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Control helicopter on the ground

Control helicopter on the ground

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY0059
State Code
OBB77
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/08/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2019
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
17/12/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control a helicopter on the ground in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes starting and stopping a helicopter engine, engaging the rotor, and controlling the main rotor disc and anti-torque system.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft operational duties of flight crew and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed independently or under limited supervision within a single-pilot or multi-crew environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Start engine and rotor
  • 1.1 Helicopter is positioned with a view to safety and rotor clearance when starting engine and rotors
  • 1.2 Wind conditions are assessed for start
  • 1.3 Pre-start checklist actions are performed
  • 1.4 Engine start and rotor engagement are performed
  • 1.5 Disc/rotor position is controlled during start
  • 1.6 Engine is operated within aircraft limits
  • 1.7 Emergencies are managed
2 Stop engine and rotor
  • 2.1 Wind conditions are assessed and appropriate allowances made
  • 2.2 Helicopter is positioned with a view to safety and rotor clearance when stopping engine and rotors
  • 2.3 Engine shutdown and rotor stop are performed
  • 2.4 Disc/rotor position is controlled during shutdown
  • 2.5 Engine and transmission system indications are monitored and managed
3 Control main rotor disc and anti-torque system
  • 3.1 Main rotor disc attitude is maintained during all rotor speed (RRPM) operations
  • 3.2 Anti-torque pedals are set to compensate for main rotor torque
  • 3.3 Rotor disc attitude and RRPM are managed while performing other tasks or actions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVX28 AVIY4011 Control helicopter on the ground Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEE29 AVIY0084 Conduct helicopter pre-solo exercises Unit of competency