Who is responsible for promulgating monthly quotas for members entitled to flight deck pay?

The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) is responsible for promulgating monthly quotas for members entitled to flight deck pay. This responsibility reflects the CNO's overarching role in the management of naval operations and personnel policies, particularly those related to aviation and flight activities. The CNO ensures that the proper pay structures are in place and that the personnel who are engaged in mission-critical activities, such as operating on flight decks, are appropriately compensated for the hazards and responsibilities they face.

The role of the Secretary of the Navy focuses more on the broader strategic direction and administration of the Navy rather than on specific pay quotas. The Commander of the Air Force is not involved in naval personnel issues, and the Director of Naval Personnel manages various aspects of personnel management but does not have the authority to set these specific flight deck pay quotas. Thus, the CNO holds the key position for making decisions regarding the monthly quotas for this pay category.