One formula option listed.
Navy rating guide
AB Aviation Boatswain's Mate ASVAB score requirements
Score target and study focus for Navy AB.
AB
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Aviation Boatswain's Mate
ASVAB score targetVE+AR+MK+AS 161+
Runs flight deck, fuel, launch, recovery, and aircraft handling support.
Good fit if aircraft, flight operations, mechanical systems, or aviation safety sound motivating.
Aviation maintenance, airport operations, air traffic support, aircraft systems, and safety equipment roles.
Study first
Focus these areas
Word KnowledgeParagraph ComprehensionArithmetic ReasoningMath KnowledgeAuto InformationShop Information
- Start with word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, arithmetic reasoning, math knowledge; those subjects show up directly in the listed Navy formula options.
- Keep AFQT fundamentals steady too: arithmetic reasoning, math knowledge, word knowledge, and paragraph comprehension.
Daily work
What you may do
- Support aircraft, flight operations, aviation maintenance, or aircrew readiness.
- Work around technical procedures, safety standards, equipment checks, and fast-moving teams.
AB Navy rating FAQ
Common Aviation Boatswain's Mate ASVAB questions
What ASVAB score do you need for Navy AB Aviation Boatswain's Mate?
VE+AR+MK+AS 161+ is the planning target shown on this MeritMarch guide. Treat it as study guidance, not a contract promise, because Navy rating access, openings, waivers, medical qualification, and recruiter guidance can change.
What does a Navy AB Aviation Boatswain's Mate do?
Runs flight deck, fuel, launch, recovery, and aircraft handling support.
Which ASVAB sections should I study for AB?
Start with the subjects behind the listed formula options: Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Auto Information, Shop Information. If your AFQT is not stable yet, keep Arithmetic Reasoning, Math Knowledge, Word Knowledge, and Paragraph Comprehension in the plan too.
Is AB guaranteed if I meet the score target?
No. ASVAB scores are only part of Navy rating access. Current openings, medical standards, citizenship, security screening, education rules, waivers, and Navy needs can all affect whether a rating is available.
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Formula target shown on this page: VE+AR+MK+AS 161+. Current Navy rating access still depends on Navy policy, openings, medical qualification, background screening, waivers, citizenship, and recruiter guidance.
Sources reviewed May 9, 2026: Navy careers, Official ASVAB military-jobs composites, NavyCS rating ASVAB score table, NavyCS Nuclear Power Test reference.