Aerographer's Mate

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Aerographer's Mate
insignia
Issued by: United States Navy
Type	Enlisted Rating
Abbreviation	AG
Specialty	Aviation

Aerographer's Mate (abbreviated as AG) is a United States Navy occupational rating.

[edit] Duties

Aerographer's Mates observe, collect, record and analyze meteorological and oceanographic data; make visual and instrument observations of weather and sea conditions; operate meteorological satellite receivers and interpret and apply satellite data; interpret and brief radar imagery and data; interpret meteorological and oceanographic codes; verify meteorological and oceanographic products; evaluate recent meteorological and oceanographic developments for integration into local routines and enter data on appropriate charts; operate ancillary equipment for the processing, dissemination and display of environmental data; perform preventive maintenance on meteorological and oceanographic equipment; prepare warnings of severe and hazardous weather and sea conditions; forecast meteorological and oceanographic conditions; and prepare and present briefings concerning current and predicted environmental conditions and their effect on operations.^[1]

A Secret Clearance is required for this rating. Clearance is given upon completion of interview and background check my DONCAF. AG "A" and "C" Schools are currently located in Biloxi Mississippi, on Keesler Air Force Base. AG "A" School concentrates on weather observing. AG "C" concentrates on weather forecasting. You must attend "A" School before "C" School. After your first tour following "A" School, you will be expected to attend "C" School if you intend to remain in the rate.