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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Start engine
   • Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)
   • RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine
   • Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required
   • Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH
   • Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements
2. Perform RPAS shutdown
   • Pre-and post-shutdown checks are completed in accordance with AFM/POH
   • Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH
   • Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
   • Pre-start and after-start checks are completed in accordance with aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)
3. RPAS is positioned to ensure safety when starting engine
4. Manufacturer limitations and report deviations are complied with as required
5. Engine/s are started in accordance with AFM/POH
6. Emergencies are managed in accordance with AFM/POH and regulatory requirements
7. Taxi and/or position RPAS
   • Automatic terminal information service (ATIS) reports and taxi clearance are obtained as required
8. RPAS is taxied at a safe speed and in accordance with prevailing location, traffic, surface and weather conditions
9. Instrument checks are performed clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards to confirm serviceability
10. Handling and braking on ground is in accordance with AFM/POH
11. Airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators are interpreted and complied with as required
12. Lookout and right-of-way rules are complied with as required
13. Adverse effects on other aircraft, facilities and personnel are avoided
14. Inspection of taxi path is carried out when surface conditions are obscured as required
15. RPAS (and launch system) is positioned in accordance with launch point requirements and applicable safety precautions
    • Pre-and post-shutdown checks are completed in accordance with AFM/POH
16. Engine is shut down in accordance with AFM/POH
17. Required documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures

Range Statement

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

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