Student Information

Staff Check-in
Welcome to the Center for Naval Technical Training Unit (CNATTU) North Island. As you may know, we provide the fleet initial and career maintenance technical training for the H-60 F/H/R/S Helicopters, Consolidated Automated Support System (CASS), Support Equipment, and many other courses. The command is comprised of Navy and Marine Corps instructors and staff members. CNATTU North Island's annual student throughput is over 3,500 students, with most of them transferring to one of the squadrons stationed at Naval Air Station (NAS) North Island. I am confident that you will find your tour of duty with us both challenging and rewarding.
 
The following may be useful for you and your family members.
 
Government transportation is no longer offered to and from San Diego International. The use of a commercial cab company is authorized on your PCS orders to/from CNATTU North Island and to/from the San Diego International. The air station is located approximately 15 minutes from the airport.
 
Upon reporting to CNATTU NI, you should report to the Administration Office in Building 698 Naval Air Station, North Island Monday through Friday, between the hours of 0730-1500. If reporting after normal business hours, or on the weekend or holiday, call the CDO at (619) 571-9135.  You will get reimbursed for your travel when you process your travel claim with Admin as long as you keep your receipts.
 
If you are driving, the following routes are suggested.
Via Northern California, Interstate 5 South to CA-75, once off the bridge stay on 3rd Ave until the gate.
Via East of San Diego, take Interstate 8 west to Interstate 5 South to CA-75 once off the bridge stay on 3rd Ave until the gate.
Building 698 is on the corner of Stockdale and Rogers next to the McDonald’s.
 
Mailing Address
Your Name
CNATT Unit North Island (MTU xxxx)
P.O. Box 357059
San Diego, CA 92135-7059

Student Check-in

Welcome to CNATTU North Island. While onboard you will receive the best instruction available from our professional Marine and Navy instructors. We expect you to be as diligent in your studies as the instructors are in providing you the material pertinent to your specialty. What you learn here will enhance your ability to perform your assigned duties in the expected proficient manner upon reporting to your follow-on duty station. Welcome aboard!

TRANSPORTATION
Government transportation is no longer offered to and from San Diego International. The use of a commercial cab company is authorized on your PCS orders to/from CNATTU North Island and to/from the San Diego International. The air station is located approximately 15 minutes from the airport.
If you are driving, the following routes are suggested.
Via Northern California, Interstate 5 South to CA-75, once off the bridge stay on 3rd Ave until the gate.
Via East of San Diego, take Interstate 8 west to Interstate 5 South to CA-75 once off the bridge stay on 3rd Ave until the gate.
Building 698 is on the corner of Stockdale and Rogers next to the McDonald’s.
For more command information contact the CDO at (619) 571-9527 or ASDO at (619) 571-9135.
 
REPORTING ONBOARD
Marines will report in their service “A” uniform, and Sailors will report in the uniform of the day or Navy Service Uniform. Marines and Sailors will adhere to grooming standards (men with a fresh haircut and clean shaven) and wear pressed uniforms. Report directly to CNATTU Student Services, building 698. You will attend INDOC at CNATTU Student Services on your reporting day at 6:30am, and if your class starts that day, then you will proceed to your MTU for instruction. If you report after normal working hours, or on the weekend or holiday, contact the CDO at (619) 571-9527.
REQUIRED: When reporting in you will have your original orders with you.
Mailing Address
Your Name
CNATT Unit North Island
P.O. Box 357050
San Diego, CA 92135-7059
 
UNIFORMS
Marines and Sailors are required to report with a complete sea bag. Unless otherwise directed, Marines and Sailors will wear service uniforms or NWUs while attending classroom instruction.