Unit of competency Outline
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Control aeroplane in normal flight
Control aeroplane in normal flight
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIY4003B
AVIY4003B
State Code
WB841
WB841
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2013
Field of Education
031505 - Aircraft Operation
Original Release Date
21/03/2013
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control an aeroplane in normal flight, including climbing an aeroplane, maintaining straight and level flight, descending an aeroplane, turning an aeroplane, controlling an aeroplane at slow speed, and performing circuits and approaches. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Climb aeroplane
- 1.1 Adjustments are made to attitude and power to achieve an increase of altitude at normal, maximum rate (VY), maximum angle (VX) and cruise conditions of flight during straight and turning manoeuvres
- 1.2 Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
- 1.3 Aeroplane is levelled off from climb at nominated altitude using standard aeroplane procedures
- 1.4 Flightpath clearance is ensured
- 1.5 Climb checks are completed
- 1.6 Air traffic control altitude restrictions are observed
2Maintain straight and level flight
- 2.1 Power, attitude and configuration are set to achieve straight and level flight
- 2.2 Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
- 2.3 Altitude and heading are maintained within tolerances
- 2.4 Flightpath clearance is ensured
3Descend aeroplane
- 3.1 Power, attitude and configuration are set to achieve descent during glide, power assisted flight and approach profiles
- 3.2 Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
- 3.3 Aeroplane is levelled from a descent at a nominated altitude
- 3.4 Flightpath clearance is ensured
- 3.5 Air traffic control altitude restrictions are observed
- 3.6 Aeroplane does not exceed operating limits during descent
- 3.7 Effects of undercarriage and flaps are managed
- 3.8 Descent checks are completed
4Turn aeroplane
- 4.1 'Airspace cleared' procedure is carried out
- 4.2 Heading is altered in balanced flight during level, climbing, descending and gliding manoeuvres and turns are performed at varying rates to achieve specified tracks
- 4.3 Turn on to nominated heading or geographical feature is achieved
- 4.4 Aeroplane does not exceed operating limits during turns
5Control aeroplane at slow speed
- 5.1 Pre-manoeuvre checks are completed in accordance with operating procedures
- 5.2 Aeroplane is flown at minimum clean approach speed and at minimum landing configuration approach speed as specified in Flight Manual/POH in balanced flight
- 5.3 Height awareness is maintained during slow speed flight
- 5.4 Recovery to cruise speed is achieved whilst maintaining height
6Perform circuits and approaches
- 6.1 Traffic patterns are conducted in accordance with AIP procedures appropriate to the aeroplane type with allowance for wind velocity on all legs of the circuit
- 6.2 All checklists are completed and radiotelephone procedures followed
- 6.3 The approach path is appropriately intercepted and maintained in a manner applicable to the aeroplane type, whilst remaining clear of other traffic
- 6.4 Traffic conflict or adverse flight conditions are recognised when they arise and a go-around is performed from any position in the traffic pattern
- 6.5 Right of way rules are applied and complied with
- 6.6 Radio listening watch is maintained in accordance with established procedures
- 6.7 Aeroplane is configured for landing
7Comply with airspace requirements
- 7.1 While aeroplane is maintained within a specified area, compliance is maintained with air traffic requirements and controlled or restricted airspace conditions or limitations
- 7.2 Appropriate reactions are made to factors which may affect the safe progress of the flight
- 7.3 Awareness of aeroplane position is maintained using charts and geographical features
- 7.4 Radio listening watch is maintained in accordance with established procedures
- 7.5 Weather conditions are monitored and an appropriate action is taken
- 7.6 Local and published noise abatement requirements and curfews are observed
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
Performance may be demonstrated in:
single engine aeroplane
multi engine aeroplane
variable air traffic conditions
variable flight situations
abnormal situations
classes of airspace as designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Performance may be demonstrated on an aeroplane with:
fully functioning dual controls
an electronic intercom system
dual control brakes
(if propeller-driven) a constant speed propeller
a cruise speed of at least 120 kts TAS at cruise power
a suitable means of simulating instrument flight conditions
Aeroplane may include:
fixed wing
other commercial or military aircraft
Crew may include:
single pilot
multi crew
Instruments may be:
fitted flight instruments
head up displays
Limitations may be imposed by:
local noise abatement requirements and curfews
Classes of airspace are:
those designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Runways may include:
sealed
gravel
grass
Turns may include:
level
climbing
descending
Checklists may include:
climb
cruise
approach
descent
pre-landing
final
Circuit height may include:
standard
low-level
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
Procedures maintaining compliance with airspace requirements are:
geographical limits of the flight area is demonstrated on a chart
prominent geographical features are identified using a chart
the limits of the flight area are identified on the ground
the position of controlled airspace is determined using a chart and geographical features
restricted areas are identified using a chart and geographical features
departure from the circuit area and transition to the flight area is completed without incident
departure from the flight area and transition to the circuit area is completed without incident
Information/documents may include:
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders 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)
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)
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 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:
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
Performance may be demonstrated in:
single engine aeroplane
multi engine aeroplane
variable air traffic conditions
variable flight situations
abnormal situations
classes of airspace as designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Performance may be demonstrated on an aeroplane with:
fully functioning dual controls
an electronic intercom system
dual control brakes
(if propeller-driven) a constant speed propeller
a cruise speed of at least 120 kts TAS at cruise power
a suitable means of simulating instrument flight conditions
Aeroplane may include:
fixed wing
other commercial or military aircraft
Crew may include:
single pilot
multi crew
Instruments may be:
fitted flight instruments
head up displays
Limitations may be imposed by:
local noise abatement requirements and curfews
Classes of airspace are:
those designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Runways may include:
sealed
gravel
grass
Turns may include:
level
climbing
descending
Checklists may include:
climb
cruise
approach
descent
pre-landing
final
Circuit height may include:
standard
low-level
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
Procedures maintaining compliance with airspace requirements are:
geographical limits of the flight area is demonstrated on a chart
prominent geographical features are identified using a chart
the limits of the flight area are identified on the ground
the position of controlled airspace is determined using a chart and geographical features
restricted areas are identified using a chart and geographical features
departure from the circuit area and transition to the flight area is completed without incident
departure from the flight area and transition to the circuit area is completed without incident
Information/documents may include:
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders 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)
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)
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 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:
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
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S6818 | AVI4Y308B | Control aeroplane in normal flight | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVX62 | AVIY4003 | Control aeroplane in normal flight | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S630 | AVI40108 | Certificate IV in Aviation (Commercial Pilot Aeroplane Licence) | Qualification |