Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
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. |
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, Instrument Flight Rules (IFR); and aircraft control principles, regulations, safety codes, protocols and procedures required when operating a multi-engine helicopter. 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 at Diploma. |
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 Operate 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 |
2 Manage 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 |
3 Perform 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 |
4 Conduct 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 |
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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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 |