Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 7:56 AM AWST
23/07/2026 7:56 AM AWST
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Plan an aircraft load
Plan an aircraft load
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIL3003B
AVIL3003B
State Code
WB799
WB799
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to plan an aircraft load in accordance with OH&S and other relevant regulatory requirements, including gathering data on the aircraft load, reviewing and analysing data, preparing load sheet/plan, and completing and processing required documentation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Gather data on the aircraft load
- 1.1 Data required to plan an aircraft load is collected using appropriate techniques and technology in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 1.2 Types of freight to be transported are identified in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
2Review and analyse data
- 2.1 Collected data is reviewed using manual and/or computer techniques in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 2.2 Analysis of data includes appropriate consideration of aircraft destination, time, weather, duration of flight, mix of load, aircraft fuel weight and other relevant parameters
3Prepare load sheet/plan
- 3.1 An appropriate load sheet/plan is prepared using manual and/or computerised techniques for the aircraft concerned in accordance with workplace procedures, aircraft loading manual and relevant regulatory requirements
- 3.2 Prepared load sheet/plan provides for due consideration of aircraft trim and balance requirements in accordance with the relevant aircraft loading manual
4Complete and process required documentation
- 4.1 Relevant documentation is prepared and signed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 4.2 Documentation is processed and despatched to relevant personnel in accordance with workplace procedures, local airport instructions and relevant regulatory requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Planning of an aircraft load may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at freight depots, terminals and airports
in relation to any aircraft types in service in Australia on domestic and international flights
accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated air freight acceptance situations
in an operational air freight acceptance situation at an airport
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
passengers baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to the planning of an aircraft load
relevant IATA regulations
NOTOC, for load notification to aircraft captain
manifests
weight and balance documentation
fuel dockets
load instruction reports
workplace checklists for the planning of an aircraft load
cold chain checklists and guidelines for the air transport of perishable goods
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the transport of dangerous goods by air
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to the planning of an aircraft load
relevant Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to the planning of an aircraft load
Civil Aviation Act
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Planning of an aircraft load may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at freight depots, terminals and airports
in relation to any aircraft types in service in Australia on domestic and international flights
accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated air freight acceptance situations
in an operational air freight acceptance situation at an airport
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
passengers baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to the planning of an aircraft load
relevant IATA regulations
NOTOC, for load notification to aircraft captain
manifests
weight and balance documentation
fuel dockets
load instruction reports
workplace checklists for the planning of an aircraft load
cold chain checklists and guidelines for the air transport of perishable goods
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the transport of dangerous goods by air
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to the planning of an aircraft load
relevant Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to the planning of an aircraft load
Civil Aviation Act
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6779 | AVI3L308B | Plan an aircraft load | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWP46 | AVIL3003 | Plan an aircraft load | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W889 | AVI40610 | Certificate IV in Aviation (Aircrewman) | Qualification |
| S628 | AVI30408 | Certificate III in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |
| S632 | AVI40508 | Certificate IV in Aviation (Leadership and Supervision) | Qualification |