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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Operate helicopter
   • 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
2. Plan and prepare for external load operations
   • External load tasking requirements are identified
3. External load is secured, stabilised and rigged in accordance with workplace procedures
4. External load procedures, equipment and personnel required for task are determined
5. Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for external load operations
6. Outbound and return flight routes are planned
7. Secure and stable load preparations are arranged
8. Load-lifting equipment strength and suitability are assessed
9. Conduct pre-flight briefings
   • Requirements of load task are explained and confirmed
10. Personnel responsible for inspecting load-lifting equipment for serviceability and security are identified
11. Communication and hook-up procedures are explained
12. Hook-up person and hook-up procedure are specified
13. Departure, transit, approach, termination and load release procedures are explained
14. Emergency procedures are explained and confirmed
15. Pilot vertical reference (long line) procedure is explained
16. Crew and ground support personnel are briefed on all aspects of external load operation
17. Seating is adjusted to ensure full exercise of flight controls and ability to scan instrument panel
18. Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for operations
19. Aircraft is configured for external load operations and security of internal equipment is arranged as required
    • Functional and safety checks on role equipment are performed and defects reported
20. Fuel and cargo load combinations to achieve task are calculated
21. Adequacy of power margin and directional control are determined
22. Stable hover over load during hook-up/delivery procedures is maintained
23. External load is lifted and transported to a separate location and placed at a specified position
24. External load is monitored and appropriate actions taken to ensure load security and stability during flight
25. Manage abnormal and emergency situations
    • Helicopter control is maintained
26. Abnormal and/or emergency situations are identified and managed
27. Load is jettisoned when flight safety is compromised or load stability is uncontrollable
28. Conduct post-flight activities
    • Operating procedures and outcomes of flight are reviewed and analysed
29. Effectiveness, efficiency and performance of equipment are analysed and reported
30. Inspection, servicing and stowage of equipment are organised

Range Statement

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

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