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Welcome to NSTI
ASTC Pensacola, FL

*** SCHEDULE AHEAD OF TIME!  CLASSES AND SEATING ARE LIMITED!! ***
​*** PLEASE SEE BELOW REGISTER FOR A CLASS ***

Who We Are
The Naval Survival Training Institute reports directly to the NMOTC Commanding Officer and is responsible for providing oversight to, and exercising command and control over, three training departments. These training departments are Aviation Physiology Training Department (APTD) and Aviation Water Survival Training Department (AWSTD).

Mission
Our mission is to provide safe, effective, and relevant aviation survival and human performance training as a Learning Site of the Chief of Naval Operations-mandated Naval Aviation Survival Training Program (NASTP). The focus of this training is to enhance the operational readiness of the joint warfighter, to include designated aviators and aircrew, student aviators and aircrew, contract pilots, selected passengers, project specialists, VIPs, and USN & USMC non-aircrew. Naval aviation survival training emphasizes mishap and accident prevention, enhancing and sustaining performance, and mishap survival.


This site is CAC enabled for students only. 

***ATTENTION CONTRACTORS, DOD-CIVILIANS, AND ALL OTHER NON-USN/USMC ACTIVE DUTY***

If you fall under one of these categories, you need to be Authorized to Train before arriving to ASTC Xyz. If there are any questions, please see the chart below.

Please contact NSTI Directorate of Logistics and Resources (DOLR) to initiate a Training Authorization Request:
Email: usn.pensacola.navmedotcnstifl.list.nsti-dolr@health.mil (subject: TART)
Phone: 850-452-2350

If devices (i.e., underwater egress training like the "Helo Dunker") are required, please have your command complete and return a signed Device Request Letter as part of your request:
Device Request Letter
Email: usn.pensacola.navmedotcnstifl.mesg.astc-pns-ops@health.mil

If a Training Authorization Request will be required, you may also need to complete a NDA (Contractors and PEP) when you arrive to the ASTC.

For more information, please see the Course Schedule Below:

 

Prior to Arrival

Medical Clearance
Per CNAF M-3710.7, the following forms of medical clearance are accepted. Guidance for which form to use and which medical providers are allowed to recommend aeromedical clearance are defined in Chapter 8.
  • DD 2992 – Aeromedical Clearance Notice (Up-Chit). "Up-Chits" must indicate that candidates are PQ and AA for Duty Involving Operational Flying, or clearly state PQ/AA for Naval Aviation Survival Training. 
  • A qualification letter will be issued at the completion of the course. Any NATOPS documentation will be made by the student's command.
  • All students shall be medically screened by questionnaire upon reporting to the ASTC.
NOTE:
  • NATOPS Jacket is NOT required, only a copy of your Up-Chit. 
  • DD 2992 must be signed by a Flight Surgeon (FS) or an Aerospace Physicians Assistant (APA).  See Specialty Course Tab for approved deviations.
Swim Qualifications
All candidates for water survival training must be able to swim; documented by one of the following:
  • Previous NAPTP/NAWSTP Survival Program Qualification;
    For Initial Aircrew candidates and Selected Passengers, a U.S. Navy Second Class Swim qualification or better.
  • For Project Specialist, Midshipmen, and VIP, a qualification of U.S. Navy Third Class swim qualification, or better.
NOTE:
  • Individual candidate swim tests and screenings shall only be done during "Survival Swimming" training by prior appointment via SQRIPT.

What to Bring

Uniform
 
  • Military: Flight suit or military working uniform. No organizational gear is authorized.
  • Civilians: Business or tactical casual. No shorts or open toed shoes are authorized.


Swimwear

Appropriate swimsuit (EX: black/navy-blue one-piece swimsuit for females, black or blue PT shorts that tie at the waist for males), towel, shower shoes and lock – if applicable.
  • Pool operations take place on SECOND day of 2-day courses.
  • Bring a towel, swimsuit, and contact lenses kit, if needed (Swim goggles are NOT authorized for any Water testing evolutions). Typically, pool evolutions are conducted on the SECOND day, however, be prepared to be in the pool on both days.
     

Training Information

Training Start Time
Unless otherwise stated, all classes begin check-in at XXX sharp. Please plan accordingly for travel distance and traffic delays.

NOTE: Students reporting AFTER XXXX may forfeit their seats to stand-by students.
NOTE: No open sores, wounds, scabs, or bandages are allowed in the pool, to include recent smallpox vaccinations. Any student with this issue will be rescheduled to a later date.
 

Uniform of the Day
All students must report in uniform.

  • Flight suits are accepted and encouraged.
  • Utilities are acceptable.
  • Class C uniforms are always acceptable.
  • Do Not report for training in civilian clothing or inappropriate uniform attire (Organizational clothing, PT gear, work clothes, etc.)

Bring a towel, swimsuit, and contact lenses kit, if needed (Swim goggles are NOT authorized for any Water testing evolutions). Typically, pool evolutions are conducted on the SECOND day, however, be prepared to be in the pool on both days.




 

Directions

LOCAL ADDRESS:

45486 Boyington Road 
San Diego, CA 92145
Link to Google Map

Lodging

Point of Contact

Point of Contact/Training locations:
ASTC Physiology Quarterdeck (850)452-2142  (DSN) 459
ASTC Water Survival Department Quarterdeck (850)452-2688 (DSN) 459
FAX (850)452-3404 (DSN) 459

Physiology Address: 118 Abb Street, Building 3845
Pool Address: 650 Turner Blvd, Building 3944
Pensacola, FL 32508-1091

Additional Information/FAQ

Site Specific




For all SEA and Underwater Egress scheduling inquires contact the Water Survival Department Quarterdeck at 850-452-2688
For all other inquires contact ASTC Operations at 850-452-2919 or email: usn.pensacola.navmedotcnstifl.mesg.astc-pns-ops@health.mil

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