We consider the features of the organization of the physical preparation of the aircrew for professional work, an attempt is made to scientifically substantiate the effectiveness of the use of physical training in the process of combat training pilots through the study of accumulated theoretical experience. One of the most important components of the process of becoming a professional, along with the formation of knowledge, skills and abilities, is the development of professionally important qualities, the availability of which for certain types of activities is generally recognized. As a rule, professionally important qualities refer to individual personality traits, psychic and psychomotor, as well as physical qualities that contribute to mastering a certain profession and improving it. As a result of the studies, as the most important personal professionally important qualities were identified the following ones: general physical development: strength, speed, endurance, coordination of movements, long-term motivation for the profession of a military pilot, ability to correct self-esteem, ability to mental adaptation to various conditions, resistance to adverse effects, traits of character: dedication, perseverance, strong will, determination, courage, moral qualities: honesty, decency, sense of duty, partnership, social qualities: a propensity for leadership, interpersonal skills, correct value orientations, aspiration for professional perfection. Throughout the time, physical training programs have been constantly supplemented and undergone changes. This circumstance is associated with the continuing process of improving aviation equipment, as well as changing the requirements for military pilots.