Unit of competency Outline

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Control remote pilot aircraft (RPA) on the ground

Control remote pilot aircraft (RPA) on the ground

Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY3073A
State Code
WG977
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/12/2013
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/03/2014
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
20/03/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control a remote pilot aircraft (RPA) on the ground including starting and stopping an RPA engine, fulfilling all required safety requirements, and if required, performing pre-taxi functions and manoeuvring the RPA on the ground without incident.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Start engine
  • 1.1 Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with Flight Manual/POH
  • 1.2 RPA is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine
  • 1.3 Manufacturers limitations and report deviations are complied with as appropriate
  • 1.4 Engine/s are started in accordance with Flight Manual/POH
  • 1.5 Emergencies are managed in accordance with Flight Manual/POH and regulatory requirements
2 Taxi/position RPA as appropriate
  • 2.1 ATIS reports and taxi clearance are obtained where applicable
  • 2.2 RPA is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions
  • 2.3 Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability
  • 2.4 Handling and braking on the ground is in accordance with Flight Manual/POH
  • 2.5 Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators, where appropriate, are interpreted and complied with
  • 2.6 Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with when applicable
  • 2.7 Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel is avoided
  • 2.8 Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured where applicable
  • 2.9 RPA (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions
3 Perform RPA Shutdown
  • 3.1 Pre-and post shutdown checks are completed in accordance with Flight Manual/POH
  • 3.2 Engine is shut down in accordance with Flight Manual/POH
  • 3.3 Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
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 must be undertaken in:
visual line of sight,
visual meteorological conditions (VMC)
Day Visual Flight Rules
Performance may be demonstrated in:
single engine aircraft
multi engine aircraft
variable air traffic conditions
variable weather conditions
variable ground traffic conditions
abnormal situations
Aircraft may include:
remotely piloted aircraft/unmanned aircraft
Crew may include:
remote pilot
observer
Instruments may be:
fitted flight instruments
head up displays
Limitations may be imposed by:
local noise abatement requirements and curfews
Classes of airspace may be:
in Class G airspace as designated by the regulator and may be in:
restricted and danger areas
military control zones
Surfaces may include:
sealed
gravel
grass
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 the control of RPA on the ground including Day Visual Flight Rules (Day VFR)
in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)
Manual of Standards - Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)
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 WHS/OHS legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection 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:
Manual of Standards
relevant Defence documentation such as:
Defence Orders and Instructions
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 competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
risk management
human factors
safety management systems and:
required 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 time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
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
Practical assessment must occur in a:
real or appropriately simulated environment.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
knowledge and performance questions and direct observation.
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWO90 AVIY3073 Control remote pilot aircraft systems on the ground Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J723 AVI30813 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot - Visual Line of Sight) Qualification