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

AVIY4012B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Control helicopter in hovering flight

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency AVIY4012B - Control helicopter in hovering flight
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to control a helicopter in hovering flight, including lifting off, hovering a helicopter, performing hovering checks; hovering a helicopter in cross and tail winds; performing spot/pedal turns; conducting turns around nose and tail; and performing sidewards and backwards flight. It also includes landing from the hover, managing a mislanding, and aborting a lift off. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and/or ADF; airspace control requirements and Day Visual Flight Rules (Day VFR); and aircraft control principles, regulations, safety codes, protocols and procedures required when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight.Use for ADF Aviation is to be in accordance with relevant Defence Orders and Instructions and applicable CASA compliance.Operations are conducted as part of commercial or military aircraft activities across a variety of operational contexts within the Australian aviation industry.Work is performed under limited supervision.This unit is nominally packaged a Certificate IV.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
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: Lift off, hover helicopter and perform hover checks
  • Pre-take-off checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements
  • Helicopter is established in hovering flight over a hover point
  • Hover checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements
  • Helicopter is maintained in flight and kept over a nominated hover point at a nominated height and heading
  • Helicopter remains clear of the 'avoid' area of the manufacturers height-velocity diagram where possible
  • Coordinated corrective action is used to counter the effects of wind gusts
  • Implications of unfavourable weather are assessed and appropriate compensation is made
  • Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions
  • Adverse effect of rotor wash is avoided
  • Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility or terrain
       
Element: Hover helicopter in cross and tail winds
  • Helicopter is maintained in flight remaining over a nominated hover point at a nominated height and heading in cross and tail winds
  • Coordinated corrective action is used to control the effects of wind gusts
       
Element: Perform spot/pedal turns
  • Helicopter is turned around the mast while maintaining a constant height and specified rate of turn over the hover point
  • Controlled corrective action is used to control the effects of wind gusts
  • Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground
  • Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain
       
Element: Perform turns around nose and tail
  • Helicopter is turned around a nominated point on or forward of the nose or on or aft of the tail of the helicopter while maintaining a constant height and specified rate of movement around the point
  • Controlled corrective action is taken to counter the effects of wind gusts
  • Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground during turning manoeuvres
  • Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain
       
Element: Perform sidewards and backwards flight
  • Helicopter is transitioned from static hover to sideways and rearward flight in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements
  • Transition from static hover to sideways and rearward flight is terminated over a nominated hover point
  • Lookout is maintained in direction of flight using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain
  • Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground during sidewards and backwards flight manoeuvres
  • Rearward movement is only conducted after visually checking behind helicopter, and height is adjusted as required
       
Element: Land from the hover
  • Helicopter is lowered on to a nominated point from hovering flight without longitudinal, lateral, yawing or rolling movements and without harshness
  • Confirmation is made that the helicopter is securely on the ground prior to lowering collective fully
  • After-landing checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements
       
Element: Manage a mishandled landing
  • Appropriate action is taken to identify when an adverse landing situation has developed
  • A decision to achieve a stabilised position is implemented
  • Situation is re-evaluated and the landing is continued if appropriate
  • In situations where it is considered inappropriate to continue the landing, the helicopter is lifted off and re-positioned for landing
       
Element: Abort a lift off
  • Should circumstances require, a timely decision is made to discontinue a vertical lift off
  • Helicopter is appropriately controlled to ensure that the undercarriage is safely lowered onto the ground
       


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.

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

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

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, 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.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Relevant helicopter/equipment characteristics including:

aircraft operational limitations

aerodrome and helicopter landing site markings

light and marshalling signals

helicopter braking and steering systems

application of the height/velocity graph

effects of rotor wash

hazards and risks when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight and precautions for controlling the risks

relevant sections of the Flight Manual/POH

local air traffic control procedures

Helicopter hovering procedures including:

pre-take-off checks

hover checks

maintaining hovering flight in a range of operational conditions

turning a helicopter around the mast

making a transition from static hover to sideways and rearward flight

landing the helicopter

managing a mislanding

Required skills:

Select and use relevant controls/equipment including throttle, rotor controls, anti-torque pedals and collective and cyclic pitch controls

Read and interpret instructions, procedures and information relevant to the control of a helicopter in hovering flight

Apply the knowledge to the control of a helicopter in hovering flight

Use instruments to monitor helicopter performance

Solve any problems when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

Communicate effectively with others when controlling helicopter in hovering flight

Read and interpret instructions, regulations, procedures and other information relevant to controlling helicopter in hovering flight

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Work collaboratively with others when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

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 controlling a helicopter in hovering flight in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unexpected events that may arise when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

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 when controlling a helicopter in hovering flight

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Tasks may be undertaken in:

variable weather conditions in accordance with Day Visual Flight Rules

Performance may be demonstrated in:

single engine helicopter

multi engine helicopter

single main rotor helicopter

multi main rotor helicopter

variable air traffic conditions

variable flight situations

abnormal situations

Performance may be demonstrated on an helicopter with:

fully functioning dual controls

an electronic intercom system

dual control brakes

wheel and skidded undercarriages

Crew may include:

single pilot

multi crew

Limitations may be imposed by:

local noise abatement requirements and curfews

Classes of airspace are:

those designated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority

Checklists may include:

pre-flight

pre-start

engine start

pre-taxi

take-off

after take-off

approach and landing

shutdown

post-flight

Hovering procedures may be performed at:

a prepared or unprepared aerodrome

an approved helicopter landing site (HLS)

Operational hazards during hovering manoeuvres may include:

variable surface conditions

other aircraft

loose objects

personnel

animals

birds

propeller/tail rotor/rotor wash and jet blast

Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

standard operating procedures

Procedures maintaining compliance with airspace requirements are:

geographical limits of the flight area is demonstrated on a chart

prominent geographical features are identified using a chart

the limits of the flight area are identified on the ground

the position of controlled airspace is determined using a chart and geographical features

restricted areas are identified using a chart and geographical features

departure from the circuit area and transition to the flight area is completed without incident

departure from the flight area and transition to the circuit area is completed without incident

Information/documents may include:

relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders including Day Visual Flight Rules (Day VFR)

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

Flight Manual/Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH)

Manual of Standards - Pilot Licensing (MOS-PL)

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

En Route Supplement Australia (ERSA)

charts

operations manuals

approved checklists

workplace procedures and instructions and job specification

induction and training materials

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders

in Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

relevant Australian Standards

Performance includes tolerances specified in either of:

relevant licence and aircraft rating requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) such as:

Day VFR Syllabus

Manual of Standards

relevant Defence documentation such as:

Defence Orders and Instructions

approved curricula and training documentation

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-take-off checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements 
Helicopter is established in hovering flight over a hover point 
Hover checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements 
Helicopter is maintained in flight and kept over a nominated hover point at a nominated height and heading 
Helicopter remains clear of the 'avoid' area of the manufacturers height-velocity diagram where possible 
Coordinated corrective action is used to counter the effects of wind gusts 
Implications of unfavourable weather are assessed and appropriate compensation is made 
Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions 
Adverse effect of rotor wash is avoided 
Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility or terrain 
Helicopter is maintained in flight remaining over a nominated hover point at a nominated height and heading in cross and tail winds 
Coordinated corrective action is used to control the effects of wind gusts 
Helicopter is turned around the mast while maintaining a constant height and specified rate of turn over the hover point 
Controlled corrective action is used to control the effects of wind gusts 
Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground 
Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain 
Helicopter is turned around a nominated point on or forward of the nose or on or aft of the tail of the helicopter while maintaining a constant height and specified rate of movement around the point 
Controlled corrective action is taken to counter the effects of wind gusts 
Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground during turning manoeuvres 
Lookout is maintained using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain 
Helicopter is transitioned from static hover to sideways and rearward flight in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements 
Transition from static hover to sideways and rearward flight is terminated over a nominated hover point 
Lookout is maintained in direction of flight using a systematic scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility, obstructions and terrain 
Helicopter is maintained clear of obstructions/ground during sidewards and backwards flight manoeuvres 
Rearward movement is only conducted after visually checking behind helicopter, and height is adjusted as required 
Helicopter is lowered on to a nominated point from hovering flight without longitudinal, lateral, yawing or rolling movements and without harshness 
Confirmation is made that the helicopter is securely on the ground prior to lowering collective fully 
After-landing checks are performed in accordance with workplace procedures, approved checklist and regulatory requirements 
Appropriate action is taken to identify when an adverse landing situation has developed 
A decision to achieve a stabilised position is implemented 
Situation is re-evaluated and the landing is continued if appropriate 
In situations where it is considered inappropriate to continue the landing, the helicopter is lifted off and re-positioned for landing 
Should circumstances require, a timely decision is made to discontinue a vertical lift off 
Helicopter is appropriately controlled to ensure that the undercarriage is safely lowered onto the ground 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

AVIY4012B - Control helicopter in hovering flight
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

Feedback to student

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Assessment Record Sheet

AVIY4012B - Control helicopter in hovering flight

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

(add lines for each task)

Feedback to student:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Student signature:

Date: