Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the AVI Aviation Training Package. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate at non-towered aerodromes in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards. It includes conducting pre-flight preparations; taxiing aircraft; and applying aircraft departure, arrival and landing procedures. This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft operational duties that complement flight crew non-technical skills and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments. Operations are conducted as part of recreational, commercial and military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry. Work is performed independently or under limited supervision within a single-pilot or multi-crew environment. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit. |
Pre-requisite Unit
Not applicable. |
Competency Field
Y – Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |
Unit Sector
Not applicable. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Conduct pre-flight preparations |
1.1 |
Relevant non-towered aerodrome operational information is extracted from authorised sources |
1.2 |
Information is interpreted to determine appropriate departure, arrival and landing requirements |
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1.3 |
Special aerodrome procedures are identified as required |
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1.4 |
Weather forecasts and local observations are checked for operating validity for flight planned duration |
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1.5 |
Relevant radio and navigation aid frequencies are identified for use during all flight modes |
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2 |
Taxi aircraft at a non-towered aerodrome or landing area |
2.1 |
Non-towered aerodrome or landing area charts are used |
2.2 |
Local or area barometric pressure adjusted for sea level (QNH) is set |
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2.3 |
Operating intentions are broadcast via radio telecommunications on appropriate frequency |
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2.4 |
Local and area traffic information is obtained and interpreted |
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2.5 |
Aircraft separation and lookout is maintained for other aircraft and for other aerodrome obstructions or hazards |
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2.6 |
Appropriate aircraft lighting is selected during aircraft taxi |
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2.7 |
Aerodrome ground markings are identified and appropriate action taken during aircraft taxi |
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2.8 |
Aircraft is taxied or air transited to runway holding point |
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3 |
Perform aircraft departure |
3.1 |
Runway approaches are checked and cleared in all directions prior to entering runway |
3.2 |
Aircraft transponder code and appropriate mode are selected |
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3.3 |
Aircraft position and operating intentions are broadcast on appropriate frequencies |
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3.4 |
Aircraft separation is maintained during aircraft departure sequence |
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3.5 |
Air service provider is advised of departure details as required |
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4 |
Perform arrival and landing |
4.1 |
Relevant non-towered aerodrome operational information is extracted from authorised sources prior to entering circuit area |
4.2 |
Local or area barometric pressure adjusted for sea level (QNH) is set |
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4.3 |
Aircraft position and operating intentions are broadcast on appropriate frequencies |
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4.4 |
Aircraft separation and tracking tolerances are maintained |
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4.5 |
Wind velocity and direction is assessed to determine appropriate circuit and landing direction |
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4.6 |
Non-towered aerodrome runway or landing areas are confirmed as serviceable for landing sequence |
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4.7 |
Runway areas and landing areas are checked and confirmed to be clear of landing obstacles and hazards |
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4.8 |
Aircraft arrival sequence is conducted in accordance with manufacturer and organisational operating procedures |
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4.9 |
Aircraft is landed and cleared from runway and landing areas |
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4.10 |
Air service provider is advised of landing details as required |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. |
Range of Conditions
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. |
Unit Mapping Information
This unit replaces and is equivalent to AVIY0004 Operate at non-towered aerodromes. |
Links
AVI Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide available on VET Net: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=4725260a-0af3-4daf-912b-ef1c2f3e5816