Airman Airman

Airman - Definition and Overview

Related Words: Astronaut, Aviator, Barnstormer, Captain, Flier, Pilot

In general context, airman can refer to any enlisted personnel in the U.S. Air Force or Royal Air Force.


Airman insignia
Airman insignia
(U.S. Air Force)

In the U.S. Air Force, Airman is the second lowest enlisted rank, just above Airman Basic and below Airman First Class.

E-3 insignia (airman)
Seaman insignia
(Airman variation)

E-2 insignia (airman)
Seaman
Apprentice
insignia
(Airman variation)

In the U.S. Navy Airman is a rate (job title) for those who manage naval aircraft, either onboard an aircraft carrier or on a shore station.

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