Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training

• Establishment: The Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT) was officially established in 2003 as part of the Navy’s effort to streamline and enhance aviation technical training. • Mission: CNATT's primary mission is to develop, deliver, and support aviation technical training for officers and enlisted personnel in the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. • Global Reach: CNATT oversees 27 learning sites located across the United States and overseas, including Japan and Italy, supporting a truly global training footprint. • Student Output: The center trains more than 120,000 students annually, making it one of the largest technical training enterprises in the Department of Defense. • Aircraft Coverage: CNATT is responsible for technical training on virtually every type of aircraft in the Navy and Marine Corps inventory, including the F/A-18 Hornet, E-2 Hawkeye, and the MV-22 Osprey. • Technical Excellence: CNATT instructors use state-of-the-art simulators and virtual reality systems to provide hands-on experience without the risks and costs associated with actual aircraft. • Heritage: CNATT traces its roots back to the Naval Air Technical Training Centers of World War II, which were critical for preparing the Navy's aviation mechanics and technicians during wartime. • Innovation: The center has been a leader in adopting new training technologies, including mobile learning apps and advanced computer-based training modules. • Support for New Platforms: CNATT played a key role in developing training curriculums for the new F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter, ensuring Navy and Marine Corps maintainers were ready for the next generation of aircraft. • Award-Winning Performance: CNATT and its detachments have earned numerous awards for excellence in training, including multiple Training Excellence Awards from the Chief of Naval Operations.