机组人员培训的目的是进步从基本资格培训(BQT),观澜资格培训(MQT),最后到进修训练(CT)的机组人员。对于先前合格船员成员,BQT通过重新鉴定培训(RQT)代替。BQT and RQT provide the training necessary to qualify aircrew in basic position and flying duties without regard to the unit�s mission. Upon completion of BQT or RQT, the crew member attains Basic Aircraft Qualification (BAQ) status. BAQ is a prerequisite for MQT. Except for General Officers, BAQ is not a long term qualification status. MQT and Formal Training Unit (FTU) Instructor Pilot Upgrade (IPUG) provide the training necessary to initially qualify or requalify aircrews in a specific position and flying duties to perform the missions assigned to a specific unit. Aircrews maintain BAQ status until completion of MQT or FTU IPUG. Completion of MQT or an FTU IPUG is a prerequisite for BMC and CMR.