Unit of competency Outline
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Operate a multi-engine helicopter
Operate a multi-engine helicopter
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY5065A
AVIY5065A
State Code
WB888
WB888
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out take-off and departure procedures as a pilot in command of a multi-engine helicopter during visual, instrument and night conditions in normal, abnormal and emergency situations. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Operate a multi-engine helicopter in all phases of flight
- 1.1 Normal multi-engine helicopter operations on ground and in flight are conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
- 1.2 Single engine operations contingencies for all phases of flight are anticipated and planned for
- 1.3 Single engine operations contingency plan is briefed to crew members as required
2Manage engine failure/malfunction
- 2.1 Helicopter control is maintained and/or regained (in simulated conditions)
- 2.2 Failed/malfunctioning engine is identified and confirmed
- 2.3 Power set on serviceable engine/s and helicopter configuration is adjusted to achieve desired aircraft performance
- 2.4 Failed/malfunctioning engine is managed in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
- 2.5 Decision to continue or abort approach/landing is made
- 2.6 Decision height for landing is nominated
- 2.7 Indicated airspeed is maintained at or above minimum level flight speed for one inoperative engine
- 2.8 Air Traffic Control (ATC) or another agency capable of assistance is advised of situation and intentions
- 2.9 Flight profile is flown from which a controlled landing could be achieved
- 2.10 Recovery to a suitable landing site is evaluated and conducted in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
3Perform rejected take-off with engine failure
- 3.1 Requirement for a rejected take-off is recognised (in simulated conditions)
- 3.2 Rejected take-off procedures are implemented in accordance with Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
- 3.3 Contingency power on remaining engine(s) is applied if applicable
- 3.4 Controlled landing in the rejected take-off distance available is performed
4Conduct go-around or missed approach with engine failure
- 4.1 Requirement for a go-around or missed approach is identified and confirmed (in simulated conditions)
- 4.2 Control of the helicopter is maintained
- 4.3 Engine inoperative go-around is performed from decision height in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
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.
Tasks may be undertaken in:
variable weather conditions in accordance with Day Visual Flight Rules and Night Visual Flight Rules
simulated Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC)
IMC
Performance may be demonstrated in:
multi-engine helicopter
multi-engine synthetic training device
variable air traffic conditions
variable weather conditions
variable flight situations
abnormal situations
classes of airspace as designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Night VFR environment may include:
unaided
aided utilising night vision devices
Crew may include:
single pilot
multi crew
Instruments may include:
fitted flight instruments
head up display
Limitations may be imposed by:
local noise abatement requirements and curfews
Classes of airspace are:
those designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
restricted and danger areas
Military control zones
Air Defence identification zones
Conditions may include:
simulated IMC
simulated icing conditions
moderate turbulence
simulated hazardous weather
autopilot/flight director
FMS/other NAV system
simulation of emergency and abnormal procedures
Engine failures may occur:
in flight
on ground
in hover
after take-off
during approach
during landing
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to multi-engine helicopter operations
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)
Manual of Standards - Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Advisory Publications (CAAP)
performance charts
operations manuals
approved checklists
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant Australian Standards
Performance includes tolerances specified in either of:
relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) such as:
Day VFR syllabus
Manual of Standards
relevant Defence documentation such as:
Defence Orders and Instructions
approved curricula and training documentation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Tasks may be undertaken in:
variable weather conditions in accordance with Day Visual Flight Rules and Night Visual Flight Rules
simulated Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC)
IMC
Performance may be demonstrated in:
multi-engine helicopter
multi-engine synthetic training device
variable air traffic conditions
variable weather conditions
variable flight situations
abnormal situations
classes of airspace as designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Night VFR environment may include:
unaided
aided utilising night vision devices
Crew may include:
single pilot
multi crew
Instruments may include:
fitted flight instruments
head up display
Limitations may be imposed by:
local noise abatement requirements and curfews
Classes of airspace are:
those designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
restricted and danger areas
Military control zones
Air Defence identification zones
Conditions may include:
simulated IMC
simulated icing conditions
moderate turbulence
simulated hazardous weather
autopilot/flight director
FMS/other NAV system
simulation of emergency and abnormal procedures
Engine failures may occur:
in flight
on ground
in hover
after take-off
during approach
during landing
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to multi-engine helicopter operations
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)
Manual of Standards - Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Advisory Publications (CAAP)
performance charts
operations manuals
approved checklists
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant Australian Standards
Performance includes tolerances specified in either of:
relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) such as:
Day VFR syllabus
Manual of Standards
relevant Defence documentation such as:
Defence Orders and Instructions
approved curricula and training documentation
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
following relevant legislation and workplace procedures
operating a multi-engine helicopter in all phases of flight in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
managing an engine failure/malfunction in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
performing a rejected take-off with engine failure in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
conducting a go-around or missed approach with engine failure in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
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
following relevant legislation and workplace procedures
operating a multi-engine helicopter in all phases of flight in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
managing an engine failure/malfunction in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
performing a rejected take-off with engine failure in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
conducting a go-around or missed approach with engine failure in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook
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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVX30 | AVIY5065 | Operate a multi-engine helicopter | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S635 | AVI50408 | Diploma of Aviation (Instrument Flight Operations) | Qualification |