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Manage multi-crew operations

Manage multi-crew operations

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIW0035
State Code
OEF35
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
20/10/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/03/2023
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
17/03/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) in a multi-crew operation in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes establishing remote pilot aircraft command, manage tasks and workload communicating organisational objectives and required standards, making effective decisions and leading flight teams and individuals. This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of flight or ground operations personnel and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.Operations are conducted as part of 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 RPAS environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Establish remote pilot aircraft command
  • 1.1 Command responsibilities are exercised in accordance with organisational authority and guidelines
  • 1.2 Command structure is established appropriate to aircraft
  • 1.3 Command structure is communicated to flight team and external authorities
  • 1.4 Communication mechanisms and procedures are implemented between levels of command in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 1.5 Liaison is established and maintained between remote pilot in command (RPIC), flight team and other relevant stakeholders to meet control and command requirements
2 Manage tasks and workload
  • 2.1 Workload of flight team members is planned taking into account time and resource constraints
  • 2.2 Flight team is assigned workload priorities and performance expectations are communicated clearly
  • 2.3 Workload of flight team is coordinated in accordance with agreed operational objectives and task timelines
  • 2.4 Performance of flight team and individuals is systematically monitored against defined measurable performance criteria to ensure satisfactory completion of assigned tasks and workloads
  • 2.5 Potential and current issues and problems arising in relation to task and workload management are identified and acted on in accordance with regulatory and organisational requirements
3 Communicate organisational objectives and required standards
  • 3.1 Flight team members are provided with up-to-date information concerning organisational objectives and standards
  • 3.2 Flight team member understanding of objectives and standards is confirmed
  • 3.3 Organisational standards and values are modelled and promoted to flight team members
4 Make effective decisions
  • 4.1 Relevant, current and sufficient information is gathered to assess and analyse situation for decision making
  • 4.2 Problem-solving strategies and techniques are used to identify and generate options
  • 4.3 Decisions are made, communicated to flight team and implemented in a timely manner in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
  • 4.4 Decisions and actions are evaluated for their effectiveness and outcomes
  • 4.5 Decisions, their rationale, and associated actions are documented and reported in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
5 Lead flight teams and individuals
  • 5.1 Link between function of flight team and organisational goals is clarified as required and communicated to flight team
  • 5.2 Participative decision making is used to develop, implement and review work of flight team and to allocate responsibilities
  • 5.3 Opportunities are given to flight team members and individuals to provide feedback about efficient work practices and processes
  • 5.4 Flight team members and individuals are encouraged to provide feedback about efficient work practices
  • 5.5 Appropriate delegation is made to flight team and individuals in accordance with relevant flight team objectives and goals, and organisational policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
OBC43 AVIW0002 Manage multi-crew operation in beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations Unit of competency