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AVIY4001
Control aeroplane on the ground

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control an aeroplane on the ground, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and national operating standards.

It includes starting and stopping an aeroplane engine, and taxiing an aeroplane.

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

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 and stop 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

Engine is started and shut down in accordance with AFM/POH

1.3

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

1.4

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

1.5

Manufacturer limitations are complied with and deviations are reported as required

1.6

Aeroplane is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine

2

Taxi aeroplane

2.1

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

2.2

Aeroplane control and safe taxi speed is maintained in accordance with prevailing aerodrome, traffic, surface and weather conditions

2.3

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

2.4

Instrument checks are conducted and altimeter settings are adjusted to confirm serviceability prior to aircraft departure

2.5

Engine handling and braking on the ground is in accordance with AFM/POH

2.6

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

2.7

Lookout is maintained and right-of-way rules are adhered to while complying with applicable air traffic control (ATC) or marshalling instructions

2.8

Adverse effect of propeller slipstream or jet wash on other aeroplanes, aerodrome facilities and personnel is avoided

2.9

Taxi path is inspected when surface conditions are obscured

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 aeroplane aeronautical knowledge

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others when controlling an aeroplane on the ground

completing relevant documentation

complying with regulatory requirements and local air traffic control instructions

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

controlling and managing engine start and shut-down emergencies

identifying and correctly using required equipment

identifying suitable parking areas

implementing contingency plans

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

interpreting airfield diagrams

interpreting and communicating operational information

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

interpreting marshalling signals

manoeuvring aeroplane 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

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

selecting and using relevant equipment including throttle, steering and brakes

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

starting and stopping aeroplane engines

taking appropriate actions in a brake, tyre or steering failure

taxiing aeroplanes within controlled or uncontrolled aerodrome environments

using instruments to monitor aeroplane 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 and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

aerodrome markings, lighting and marshalling signals

aeroplane type recognition

aircraft weight and balance and how to calculate the aircraft centre of gravity

carburettor icing

care of propellers

CASR Part 61 Manual of Standards Schedule 3 Aeronautical Knowledge relevant to aeroplane operations

cause and effect of fuel vaporisation

contents of the AFM and POH for the aircraft being flown

day visual flight rules (VFR)

differences between normally aspirated and fuel-injected systems

environmental conditions that represent visual meteorological conditions (VMC)

in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

local air traffic control procedures

meaning and interpretation of:

light and marshalling signals

aerodrome markings, signals and local procedures

on-ground control procedures including pre-start checks, clearing propellers, use of filtered air, hot and cold engine start, after-start checks, pre-shutdown checks, actions in a brake or tyre failure, aeroplane emergency management, and engine hand-start procedures

propeller wash, rotor wash and jet blast and how they affect other aircraft

relevant aeroplane/equipment characteristics including starter system limitations, fuel system including cause and effect of fuel vaporisation, and aeroplane braking and steering systems

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

relevant sections of the aeronautical information package (AIP)

relevant sections of the relevant AFM/POH

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

typical aircraft performance characteristics of single-engine aeroplanes and the effects of local weather conditions on performance

typical single-engine aeroplane aircraft systems.

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Start and stop 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

Engine is started and shut down in accordance with AFM/POH

1.3

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

1.4

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

1.5

Manufacturer limitations are complied with and deviations are reported as required

1.6

Aeroplane is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine

2

Taxi aeroplane

2.1

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

2.2

Aeroplane control and safe taxi speed is maintained in accordance with prevailing aerodrome, traffic, surface and weather conditions

2.3

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

2.4

Instrument checks are conducted and altimeter settings are adjusted to confirm serviceability prior to aircraft departure

2.5

Engine handling and braking on the ground is in accordance with AFM/POH

2.6

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

2.7

Lookout is maintained and right-of-way rules are adhered to while complying with applicable air traffic control (ATC) or marshalling instructions

2.8

Adverse effect of propeller slipstream or jet wash on other aeroplanes, aerodrome facilities and personnel is avoided

2.9

Taxi path is inspected when surface conditions are obscured

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 aeroplane aeronautical knowledge

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others when controlling an aeroplane on the ground

completing relevant documentation

complying with regulatory requirements and local air traffic control instructions

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

controlling and managing engine start and shut-down emergencies

identifying and correctly using required equipment

identifying suitable parking areas

implementing contingency plans

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

interpreting airfield diagrams

interpreting and communicating operational information

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

interpreting marshalling signals

manoeuvring aeroplane 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

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

selecting and using relevant equipment including throttle, steering and brakes

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

starting and stopping aeroplane engines

taking appropriate actions in a brake, tyre or steering failure

taxiing aeroplanes within controlled or uncontrolled aerodrome environments

using instruments to monitor aeroplane 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 and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

aerodrome markings, lighting and marshalling signals

aeroplane type recognition

aircraft weight and balance and how to calculate the aircraft centre of gravity

carburettor icing

care of propellers

CASR Part 61 Manual of Standards Schedule 3 Aeronautical Knowledge relevant to aeroplane operations

cause and effect of fuel vaporisation

contents of the AFM and POH for the aircraft being flown

day visual flight rules (VFR)

differences between normally aspirated and fuel-injected systems

environmental conditions that represent visual meteorological conditions (VMC)

in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

local air traffic control procedures

meaning and interpretation of:

light and marshalling signals

aerodrome markings, signals and local procedures

on-ground control procedures including pre-start checks, clearing propellers, use of filtered air, hot and cold engine start, after-start checks, pre-shutdown checks, actions in a brake or tyre failure, aeroplane emergency management, and engine hand-start procedures

propeller wash, rotor wash and jet blast and how they affect other aircraft

relevant aeroplane/equipment characteristics including starter system limitations, fuel system including cause and effect of fuel vaporisation, and aeroplane braking and steering systems

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

relevant sections of the aeronautical information package (AIP)

relevant sections of the relevant AFM/POH

relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

typical aircraft performance characteristics of single-engine aeroplanes and the effects of local weather conditions on performance

typical single-engine aeroplane aircraft systems.

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
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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