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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare for load-lifting operations
   • External load characteristics and dimensions are determined and calculated
2. Aerial delivery equipment is prepared and checked as required in accordance with equipment manuals and publications
3. Helicopter cargo hook system is prepared and checked for correct operation
4. Aircraft safety hazards are identified using established procedures
5. Aircraft power availability is calculated
6. Wind speed and direction are determined
7. Approach and overshoot paths are determined
8. Load-lifting location and surrounds are checked for suitability
9. External load-lifting plan is developed and communicated to other crew members
10. Perform load-lifting operations
    • Helicopter is manoeuvred to external load-lifting point
11. Aircraft operational checks are conducted
12. External load is connected using appropriate operational method
13. Situational awareness of inflight load stability and aircraft flight performance is maintained
14. External load is released at nominated delivery point
15. Conclude load-lifting operations
    • Aerial delivery equipment is recovered as required
16. Aircraft external load hook equipment and control systems are secured and checked for serviceability
17. Respond to external load operational emergencies and abnormal situations
    • External load operational emergencies are identified, diagnosed and communicated
18. External load operational emergency or remedial actions are undertaken to maintain safety of flight

Range Statement

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

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