Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
AVIY0052 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Control remote pilot aircraft systems on the ground
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
Qualification | - |
Unit of Competency | AVIY0052 - Control remote pilot aircraft systems on the ground |
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Description | |||
Employability Skills | |||
Learning Outcomes and Application | This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) on the ground in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.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. | ||
Duration and Setting | X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting. |
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Prerequisites/co-requisites | |||
Competency Field | Y – Aircraft Operation and Traffic Management |
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners | Student Learning Resources | Handouts Activities |
Slides PPT |
Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 | Assessment 3 | Assessment 4 | |
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Elements of Competency | Performance Criteria | |||||||
Element: Start engine |
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Element: Perform RPAS shutdown |
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Element: RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine | ||||||||
Element: Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required | ||||||||
Element: Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH | ||||||||
Element: Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements | ||||||||
Element: Taxi and/or position RPAS |
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Element: RPAS is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions | ||||||||
Element: Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability | ||||||||
Element: Handling and braking on ground is in accordance with AFM/POH | ||||||||
Element: Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators are interpreted and complied with as required | ||||||||
Element: Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with as required | ||||||||
Element: Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel are avoided | ||||||||
Element: Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured as required | ||||||||
Element: RPAS (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions |
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Element: Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH | ||||||||
Element: Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures |