AVIY0090 — Pilot a helicopter during external load operations

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What an assessment for AVIY0090 must cover

72 assessable components: 6 elements (30 performance criteria), 26 performance evidence and 16 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 Prepare and rig a sling load

1.1External load tasking requirements are identified
1.2External load is secured, stabilised and rigged in accordance with workplace procedures

2 Plan external load operations

2.1External load procedures, equipment and personnel required for task are determined
2.2Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for external load operations
2.3Outbound and return flight routes are planned
2.4Secure and stable load preparations are arranged
2.5Load-lifting equipment strength and suitability are assessed

3 Conduct pre-flight briefings for external load operations

3.1Requirements of load task are explained and confirmed
3.2Personnel responsible for inspecting load-lifting equipment for serviceability and security are identified
3.3Communication and hook-up procedures are explained
3.4Hook-up person and hook-up procedure are specified
3.5Departure, transit, approach, termination and load release procedures are explained
3.6Emergency procedures are explained and confirmed
3.7Pilot vertical reference (long line) procedure is explained
3.8Crew and ground loadmaster are briefed on all aspects of the load-lifting task
3.9Seating is adjusted to ensure full exercise of flight controls and ability to scan instrument panel
3.10Helicopter performance data is interpreted and calculated to ensure suitability of aircraft for operations
3.11Doors are removed and the security of internal equipment is arranged as required

4 Operate the aircraft during external load operations

4.1Functional and safety checks on equipment are performed and defects reported
4.2Fuel and cargo load combinations to achieve task are calculated
4.3Adequacy of power margin and directional control are determined
4.4Stable hover over load during hook-up/delivery procedures is maintained
4.5External load is lifted and transported to a separate location and placed at a specified position
4.6External load is monitored and appropriate actions taken to ensure load security and stability during flight
4.7Excessive load swing during transit is avoided

5 Manage abnormal and emergency situations during external load operations

5.1Helicopter control is maintained
5.2Abnormal and/or emergency situations are identified and managed in accordance with workplace procedures and aircraft flight manual (AFM) or pilot operating handbook (POH)
5.3Load is jettisoned when appropriate

6 Conduct post-flight activities for external load operations

6.1Operating procedures and outcomes of flight are reviewed and analysed
6.2Effectiveness, efficiency and performance of equipment are analysed and reported

Performance evidence

adapting to differences in equipment and operating environment in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs)
applying precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
applying relevant helicopter aeronautical knowledge
communicating effectively with others
completing relevant documentation
following relevant legislation and workplace procedures
identifying and assessing vertical, horizontal and relative spatial distances in relation to aircraft fuselage, rotor system, mission and/or operational stores and equipment with regard to potential obstacles to flight safety
identifying and correctly using equipment required when operating a helicopter during external load operations
implementing contingency plans
implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures and relevant regulations
interpreting hover performance and power available/power required from graphs/charts
maintaining situational awareness
managing abnormal and emergency situations
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
performing external load scan techniques
preparing and rigging sling load, including all sub-tasks in accordance with workplace procedures and the aircraft flight manual (AFM)/pilot’s operating handbook (POH)
reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures and information
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/OHS standards
setting local or area barometric pressure adjusted for sea level (QNH) at appropriate stages of flight
using instruments to monitor helicopter performance during external load operations
working collaboratively with others
working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Knowledge evidence

Section 2.5 Low-level rating in Schedule 3 Manual of Standards
relevant sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASRs) and Civil Aviation Orders
engine performance checks for the helicopter type to be flown
aircraft performance calculations (for all phases of flight)
internal and external load limitations for the aircraft type to be flown
aerial delivery equipment operation, safe working loads and limitations
cargo hook limitations, problems and hazards
load rigging and preparation for flight
principles of aerodynamics
control effectiveness in all phases of flight
hazards that exist and problems that can occur when operating an aircraft during external load operations
procedures to address problems associated with a helicopter during external load operations
aircraft dimensions
vertical reference (long line) operation procedures if applicable
external load lifting equipment inspection procedures
communication procedure and terminology applicable to external load operations.

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