Watch G, M first.
Air Force AFSC guide
1C1X1 Air Traffic Controller ASVAB score requirements
Score target and study focus for Air Force 1C1X1.
1C1X1
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Air Traffic Controller
ASVAB MAGE targetG 55+ and M 55+
Focuses on airfield operations, command-and-control work, and mission coordination.
Air Traffic Controller can fit students who want an Air Force role in aircrew & operations and are ready to verify current openings with a recruiter.
Aviation, technical systems, logistics, medical, emergency services, security, public-sector, or administrative paths depending on the AFSC.
Study first
Focus these areas
Word KnowledgeParagraph ComprehensionArithmetic ReasoningAuto InformationShop InformationMechanical Comprehension
- Build word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, arithmetic reasoning, auto information before comparing this AFSC against your score report.
- Keep AFQT inputs stable while you raise the MAGE areas tied to this role.
Daily work
What you may do
- Work on air traffic controller duties inside the Air Force aircrew & operations area.
- Follow Air Force procedures, training standards, reporting routines, equipment checks, and mission-readiness requirements tied to the AFSC.
1C1X1 Air Force AFSC FAQ
Common Air Traffic Controller ASVAB questions
What ASVAB score do you need for Air Force 1C1X1 Air Traffic Controller?
G 55+ and M 55+ is the planning target shown on this MeritMarch guide. Treat it as study guidance, not a contract promise, because Air Force AFSC access, openings, medical qualification, waivers, security screening, and recruiter guidance can change.
What does an Air Force 1C1X1 Air Traffic Controller do?
Focuses on airfield operations, command-and-control work, and mission coordination.
Which ASVAB sections should I study for 1C1X1?
Start with the subjects behind G 55+ and M 55+: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Auto Information, Shop Information, Mechanical Comprehension. If your AFQT is not stable yet, keep Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, and Paragraph Comprehension in the plan too.
Is 1C1X1 guaranteed if I meet the MAGE target?
No. ASVAB scores are only one part of Air Force job access. Current openings, medical standards, citizenship, security screening, education rules, waivers, and Air Force needs can all affect whether an AFSC is available.
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Sources and official confirmation
Source checked May 9, 2026: Operation Military Kids Air Force AFSC ASVAB table. Current Air Force AFSC access still depends on Air Force policy, openings, medical qualification, background screening, waivers, citizenship, and recruiter guidance.
MAGE target shown on this page: G 55+ and M 55+. Current Air Force AFSC access still depends on official policy, openings, medical qualification, background screening, waivers, citizenship, and recruiter guidance.
More context reviewed May 9, 2026: U.S. Air Force ASVAB page, U.S. Air Force careers, U.S. Air Force active duty requirements, Operation Military Kids Air Force AFSC ASVAB table.