### Question
How does SPECIAL AND INCENTIVE PAYS define aviation service?


### Answer
Under *37 U.S.C. § 301a*, **aviation service** is defined as:

> service performed by an officer (except a flight surgeon or other medical officer) while holding an aeronautical rating or designation or while in training to receive an aeronautical rating or designation

#### Citation:
  - *37 U.S.C. § 301a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 5-SPECIAL AND INCENTIVE PAYS > SUBCHAPTER I-EXISTING SPECIAL PAY, INCENTIVE PAY, AND BONUS AUTHORITIES**

