Assessor Resource

AVIW0021
Defuel aircraft

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to defuel aircraft in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and national operating standards.

It includes conducting pre-operational checks on defueller vehicle and auxiliary equipment, positioning defueller vehicle and conducting quality checks on product. It also includes defuelling aircraft, completing post-defuelling operations and completing documentation.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to equipment and system operations of 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 as a single operator or within a team environment.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

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Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Vehicle is grounded and bonding lead is connected to aircraft 
Defuelling safety precautions are implemented prior to commencement of operations 
Defuelling operations are commenced either using auxiliary power unit (APU) or ground power unit (GPU) 
Quantity defuelled on completion is verified in accordance with workplace procedures 
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used in accordance with workplace procedures 
 
 
 
 
 
Defuelling vehicle is moved airside or landside to aircraft 
 
 
 
 
Required documentation is obtained from airline engineer/representative 
 
 
Vehicle is grounded and bonding lead is connected to aircraft 
 
 
 
Hoses are disconnected, retracted and stowed 
 
 
 
Hard copy documentation and paperwork is completed as required and airline representative’s signature is obtained 
 

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AVIW0021 - Defuel aircraft

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