Conduct operational communication using an aeronautical radio

1. Effective communication is maintained with others on operational matters

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Communication is conducted effectively in unfamiliar, stressful or non-standard situations

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Phonetic alphabet is applied

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Numbers are transmitted

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Transmissions are made using standard aviation phraseology

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Plain English is used effectively when standard phraseology is inadequate

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Relevant responses are received to transmissions

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Transmissions are responded to and correct action taken

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Communication errors and misunderstandings are recognised and managed effectively

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Clarification is sought in the time available if a message is unclear or uncertainty exists

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A variety of regional accents are understood and respected

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Communication is effectively conducted in unexpected, stressful or non-standard situations using standard phraseology or plain English

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Maintain effective lookout

1. Traffic separation is maintained using a systematic visual scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility and terrain

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Radio listening watch is maintained, and transmissions interpreted to determine traffic location and intentions

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Airspace-cleared procedures are performed before commencing any manoeuvre

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Maintain situational awareness

1. All aircraft systems are monitored using a systematic scan technique

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Information is collected to facilitate ongoing system management

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Flight environment is monitored for deviations from planned operations

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Flight environment information is collected to update planned operations

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Assess situations and make decisions

1. Problems are identified

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Solutions are identified

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Solutions and risks are assessed

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A course of action is decided on

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Plans of action are communicated as appropriate

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Tasks are allocated for action as appropriate

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Actions are taken to achieve optimum outcomes for the operation

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Progress is monitored against plan

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Plan is re-evaluated to achieve optimum outcomes

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Recognise and manage threats

1. Relevant environmental or operational threats are identified that are likely to affect the safety of the flight

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Competing priorities and demands that may represent a threat to the safety of the flight are identified

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Countermeasures to manage threats are developed and implemented

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Flight progress is monitored and assessed to ensure a safe outcome, or actions are modified when a safe outcome is not assured

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Prepare documents and flight plan

1. Relevant navigation charts are selected and prepared for the intended flight

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A suitable route and altitude are selected considering weather, terrain, airspace, Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and alternate landing areas

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Meteorological forecasts, NOTAMs and operational information applicable to the planned flight are obtained and interpreted

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Planned flight is determined if it can be conducted under the applicable flight rules and taking account of the beginning and end of daylight times

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Except for the Restricted Pilot's Licence navigation endorsement and the Private Pilot License, critical point (CP) and point of no return (PNR) locations are calculated and documented

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A flight plan to the planned destination and alternates are completed

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Suitable flight notification for search and rescue (SAR) purposes are lodged

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Conduct pre-flight actions and procedures

1. All required pre-flight administration documentation is completed

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Information contained in the required pre-flight operational documentation is obtained, interpreted and applied

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Special aerodrome procedures are identified

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All relevant radio and navigation aid facilities to be used during the flight are identified as applicable

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The suitability of the current and forecast weather conditions for the proposed flight is determined

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Weight and balance, in-ground and out-of-ground effect hover performance (rotorcraft only), take-off and landing performance, and fuel requirements are calculated based on environmental and operational conditions using the aircraft documents

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Aircraft serviceability is determined for the proposed flight

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Comply with airspace procedures while navigating

1. Airspace restrictions and dimensions applicable to the flight are identified

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Air traffic clearances are obtained and complied with, as applicable

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Airspace procedures applicable to the airspace classification are complied with throughout the flight

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Conduct departure procedures

1. Cockpit is organised to ensure charts, documentation and navigational calculator are accessible from the control seat

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All departure procedures, clearances and noise abatement requirements are complied with

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Planned track on departure is established within 5 nautical miles (nm) of airfield or alternative procedure applied, if required

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Estimated time of arrival (ETA) for first waypoint is calculated

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Navigate aircraft en route

1. A navigation cycle is maintained that ensures accurate tracking, and track correctional techniques are applied to re-establish track prior to waypoint or destination

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Heading to achieve a nominated track is maintained

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ETAs (±2 minutes) for waypoint or destination is maintained and revised

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Track is maintained in accordance with published flight path tolerances in controlled airspace

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Navigation is performed using accepted map-reading techniques

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Navigation and fuel log is maintained to monitor tracking, ETAs and fuel status

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Appropriate techniques are used to obtain a positive fix at suitable intervals

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Awareness of route, en route terrain, en route and destination weather is maintained, and changing weather conditions are reacted to correctly

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Pre-descent and turning point checks are performed

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Appropriate radio communication is maintained and listening watch with Air Traffic Service and other aircraft conducted if radio is fitted and used

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Aircraft is configured as required for environmental and operational conditions including turbulence, holding and maximum range

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Awareness of search and rescue times (SARTIME) is maintained and revised as required

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Aircraft systems are monitored, fuel and engine are managed to ensure aircraft is operated to achieve flight plan objectives

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