Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

AVIY3077 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage remote pilot aircraft systems in abnormal flight situations

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency AVIY3077 - Manage remote pilot aircraft systems in abnormal flight situations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage remote pilot aircraft systems (RPAS) in abnormal flight situations, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and national operating standards.It includes managing loss of thrust after take-off, performing forced recovery following loss of thrust, and recognising and recovering from stall. It also includes recognising and recovering from an incipient spin, conducting precautionary search and recovery, and managing RPAS abnormal and emergency situations.This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft 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.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

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.
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
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Manage loss of thrust after take-off
  • Loss of thrust is identified as an abnormal situation
  • RPAS is controlled at all times in accordance with workplace procedures
  • Immediate recovery actions are performed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM) and pilot’s operating handbook (POH)
  • A recovery area within gliding distance is selected, and emergency procedures are performed in accordance with AFM/POH
  • Appropriate flight profile is flown to enable controlled recovery
  • Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Perform forced recovery following loss of thrust
  • Control of RPAS is maintained at all times
  • Immediate actions are performed in accordance with AFM/POH
  • A recovery area within gliding distance is selected and RPAS is manoeuvred to nominated recovery area as required
  • Consideration is given to restarting the engine and engine is restarted as required
  • Flight profile is flown from that a controlled recovery can be achieved
  • Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures
       
Element: Recognise and recover from stall
  • Stall signs and symptoms are recognised
  • Height loss, consistent with RPAS type, is identified
  • RPAS altitude and power settings are adjusted to resume normal flight on advent of stall
       
Element: Recognise and recover from an incipient spin
  • Incipient spin signs and symptoms are recognised
  • Recovery at incipient spin stage is performed and controlled flight is resumed
  • Recovery at incipient spin stage during a turn is performed and controlled flight is resumed
       
Element: Conduct precautionary search and recovery
  • Search and recovery intentions are communicated to RPAS crew
  • Aircraft is configured for appropriate inspection flight profile
  • Recovery area is selected and inspected for suitability of safe approach, recovery distance, surface and obstacle clearance
       
Element: Manage RPAS abnormal and emergency situations
  • Abnormal and emergency situations are identified, and managed in accordance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Appropriate emergency procedures are followed in accordance with AFM/POH and published procedures while maintaining control of the RPAS
  • Control of RPAS is maintained at all times
       


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

Manage loss of thrust after take-off

1.1

Loss of thrust is identified as an abnormal situation

1.2

RPAS is controlled at all times in accordance with workplace procedures

1.3

Immediate recovery actions are performed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM) and pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

1.4

A recovery area within gliding distance is selected, and emergency procedures are performed in accordance with AFM/POH

1.5

Appropriate flight profile is flown to enable controlled recovery

1.6

Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures

2

Perform forced recovery following loss of thrust

2.1

Control of RPAS is maintained at all times

2.2

Immediate actions are performed in accordance with AFM/POH

2.3

A recovery area within gliding distance is selected and RPAS is manoeuvred to nominated recovery area as required

2.4

Consideration is given to restarting the engine and engine is restarted as required

2.5

Flight profile is flown from that a controlled recovery can be achieved

2.6

Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures

3

Recognise and recover from stall

3.1

Stall signs and symptoms are recognised

3.2

Height loss, consistent with RPAS type, is identified

3.3

RPAS altitude and power settings are adjusted to resume normal flight on advent of stall

4

Recognise and recover from an incipient spin

4.1

Incipient spin signs and symptoms are recognised

4.2

Recovery at incipient spin stage is performed and controlled flight is resumed

4.3

Recovery at incipient spin stage during a turn is performed and controlled flight is resumed

5

Conduct precautionary search and recovery

5.1

Search and recovery intentions are communicated to RPAS crew

5.2

Aircraft is configured for appropriate inspection flight profile

5.3

Recovery area is selected and inspected for suitability of safe approach, recovery distance, surface and obstacle clearance

6

Manage RPAS abnormal and emergency situations

6.1

Abnormal and emergency situations are identified, and managed in accordance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements

6.2

Appropriate emergency procedures are followed in accordance with AFM/POH and published procedures while maintaining control of the RPAS

6.3

Control of RPAS is maintained at all times

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions 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 when managing abnormal remote pilot aircraft system (RPAS) flight situations including using a radio

compensating for the secondary effects of controls

completing relevant documentation

ensuring compliance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements

identifying and correctly using relevant equipment

identifying symptoms of incipient and developed stalls

implementing contingency plans

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

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising workload

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

operating the RPAS within its limitations

performing various functions simultaneously as required

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

recognising situations that may require a precautionary recovery

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

selecting and using relevant equipment

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

using instruments and displays to monitor RPAS performance

working collaboratively with others when managing abnormal RPAS flight situations including using a radio

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 range of conditions and include knowledge of:

action plan to be used in an engine failure in flight, other than after launch

action planning processes

action required to recover from a stall during a turn

actions required to recover from an incipient spin (wing drop at point of stall)

actions to be conducted following a forced recovery

aeronautical decision-making processes

all applicable checklist items

causes of stalling

controllability checks and external inspection procedures

difference between a spin and spiral dive

ditching procedures as specified in the AFM/POH or company operations manual

effective communication

effects of a partial engine failure on RPA performance with respect to straight and level flight and turning while maintaining level flight

emergency radio procedures

engine failure emergency procedures

error management, including error types, causes and consequences

factors affecting a stall

factors to be considered when deciding whether to recover immediately or proceed to a more suitable recovery area after a partial engine failure

fatigue risk management

functions and effects of all RPAS flight controls

hazards associated with flying operations at low level

hazards associated with turning an RPA at slow speed using large angles of bank while maintaining level flight following a partial engine failure after launch

height loss while gliding including minimum height to achieve safe turns towards selected recovery area

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

in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

potential dangers of unbalanced flight at slow speed

practical action plans for engine failure after launch

principles of aerodynamics

recovery techniques

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Regulations and Orders pertaining to abnormal flight situations

spin entry and recovery techniques

stress, workload and time pressure management

symptoms of the approach to the stall and the stall

WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations.

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

Manage loss of thrust after take-off

1.1

Loss of thrust is identified as an abnormal situation

1.2

RPAS is controlled at all times in accordance with workplace procedures

1.3

Immediate recovery actions are performed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM) and pilot’s operating handbook (POH)

1.4

A recovery area within gliding distance is selected, and emergency procedures are performed in accordance with AFM/POH

1.5

Appropriate flight profile is flown to enable controlled recovery

1.6

Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures

2

Perform forced recovery following loss of thrust

2.1

Control of RPAS is maintained at all times

2.2

Immediate actions are performed in accordance with AFM/POH

2.3

A recovery area within gliding distance is selected and RPAS is manoeuvred to nominated recovery area as required

2.4

Consideration is given to restarting the engine and engine is restarted as required

2.5

Flight profile is flown from that a controlled recovery can be achieved

2.6

Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures

3

Recognise and recover from stall

3.1

Stall signs and symptoms are recognised

3.2

Height loss, consistent with RPAS type, is identified

3.3

RPAS altitude and power settings are adjusted to resume normal flight on advent of stall

4

Recognise and recover from an incipient spin

4.1

Incipient spin signs and symptoms are recognised

4.2

Recovery at incipient spin stage is performed and controlled flight is resumed

4.3

Recovery at incipient spin stage during a turn is performed and controlled flight is resumed

5

Conduct precautionary search and recovery

5.1

Search and recovery intentions are communicated to RPAS crew

5.2

Aircraft is configured for appropriate inspection flight profile

5.3

Recovery area is selected and inspected for suitability of safe approach, recovery distance, surface and obstacle clearance

6

Manage RPAS abnormal and emergency situations

6.1

Abnormal and emergency situations are identified, and managed in accordance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements

6.2

Appropriate emergency procedures are followed in accordance with AFM/POH and published procedures while maintaining control of the RPAS

6.3

Control of RPAS is maintained at all times

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

Abnormal situations must include one or more of the following:

engine failure at take-off

engine failure during flight

forced landing

incipient spin

RPAS abnormal operational situations involving equipment, instruments, control, airframe, fire or other emergency stall

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
Loss of thrust is identified as an abnormal situation 
RPAS is controlled at all times in accordance with workplace procedures 
Immediate recovery actions are performed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM) and pilot’s operating handbook (POH) 
A recovery area within gliding distance is selected, and emergency procedures are performed in accordance with AFM/POH 
Appropriate flight profile is flown to enable controlled recovery 
Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures 
Control of RPAS is maintained at all times 
Immediate actions are performed in accordance with AFM/POH 
A recovery area within gliding distance is selected and RPAS is manoeuvred to nominated recovery area as required 
Consideration is given to restarting the engine and engine is restarted as required 
Flight profile is flown from that a controlled recovery can be achieved 
Controlled recovery is achieved in accordance with workplace procedures 
Stall signs and symptoms are recognised 
Height loss, consistent with RPAS type, is identified 
RPAS altitude and power settings are adjusted to resume normal flight on advent of stall 
Incipient spin signs and symptoms are recognised 
Recovery at incipient spin stage is performed and controlled flight is resumed 
Recovery at incipient spin stage during a turn is performed and controlled flight is resumed 
Search and recovery intentions are communicated to RPAS crew 
Aircraft is configured for appropriate inspection flight profile 
Recovery area is selected and inspected for suitability of safe approach, recovery distance, surface and obstacle clearance 
Abnormal and emergency situations are identified, and managed in accordance with relevant emergency procedures and regulatory requirements 
Appropriate emergency procedures are followed in accordance with AFM/POH and published procedures while maintaining control of the RPAS 
Control of RPAS is maintained at all times 

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