AVIY0056 — Control aeroplane in normal flight

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120 assessable components: 7 elements (41 performance criteria), 34 performance evidence and 45 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Climb aeroplane

1.1Adjustments are made to attitude and power to achieve an increase of altitude at normal, maximum rate (VY), maximum angle (VX) and cruise conditions of flight during straight and turning manoeuvres
1.2Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
1.3Aeroplane is levelled off from climb at nominated altitude using standard aeroplane procedures
1.4Flightpath clearance is ensured
1.5Climb checks are completed
1.6Air traffic control (ATC) altitude restrictions are observed

2 Maintain straight and level flight

2.1Power, attitude and configuration are set to achieve straight and level flight
2.2Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
2.3Altitude and heading are maintained within tolerances
2.4Flightpath clearance is ensured

3 Descend aeroplane

3.1Power, attitude and configuration are set to achieve descent during glide, power-assisted flight and approach profiles
3.2Aeroplane is maintained in balanced flight and trimmed
3.3Aeroplane is levelled from a descent at a nominated altitude
3.4Flightpath clearance is ensured
3.5ATC altitude restrictions are observed
3.6Aeroplane operating limits are not exceeded during descent
3.7Effects of undercarriage and flaps are managed
3.8Descent checks are completed

4 Turn aeroplane

4.1Airspace cleared procedure is carried out
4.2Heading is altered in balanced flight during level, climbing, descending and gliding manoeuvres and turns are performed at varying rates to achieve specified tracks
4.3Turn on to nominated heading or geographical feature is achieved
4.4Aeroplane operating limits are maintained during turns

5 Control aeroplane at slow speed

5.1Pre-manoeuvre checks are completed in accordance with operating procedures
5.2Aeroplane is flown at minimum clean approach speed and at minimum landing configuration approach speed as specified in aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH) in balanced flight
5.3Height awareness is maintained during slow speed flight
5.4Positive control responses are implemented and reduced control effectiveness recognised during slow flight manoeuvres
5.5Stall warnings, cautions and indications are monitored during slow speed flight
5.6Recovery to cruise speed is achieved while maintaining height

6 Perform circuits and approaches

6.1Traffic patterns are conducted in accordance with aeronautical information package (AIP) procedures appropriate to the aeroplane type with allowance for wind velocity on all legs of the circuit
6.2All checklists are completed and radiotelephone procedures followed
6.3Approach path is appropriately intercepted and maintained in a manner applicable to aeroplane type, while remaining clear of other traffic
6.4Traffic conflict or adverse flight conditions are recognised when they arise and a go-around is performed from any position in the traffic pattern
6.5Right-of-way rules are applied and complied with
6.6Radio listening watch is maintained in accordance with established procedures
6.7Aeroplane is configured for landing

7 Comply with airspace requirements

7.1While aeroplane is maintained within a specified area, compliance is maintained with air traffic requirements and restricted, controlled and other appropriately designated airspace
7.2Appropriate reactions are made to factors that may affect the safe progress of the flight
7.3Awareness of aeroplane position is maintained using charts and geographical features
7.4Radio listening watch is maintained in accordance with established procedures
7.5Weather conditions are monitored and appropriate action taken
7.6Local and published noise abatement requirements and curfews are observed

Performance evidence

adapting to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
adhering to restricted, controlled and other appropriately designated airspace requirements
applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
applying relevant aeroplane aeronautical knowledge
applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
applying the techniques of straight and level, climbing and descending flight to achieve a consistent traffic pattern and approach to landing
communicating effectively with others when controlling an aeroplane in normal flight, including using an aeronautical radio
compensating for the secondary effects of controls
completing relevant documentation
confirming runway and aerodrome serviceability and availability
controlling an aeroplane during slow-speed flight
controlling an aeroplane during turning manoeuvres
determining appropriate runway and circuit procedures
identifying and correctly using relevant equipment
identifying geographical features from aerodrome charts, including: • aerodromes and landing areas within local area • geographical limits • geographical limits of flight training areas • restricted, controlled and uncontrolled airspace areas • state/territory local airspace limits • transit route between departure aerodrome and training area
implementing contingency plans
implementing work health and safety (WHS) procedures and relevant regulations
interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work
maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements
maintaining separation between aircraft
modifying activities depending on workplace contingencies, situations and environments
monitoring and anticipating operational problems and hazards and taking appropriate action
monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule
operating electronic communications equipment to required protocol
operating safely in the vicinity of local aerodromes and landing areas
performing circuits and approaches
reading, interpreting and following relevant regulations, instructions, procedures, information and signs
remaining within a designated area while complying with airspace and air traffic requirements
reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
selecting and using required personal protective equipment (PPE) conforming to industry and WHS standards
setting local or area barometric pressure adjusted for sea level (QNH) at appropriate stages of flight
using instruments to monitor aeroplane performance
working collaboratively with others when controlling an aeroplane in normal flight, including using an aeronautical radio
working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Knowledge evidence

after-take-off checks
aircraft performance
aircraft systems
aircraft weight and balance
airspace cleared procedure to be carried out before all turns
Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 61 Manual of Standards (MOS) Schedule 3 Aeronautical Knowledge relevant to aeroplane operations
cause of and compensation for aileron drag
circuit patterns and procedures
contents of the aircraft flight manual (AFM) and pilot’s operating handbook (POH)
dangers associated with mechanical and wake turbulence
dangers of turbulence and wake turbulence when flying at low speed
day visual flight rules (VFR) criteria
effect of angle of bank and load factor on stall speeds
effect of turning and acceleration on magnetic compass accuracy
effects and use of carburettor heat or de-icing systems
effects of carburettor or intake icing
effects of excessive cooling on engine performance
effects of flap
engine considerations during prolonged climbing and descending
environmental conditions that represent visual meteorological conditions (VMC)
functions and effects of all aeroplane controls
go-around procedures from base leg and final approach
hazards during maximum rate descent
hazards when performing performance manoeuvres
in a Defence context, relevant Defence Orders and Instructions
local area operating procedures
operation of stall warning devices fitted to aeroplane
pre-landing checks
primary effects of controls
principles of aerodynamics
procedures for setting power in normally aspirated, turbocharged or supercharged engines
relationship between angle of bank, load factor and stall speed
relationship between induced drag and operating at slow speed
relationship of attitude and power to trim
relevant sections of aeronautical information package (AIP)
relevant sections of CASRs and Civil Aviation Orders
relevant WHS and environmental procedures and regulations
requirements and procedures for maximum rate descent
tendency to under bank in descending turn and over bank in a climbing turn
theory and application of best rate and angle of climb
turning using a magnetic compass
use of autopilot/flight director functions
use of flap
use of instruments to monitor aeroplane performance
use of trim controls.

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