What type of exposure does the Naval Introductory Flight Evaluation provide?

The Naval Introductory Flight Evaluation offers initial aviation exposure. This evaluation is designed to give prospective naval aviators their first experience in a flight environment and helps determine their suitability for a career in aviation. During this evaluation, they experience basic flight maneuvers and understand the operational aspects of flying, which can greatly inform their decision to pursue further aviation training.

The focus is on providing a foundational experience rather than delving into advanced tactical operations or survival training, which are typically covered in more specialized training later in the flight training pipeline. Engineering fundamentals also would not be a central aspect of this evaluation; instead, the emphasis is on hands-on exposure to flying and the responsibilities that come with it.