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AVIY0069
Pilot a helicopter during external load operations

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to pilot a helicopter during external load operations in compliance with relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and national operating standards.

It includes planning and preparing for external load operations, conducting pre-flight briefings, and operating the helicopter during external load operations. It also includes managing abnormal and emergency situations, and conducting post-flight activities.

This unit addresses aviation technical skill requirements (physical, mental and task-management abilities) related to aircraft operational duties of flight crew and contributes to safe and effective performance in complex aviation operational environments.

Operations are conducted as part of 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.

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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
Functional and safety checks on role equipment are performed and defects reported 
Fuel and cargo load combinations to achieve task are calculated 
Adequacy of power margin and directional control are determined 
Stable hover over load during hook-up/delivery procedures is maintained 
External load is lifted and transported to a separate location and placed at a specified position 
External load is monitored and appropriate actions taken to ensure load security and stability during flight 
External load tasking requirements are identified 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Requirements of load task are explained and confirmed 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Functional and safety checks on role equipment are performed and defects reported 
 
 
 
 
 
Helicopter control is maintained 
 
 
Operating procedures and outcomes of flight are reviewed and analysed 
 
 

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