Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating)
Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating)
AVI50519
BES1
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 25/05/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 13/08/2019 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the roles of flight crew personnel operating in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations.
Flight crew duties include applying technical and non-technical aviation skills and knowledge to a wide range of air transport operations, including passenger, charter and cargo operations while operating aeroplanes or helicopters under the instrument flight rules (IFR).
Individuals working at this level will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and defined responsibility in known or changing contexts within broad but established parameters.
This qualification forms some of the requirements for an instrument rating certification by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) as directed by Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Flight crew licensing.
People seeking certification should check these requirements with CASA.
Occupations include:
Commercial Aeroplane Pilot
Commercial Helicopter Pilot
Military Aeroplane Pilot
Military Helicopter Pilot
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of fourteen (14) units of competency comprising:- Thirteen (13) core units listed below plus
- One (1) specialist elective unit from the specialist elective units listed below. The specialist elective unit must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
1. Core Units
All thirteen (13) units must be completed.
2. Specialist Elective Units
One (1) unit must be chosen from the specialist elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBB55 | AVIY0080 | Conduct a 2D distance measuring equipment global navigation satellite system instrument approach | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBB59 | AVIY0077 | Conduct a 2D non-directional beacon instrument approach | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OBB58 | AVIY0078 | Conduct a 2D very high frequency omni-directional radio range instrument approach | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBB91 | AVIY0045 | Conduct a 3D instrument approach | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBB56 | AVIY0079 | Conduct a 3D instrument landing system instrument approach | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBC96 | AVIH0016 | Navigate aircraft under night visual flight rules | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OBB68 | AVIY0072 | Operate a multi-engine aeroplane | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBC84 | AVIH0015 | Plan a flight under night visual flight rules | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AYW0 | AVI50415 | Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Rating) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Commercial or military pilot entrants to this qualification should check requirements with CASA or Defence Aviation for certification and/or flight hour requirements.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships