This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate and manage aircraft systems, in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards

It includes operating and managing aircraft systems during normal flight, and managing aircraft systems during abnormal and emergency procedures.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of flight or ground operations 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 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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Operate and manage aircraft systems during normal flight

1.1

Aircraft systems, sub-systems (equipment) and devices applicable to aircraft type and task are operated and managed

1.2

Aircraft systems, sub-systems (equipment) and devices are monitored using a systematic scan technique

1.3

Aircraft systems and flight environment information is analysed to identify actual and potential threats or errors

1.4

Automated aircraft systems are utilised to manage cockpit workload

1.5

Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and hazard management is implemented

1.6

Checklist procedures are completed as appropriate to aircraft system

2

Manage aircraft systems during abnormal and emergency procedures

2.1

Non-normal or emergency situations are recognised

2.2

Control of aircraft flight path is maintained during abnormal and emergency response procedures

2.3

Affected aircraft system or sub-system is identified and confirmed

2.4

Checklist procedures are recalled and implemented during abnormal and emergency situations using appropriate techniques

2.5

Appropriate non-normal or emergency procedures are performed in accordance with relevant workplace and emergency procedures, and regulatory requirements

2.6

Course of action is decided, implemented, evaluated and revised to achieve safest outcomes

2.7

Location and operation of emergency systems applicable to aircraft type are explained

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 aeronautical and aircraft systems knowledge

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

communicating effectively with others

completing relevant documentation

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 aircraft system displays

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

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 manual and automated aircraft systems

performing systematic scan technique for monitoring aircraft systems, sub-systems (equipment) and devices

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

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems, faults or malfunctions promptly, in accordance with workplace procedures

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

undertaking fault finding in aircraft systems

using automated systems to manage workload

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:

aircraft systems as applicable to aircraft rating/endorsement requirements:

anti-icing and de-icing systems:

method of de-icing aerofoils, propeller and carburettor

heat or power source of de-icing/anti-icing equipment

anti-icing and de-icing system limitations

operation and control of anti-icing and de-icing systems

likely faults that may affect anti-icing and de-icing systems

emergency operating procedures for anti-icing and de-icing systems

aircraft system checklists:

explanation of normal system operating procedures of aircraft systems, subsystems and devices used to operate specific aircraft type including use of published scans and checklists, immediate action items, warnings, limitations

automated systems:

limitations of automated systems

operating procedures for systems such as flight management system, auto throttle/engine control, flight director system, automated aircraft navigation systems, automated engine condition and monitoring system

workload management procedures for utilising automated systems

warning systems/indicators to identify automated systems failure

autopilot :

principles of operation of autopilot system

likely faults that may affect autopilot system

emergency operating procedures for autopilot system

identification of power sources, voltage or pressure

procedure to determine gyros are operating normally

procedure to engage autopilot

normal and emergency procedure to disengage autopilot

limits of gyro units

electrical system:

use of a schematic diagram of the electrical system to explain type/s of electrical system (AC/DC)

likely faults that may affect electrical system

emergency operating procedures for electrical system

voltage and amperage of battery

number and output of generators

methods of circuit protection

location of fuses and circuit breakers

precautions to be taken when operating electrical service

instruments operated by electrics

enhanced ground proximity warning system/terrain awareness and warning system (EGPWS/TAWS):

identification and demonstration or explanation of function of all cockpit EGPWS/TAWS controls

information terrain awareness display shows

warnings given by fitted EGPWS/TAWS, including what each warning indicates is happening to aircraft in flight

fuel system:

use of a schematic diagram of fuel system to explain layout and normal operating procedures

likely faults that may affect fuel system

emergency operating procedures for fuel system

operation of fuel selector panel

use of cross-feed

fuel-dumping procedures

full fuel capacity and fuel grade

normal, minimum and maximum fuel pressures

heating, ventilation and pressurisation systems:

normal procedures to operate and control system

likely faults that may affect heating, ventilation and pressurisation system

emergency procedures for operation of system

precautions to be complied with

hydraulic system :

use of a schematic diagram of hydraulic system to explain layout and normal operating procedures

likely faults that may affect hydraulic system

emergency operating procedures for hydraulic system

units or services operated by hydraulics

type of hydraulic fluid, operating pressure and capacity of reservoir

oil system:

use of a schematic diagram of oil system to explain functions of oil system

likely faults that may affect oil system

emergency operating procedures for oil system

number of tanks, capacity and oil grade

oil sources of auxiliary systems such as constant speed unit (CSU), propeller feathering if fitted

normal, minimum and maximum oil pressure and temperature

operation of oil cooling system

pitot/static system:

use of a schematic diagram to explain layout and operation of pitot/static system

heating source of pitot system

operating procedure for pitot/static system

methods of detecting pitot/static system problems

procedures to rectify static system problems

location of pitot and static pressure source

location of static drain points

pressurisation systems:

pressurisation failure warning indications fitted to aircraft type flown

function of bleed air with respect to an aircraft pressurisation system

procedure for manual control of cabin pressurisation applicable to aircraft type flown

recall of maximum pressure differential for aircraft type flown

symptoms, indications and warnings that may indicate failure of pressurisation system

automatic depressurisation system operation procedures after landing

physiological symptoms of hypoxia

physical and psychological hazards that could occur during a rapid decompression

cabin altitude above which supplementary oxygen must be used by crew and passengers

retractable undercarriage:

method of preventing retraction of undercarriage on the ground

cockpit indications for undercarriage down and locked

cockpit indications for undercarriage retracted

emergency procedures to extend and lock undercarriage down

suction system:

use of a schematic diagram of suction system to explain function of suction system

source of suction pressure

normal operating pressure

instruments operated by suction pressure

warning system to indicate suction pump failure

traffic and collision avoidance systems (TCAS):

surveillance and collision avoidance functions of TCAS II

system limitations, selectivity and inhibits

basic components of TCAS II

identification and demonstration or explanation of function of cockpit controls

TCAS II visual displays and symbology

functions of audio alerts and annunciations

appropriate crew response to multiple TCAS II events, and parallel runway approach conflicts

recall of radiotelephone procedures following a TCAS II alert

requirements for a written report of a TCAS II alert and to whom it must be submitted.

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.