responsible for command of the schoolhouse, and to ensure training is delivered to a high standard.	Course Development Maintenance of Existing Course Material Course Scheduling Instructor Supervision Instructor Training Instruction
ITW Publisher	The ITW Publishers are responsible for designing and authoring training manuals, coursework, and evaluations.	TBA
ITW Senior	The ITW Seniors are responsible for administering advanced courses and evaluations. And to ensure training is delivered to a high standard.	Assist the Lead Instructor Maintenance of Existing Course Material Course Scheduling Instructor Training Instruction)
ITW Instructor	The ITW Instructors are responsible for administering courses and evaluations to the highest quality of their ability.	Instruction

7CAV-DR-009: S7 Training - Roles and Responsibilities

Awards and Decorations

The DCS Initial Training Wing awards the following badge/device.

Badge/Award	Name	Description
	Army Aviator Badge	The Army Aviator Badge is awarded for successfully completing the Ground School evaluation.