This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
Required knowledge: |
Relevant sections of Civil Aviation Regulations and Orders pertaining to abnormal flight situations |
In Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions |
Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations |
Principles of aerodynamics |
Functions and effects of all aircraft controls |
Controllability checks and external inspection procedures |
Engine failure emergency procedures |
Explain the effects of a partial engine failure on aircraft performance with respect to straight and level flight and turning while maintaining level flight |
Describe the hazards associated with turning an aircraft at slow speed using large angles of bank while maintaining level flight following a partial engine failure after take-off |
Explain what factors should be considered when deciding whether to land immediately or proceed to a more suitable landing area after a partial engine failure |
Practical action plans for use in the event of an engine failure after take-off |
A plan of action to be used in the event of an engine failure in flight, other than after take-off |
Factors affecting a stall |
Symptoms of the approach to the stall and the stall |
Causes of stalling |
Recovery techniques |
The potential dangers of unbalanced flight at slow speed |
Actions required to recover from an incipient spin (wing drop at point of stall) |
Action required to recover from a stall during a turn |
Spin entry and recovery techniques |
The difference between a spin and spiral dive |
Symmetrical and rolling g limitations |
Procedures to be followed to recover from a stall |
Procedures to be followed to recover from an incipient spin |
Height loss whilst gliding including minimum height to achieve safe turns towards selected landing area |
Action planning processes |
All applicable checklist items |
Emergency radio procedures |
Actions to be conducted following a forced landing |
Poor visibility configuration |
Hazards associated with flying operations at low level |
Ditching procedures when specified in the Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) or company operations manual |
Required skills: |
Operate the aircraft within its limitations, achieving optimum performance |
Compensate for the secondary effects of controls |
Identify symptoms of incipient and developed stalls |
Recognise situations which may require a precautionary landing |
Perform various functions simultaneously as required |
Ensure compliance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements |
Select and use relevant equipment in abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Use instruments to monitor aircraft performance |
Communicate effectively with others when managing abnormal aircraft flight situations including radio use |
Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to managing abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise workload |
Complete documentation related to abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol |
Work collaboratively with others when managing abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others |
Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may occur when managing abnormal aircraft flight situations in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures |
Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when managing abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during abnormal aircraft flight situations |
Monitor and anticipate operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action |
Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule |
Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, situations and environments |
Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment |
Adapt to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures |
Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards |
Implement OH&S procedures and relevant regulations |
Identify and correctly use equipment required to manage abnormal aircraft flight situations |