Assessor Resource

AVIY3073
Control remote pilot aircraft systems on the ground

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) on the ground.

It includes starting an engine, taxiing and/or positioning the RPAS, and performing an RPAS shutdown.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to RPAS operational duties of flight crew and ground personnel, 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 RPAS environment.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

Use for Defence Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders, Instructions, Publications and Regulations.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Start engine

1.1

Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

1.2

RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine

1.3

Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required

1.4

Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH

1.5

Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements

2

Taxi and/or position RPA

2.1

Automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports and taxi clearance are obtained as required

2.2

RPAS is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions

2.3

Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability

2.4

Handling and braking on ground is in accordance with AFM/POH

2.5

Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators are interpreted and complied with as required

2.6

Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with as required

2.7

Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel is avoided

2.8

Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured as required

2.9

RPAS (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions

3

Perform RPA shutdown

3.1

Pre-and post shutdown checks are completed in accordance with AFM/POH

3.2

Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH

3.3

Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

adapting to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures

applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

complying with regulatory requirements and local air traffic control instructions

controlling and managing RPAS taxi emergencies

controlling remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) on the ground in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

identifying and correctly using relevant equipment

implementing contingency plans

implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations

interpreting and communicating operational information

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

manoeuvring RPAS on the ground without incident

modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, situations and environments

monitoring and anticipating operational problems and hazards and taking appropriate action

monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule

operating electronic communications equipment to required protocol

performing various on-ground functions simultaneously as required

reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

responding appropriately to cultural preferences

selecting and using relevant equipment

selecting and using required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and WHS/OHS standards

using instruments to monitor aircraft taxi performance

working collaboratively with others

working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and include knowledge of:

aeronautical decision making processes

airfield markings, indicators and lights

automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports

effective communication

error management, including error types, causes and consequences

fatigue risk management

human performance and its limitations, including the senses, memory and situational awareness

in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

on-ground control procedures

relevant aircraft/equipment type characteristics

relevant sections of AFM/POH

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

stress, workload and time pressure management

taxi clearance information

weather information.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Start engine

1.1

Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

1.2

RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine

1.3

Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required

1.4

Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH

1.5

Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements

2

Taxi and/or position RPA

2.1

Automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports and taxi clearance are obtained as required

2.2

RPAS is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions

2.3

Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability

2.4

Handling and braking on ground is in accordance with AFM/POH

2.5

Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators are interpreted and complied with as required

2.6

Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with as required

2.7

Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel is avoided

2.8

Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured as required

2.9

RPAS (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions

3

Perform RPA shutdown

3.1

Pre-and post shutdown checks are completed in accordance with AFM/POH

3.2

Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH

3.3

Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

adapting to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures

applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

complying with regulatory requirements and local air traffic control instructions

controlling and managing RPAS taxi emergencies

controlling remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) on the ground in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

identifying and correctly using relevant equipment

implementing contingency plans

implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations

interpreting and communicating operational information

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

manoeuvring RPAS on the ground without incident

modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, situations and environments

monitoring and anticipating operational problems and hazards and taking appropriate action

monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule

operating electronic communications equipment to required protocol

performing various on-ground functions simultaneously as required

reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

responding appropriately to cultural preferences

selecting and using relevant equipment

selecting and using required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and WHS/OHS standards

using instruments to monitor aircraft taxi performance

working collaboratively with others

working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and include knowledge of:

aeronautical decision making processes

airfield markings, indicators and lights

automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports

effective communication

error management, including error types, causes and consequences

fatigue risk management

human performance and its limitations, including the senses, memory and situational awareness

in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

on-ground control procedures

relevant aircraft/equipment type characteristics

relevant sections of AFM/POH

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

stress, workload and time pressure management

taxi clearance information

weather information.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

acceptable means of simulation assessment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH) 
RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine 
Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required 
Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH 
Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements 
Automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports and taxi clearance are obtained as required 
RPAS is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions 
Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability 
Handling and braking on ground is in accordance with AFM/POH 
Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators are interpreted and complied with as required 
Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with as required 
Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel is avoided 
Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured as required 
RPAS (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions 
Pre-and post shutdown checks are completed in accordance with AFM/POH 
Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH 
Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures 

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