Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a helicopter during external load operations including preparation and planning, pre/post briefing, external load and abnormal operations. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and/or ADF; airspace control requirements and Day Visual Flight Rules (Day VFR), Night VFR; and aircraft control principles, regulations, safety codes, protocols and procedures required when operating a helicopter at low level and piloting a helicopter during external load operations. Use for ADF Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders and Instructions and applicable CASA compliance. Operations are conducted as part of commercial or military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry. Work is performed under limited supervision. This unit of competency is nominally packaged a Certificate IV. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare and rig a sling load |
1.1 Tasking requirements are identified 1.2 External load is secured, stabilised and rigged in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook |
2 Plan external load operations |
2.1 External load procedure, equipment and personnel required for task are determined 2.2 Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for external load operations 2.3 Outbound and return flight routes are planned 2.4 Secure and stable load preparations are arranged 2.5 Load lifting equipment strength and suitability are assessed |
3 Conduct pre-flight briefings for external load operations |
3.1 Requirements of the load task are explained and confirmed 3.2 Personnel responsible for inspecting the load lifting equipment for serviceability and security are identified 3.3 Communication and hook-up procedure is explained 3.4 Hook-up person and hook-up procedure is specified 3.5 Departure, transit, approach, termination and load release procedures are explained 3.6 Emergency procedures are explained and confirmed 3.7 Pilot vertical reference (long line) procedure is explained if applicable 3.8 Crew and ground loadmaster are briefed on all aspects of the load lifting task 3.9 Seating is adjusted to ensure full exercise of the flight controls and the ability to scan the instrument panel 3.10 Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for operations 3.11 The removal of doors and the security of internal equipment is arranged as required |
4 Operate the helicopter during external load operations |
4.1 Functional and safety checks on role equipment are performed, and defects are reported 4.2 Fuel and cargo load combinations to achieve task are calculated 4.3 Adequacy of power margin and directional control are determined 4.4 Stable hover over the load during hook-up/delivery procedures is maintained 4.5 External load is lifted and transported to a separate location and placed at a specified position 4.6 Load is monitored and appropriate actions are taken to ensure load security and stability during flight 4.7 Excessive load swing during transit is avoided |
5 Manage abnormal and emergency situations during external load operations |
5.1 Helicopter control is maintained 5.2 Abnormal or emergency situations are identified and managed in accordance with workplace procedures and Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook 5.3 Load is jettisoned when appropriate |
6 Conduct post-flight activities for external load operations |
6.1 Operating procedures and outcomes of the flight are reviewed and analysed 6.2 Effectiveness, efficiency and performance of equipment is analysed and reported 6.3 Inspection, servicing and stowage of equipment is organised |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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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. |
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Range Statement
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
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Tasks may be undertaken in: |
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Performance may be demonstrated in: |
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Performance may be demonstrated on a helicopter with: |
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Night VFR environment may include: |
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Crew may include: |
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Load lifting may be carried out: |
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Checklists may include: |
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Operational hazards during low level operations may include: |
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Guidance during low level operations may be provided by: |
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Load lifting equipment may include: |
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Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include: |
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Applicable regulations and legislation may include: |
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Performance includes tolerances specified in either of: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency Field |
Y - Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |