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Operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems

Operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIW0028
State Code
OBC18
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
031309 - Communications Equipment Installation And Maintenance
Original Release Date
17/12/2019
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.It includes operating and managing RPAS during normal flight, and managing RPAS during abnormal and emergency procedures.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 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 RPAS environment.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate and manage RPAS during normal flight
  • 1.1 RPAS, sub-systems and devices are operated to achieve operational requirements
  • 1.2 RPAS, sub-systems and devices are monitored using a systematic scan technique
  • 1.3 RPAS and flight environment information is analysed to identify actual and potential threats or errors
  • 1.4 RPAS automation is utilised to manage control station workload
  • 1.5 Checklist procedures are implemented during normal RPAS operations
2 Manage RPAS during abnormal and emergency procedures
  • 2.1 Abnormal or emergency situations are identified, diagnosed and communicated
  • 2.2 RPAS control is maintained at all times
  • 2.3 RPAS abnormal or emergency checklist procedures are implemented to maintain safety of flight
  • 2.4 Course of action is decided, implemented, evaluated and revised to achieve safest outcomes
  • 2.5 Location and operation of emergency systems applicable to RPAS are explained
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWP01 AVIW3038 Operate and manage remote pilot aircraft systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BES9 AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) Qualification